The Kansas State Wildcats (5-1) host the West Virginia Mountaineers (3-3) on Saturday night. Both schools compete in the Big 12 conference, and for West Virginia, this is a must-win as they want to avoid falling under .500.
KSU beat Colorado on the road previously, winning 31-28. Jayce Brown caught a 50-yard TD pass with just over two minutes left, which was ultimately the game-winner. The Wildcats led 21-7 midway through the third quarter, so despite blowing the lead, they were able to win, but it wasn’t convincing.
West Virginia lost 28-16 to Iowa State, as QB Garrett Greene threw two picks in the loss.
Will Kansas State extend their winning streak to three, or will West Virginia defend home field?
West Virginia vs Kansas State Odds
| Team | Spread | Total | Money Line |
| Kansas State | -3 (-110) | O 55.5 (-110) | -165 |
| West Virginia | +3 (-110) | U 55.5 (-110) | +140 |
| **Odds Subject to Change** | |||
West Virginia vs Kansas State Match Details
- Fixture: West Virginia Mountaineers @ #17 Kansas State Wildcats
- Date and Time: Saturday, October 19, 2024, 7:30 PM EST
- Location: Mountaineer Field at Milan Puskar Stadium
Key Stats
Kansas State Wildcats
The Wildcats come in averaging 31.3 points per game. QB Garrett Greene has racked up 1267 yards through the air this season. He’s thrown for 8 TDs through the air, and he’s thrown six interceptions. The Wildcats average the eight-most team rushing yards in the entire NCAA. RB Jahiem White has rushed for 398 yards on 68 attempts. He’s also rushed for 5 TDs this season. WR Hudson Clement leads the team with 334 yards on 22 receptions.
Kansas State’s defense has been strong this season. The Wildcats allow 21 points per game. The Wildcats are giving up 339.8 yards of total offense per game this year. They also allow 268.2 passing yards per game. The Wildcats’ opponents are averaging 71.7 rushing yards. DL T.J. Jackson has been a bright spot on defense, entering with three sacks, 24 tackles, and 9 tfl.
West Virginia Mountaineers
West Virginia’s offense has been good so far. The Mountaineers average 30.2 points per game. QB Avery Johnson has thrown for 1103 yards this season. He also enters Saturday’s game with 11 TDs and five interceptions on the year. RB DJ Giddens has rushed for 786 yards on 108 attempts. He’s also rushed for 2 TD this season. WR Jayce Brown leads the team with 398 yards on 23 receptions. He’s also tallied 3 TDs this season.
The Mountaineers allow 26 points per game. The Mountaineers allow 377 yards of total offense on average. They’re also giving up 247 passing yards per game. The Mountaineers’ opponents average 130 rushing yards this season. DE Brendan Mott has stood out on defense, coming in with six sacks, 23 tackles, and eight tfl. Saftey VJ Payne has recorded a team-high two interceptions.
Prediction
Kansas State has enjoyed a great season so far, but they haven’t been great on the road, even in wins. They’re 2-1 away from home, but they haven’t covered any of these three games. The Wildcats are better than the Mountaineers because of their defense, but these offenses are equal, and West Virginia is arguably better offensively. Head-to-head, the home team has won each of the past three matchups, and West Virginia will be desperate on Saturday, so we’re rolling with them to come out on top at home.
Final Pick
West Virginia ML (+140)
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