The Arizona State Sun Devils, with a record of 2-0, are set to face off against the Texas State Bobcats, also 2-0, to kick off Week 3 of the college football season on Thursday evening. The Sun Devils are aiming for their first road win after going 1-3 on the road last season, while the Bobcats have a strong home record, finishing 5-1 at Bobcat Stadium last year. This season, Texas State is averaging 41.5 points per game, while Arizona State is scoring 39 points per contest.
The game will take place at Jim Wacker Field at Bobcat Stadium in San Marcos, Texas, with kickoff scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET. The latest odds show the Bobcats favored by 2.5 points, with an over/under set at 59.5 total points. Before placing any bets on this matchup, it’s advisable to review the college football predictions and betting insights provided by the SportsLine Projection Model.
The SportsLine Projection Model simulates each FBS college football game 10,000 times and has historically generated significant profits for bettors. The model has honed in on the Arizona State versus Texas State game and has released detailed predictions and picks.
Current betting odds include Texas State favored at -2.5, with an over/under of 59.5 points. The money line shows the Sun Devils at +117 and the Bobcats at -140. Arizona State is 2-0 against the spread this season, while Texas State is 1-1 against the spread.
Texas State boasts a formidable backfield duo with two running backs each exceeding 130 rushing yards this season. Junior running back Ismail Mahdi leads the team with 182 rushing yards from 37 carries and has one touchdown. Meanwhile, junior running back Lincoln Pare has been a powerful presence, accumulating 133 rushing yards and two touchdowns on 17 carries. In the receiving game, senior receiver Joey Hobert has made a significant impact with 10 catches for 143 yards and two touchdowns.
Arizona State’s defense, on the other hand, has performed strongly, ranking second in the Big 12 for total defense and first in run defense. Junior linebacker Keyshaun Elliott has been a standout player, contributing with 12 tackles, one sack, and one interception. Senior defensive lineman Elijah O’Neal has also been effective with two sacks and two pass breakups, while junior defensive back Myles Rowser leads the team in tackles.
The SportsLine model leans towards the Under for total points in this matchup, projecting 55 points. The model indicates a successful betting trend on one side of the spread occurring nearly 60% of the time. For detailed predictions and betting advice, bettors are encouraged to check SportsLine for the model’s insights and recommendations.