- BYU is a -18.5 point favorite vs. Stanford
- Stanford vs. BYU Total (Over/Under): 46.5 points
- TV Channel: ESPN
Stanford (0-1) visit LaVell Edwards Stadium to take on BYU (1-0) on Sep. 6 in Provo, UT. Kickoff is scheduled for 10:15pm EDT.
BYU is a betting favorite in Week 2, with the spread sitting at -18.5 (-110).
The Stanford vs. BYU Over/Under is 46.5 total points.
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Stanford vs. BYU Odds, Spread, Over/Under:
| Spread | Total (O/U) | Moneyline | |
| Stanford | +18.5 -110 | 46.5 -115 | +625 |
| BYU | -18.5 -110 | 46.5 -105 | -1000 |
Stanford vs BYU Prediction:
The winning team model predicts BYU will win this game with 83.3% confidence, based on game simulations, offensive & defensive matchups and recent game results.
This winning team prediction factors in up-to-date player injuries for both Stanford and BYU, key player performances this season and recent team trends.
Stanford vs BYU Spread Prediction:
Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the model predicts Stanford will cover the spread with 55.1% confidence.
This prediction against the spread factors in ATS performances for both teams, opening and current betting lines plus public and sharp money already wagered on this matchup.
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Stanford Best Bets & Trends for ATS, Moneyline & Totals
- Stanford has hit the 1Q Moneyline in 5 of their last 9 games (+4.55 Units / 50% ROI)
- Stanford has hit the 1Q Game Total Over in 7 of their last 10 games (+3.60 Units / 32% ROI)
- Stanford has hit the Game Total Under in 8 of their last 12 games (+3.60 Units / 27% ROI)
- Stanford has hit the Moneyline in 2 of their last 11 games (+3.00 Units / 27% ROI)
- Stanford have covered the 1Q Spread in 5 of their last 7 away games (+2.60 Units / 30% ROI)
BYU Best Bets & Trends for ATS, Moneyline & Totals
- BYU has hit the Moneyline in 10 of their last 12 games (+12.45 Units / 56% ROI)
- BYU has hit the 1Q Game Total Under in 9 of their last 12 games (+5.55 Units / 39% ROI)
- BYU has hit the Game Total Over in 9 of their last 13 games (+4.60 Units / 32% ROI)
- BYU have covered the 1H Spread in 8 of their last 12 games (+3.45 Units / 25% ROI)
- BYU have covered the Spread in 8 of their last 13 games (+2.50 Units / 17% ROI)
Stanford Against the Spread (ATS) Record
Stanford is 0-1 against the spread this college football season (-1.1 Units / -100% ROI).
- Stanford is 0-1 when betting on the Moneyline for -1 Units / -100% ROI
- Stanford is 0-1 when betting the Over for -1.1 Units / -100% ROI
- Stanford is 1-0 when betting the Under for +1 Units / 90.91% ROI
BYU Against the Spread (ATS) Record
BYU iss 1-0 against the spread this college football season (+1 Units / 90.91% ROI).
- BYU is 0-0 when betting on the Moneyline for +0 Units / 0% ROI
- BYU is 1-0 when betting the Over for +1 Units / 90.91% ROI
- BYU is 0-1 when betting the Under for -1.1 Units / -100% ROI
BYU: Keys to the Game vs. Stanford
BYU was 11-2 (.846) when intercepting at least 1 pass in the 2024 season– 23rd-best in FBS; Average: .670
BYU was 7-2 (.778) when their opponent rushed more than 30 times in the 2024 season– T-9th-best in FBS; Average: .443
BYU was 10-1 (.909) when converting 55% or more of its red zone chances into touchdowns in the 2024 season– T-9th-best in FBS; Average: .625
BYU was 11-2 (.846) when rushing at least 4 yards in a play 10 or more times in the 2024 season– T-10th-best among Power Conference Teams; Average: .615
Matchup Notes for Stanford vs. BYU
BYU’s offense has thrown for 20 or more yards on 16.7% of 18 attempts this season — T-19th-best among FBS offenses. Stanford’s defense allowed 20+ yards on just 5.0% of attempts this season — 3rd-best among ACC defenses.
BYU’s WRs has gained 60 yards on 6 receptions (just 10.0 YPR) this season — 3rd-worst among Big 12 WRs. Stanford’s defense has allowed just 7.8 Yards Per Reception this season — 2nd-best among ACC defenses.
BYU’s WRs has gained 60 yards on 6 receptions (just 10.0 YPR) this season — T-28th-worst among FBS WRs. Stanford’s defense has allowed just 7.8 Yards Per Reception this season — 18th-best among FBS defenses.
Chico Holt (STAN) has gained 36 yards after catch this season — 4th-most of Qualified ACC Tight Ends. BYU’s defense has allowed 43 yards after catch this season — fewest among Big 12 defenses.
Chico Holt (STAN) has gained 36 yards after catch this season — 4th-most of Qualified ACC Tight Ends. BYU’s defense has allowed 43 yards after catch this season — 3rd-fewest among P5 defenses.
Sam Roush (STAN) has been targeted 7 times this season — 2nd-most of Qualified ACC Tight Ends. BYU’s defense has allowed 56 receiving yards this season — fewest among Big 12 defenses.
BYU Offensive Stats & Trends
BYU RBs have averaged 14.9 Yards per Carry (164 yards/11 carries) in the 1st half this season– 2nd-best among FBS Teams; Average: 5.2
BYU RBs have averaged 254.0 rushing yards per game (254/1) this season– 8th-best among FBS Teams; Average: 128.8
BYU RBs have averaged 164.0 rushing yards per game (164/1) in the 1st half this season– 2nd-best among FBS Teams; Average: 65.0
BYU have rushed for 468 yards this season– 2nd-most among FBS Offenses
BYU RBs have averaged 14.7 yards from scrimmage per touch (176 yards / 12 touches) in the 1st half this season– 2nd-best among FBS Teams; Average: 5.4
BYU Defensive Stats & Trends
BYU has tackled opponents for a loss on 10 of 24 rushing attempts (42% TFL%) this season– best in FBS; Average: 16%.
BYU averaged 1.69 interceptions per game (22/13) in the 2024 season– best in the Big 12; Average: 0.94
BYU has allowed 1.5 yards from scrimmage per touch (51 yards / 34 touches) this season– best among Power Conference Teams; Average: 5.7
BYU had 22 interceptions in the 2024 season– most in the Big 12
BYU has tackled opponents for a loss on 10 of 24 rushing attempts (42% TFL%) this season– best among Power Conference Teams; Average: 17%.
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