Brigham Young Cougars (BYU)

American Football NCAAF Gerald J. Ford Stadium Fri 6 Sep 19:00

Southern Methodist Mustangs (SMU)

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Big Win In Store for SMU

We’re predicting a one-sided affair when SMU play BYU. Take the favorites at -110 to cover an appealing -11.5 line on the spread.

BYU 24-23 Winners in Previous H2H Matchup

Brigham Young Cougars claimed a victory in their previous game. A 41-13 home win occurred against Southern Illinois at Lavell Edwards Stadium.

Southern Methodist University Mustangs have enjoyed back-to-back wins, most recently beating Houston Christian Huskies 59-7. It was a home success at Gerald J. Ford Stadium.

The last head-to-head saw BYU claim a 24-23 win over SMU at Lavell Edwards Stadium.

Expert College Football Analysis

We always have a keen eye on team news, while our football handicappers have their finger on the pulse by knowing the latest form. You will also find a compendium of stats which provide some valuable pointers ahead of the action.

Key BYU vs SMU stats:

  • The -11.5 line has been covered by SMU in 5 of their last 5 games at home.
  • The -11.5 line has been covered by SMU in 8 of their last 10 games at home.
  • The -11.5 line has been covered by SMU in 7 consecutive games at home.
  • The +11.5 line hasn’t been covered by BYU in 3 of their last 5 games on the road.

BYU vs SMU Prediction

There’s a case to be made for SMU on the spread in this college football showdown. Our prediction is that the betting favorites can cover the -11.5 line at odds of -110 considering they should be superior.

There are lots of ways to back SMU and that includes the Winning Margin lines. Choose from a range of fixed intervals and get rewarded if you’re on the money.

SMU -11.5 Probability

The sportsbooks make it a 52.4% chance that our pick is settled as a winner. However, our cappers research has found that the actual probability is closer to 60%. That means we’re regarding it as a value bet.

Our Pick

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BYU vs SMU Bet Builder Tips

Spread SMU -11.5
Anytime Touchdown RJ Maryland
Passing Yards Preston Stone Over 232.5

Take a same game parlay that incorporates SMU to cover the -11.5 spread along with RJ Maryland (SMU) anytime touchdown scorer and Preston Stone (SMU) tossing Over 232.5 yards.

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Correct Score Prediction

BYU BYU logo 24 - 41 SMU logo SMU

There are a range of correct score lines to choose from and we’re taking a chance on SMU to claim a 41-24 win. There’s a huge return if we get this right.

BYU vs SMU Odds

The odds and lines are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the betting predictions and bet builder tips.

Books Make SMU Big Favorites

With an estimated 84% chance of winning, the sportsbooks are taking no chances with their -526 betting odds about SMU triumphing in this college game. Brigham Young Cougars are trading at bigger odds than their opponents and they can be backed at +375.

The current spread is 13.5 and the total points line is 56. A wager on the Totals allows football bettors to use the latest data to good effect. Those who wager Under 56 can get -114.

The betting sites offer a wide range of game lines and team props when it comes to most college football games. Make sure you look through all the available options before deciding which bet to place.

Player Props

You shouldn’t overlook the player props when it comes to betting on individual games. Many gambling sites will give you the chance to get with or bet against a specific player or quarterback when it comes to number of Touchdowns, Passing or Rushing Yards.

Brashard Smith Favorite to Score First TD

Brashard Smith is available at -233 when it comes to Anytime Touchdown Scorer. The favorite is now priced at odds of +450 to score the first TD.

Touchdown

Brashard Smith (SMU) (SMU)
First TD
+450
Anytime TD
-233
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Jaylan Knighton (SMU) (SMU)
First TD
+650
Anytime TD
-119
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LJ Johnson Jr. (SMU) (SMU)
First TD
+650
Anytime TD
-120
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RJ Maryland (SMU) (SMU)
First TD
+700
Anytime TD
-103
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Receiving Yards

RJ Maryland (SMU) (SMU)
Over 51.5
-112
Under 51.5
-112
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Chase Roberts (BYU) (BYU)
Over 47.5
-110
Under 47.5
-115
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Darius Lassiter (BYU) (BYU)
Over 39.5
-112
Under 39.5
-112
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Jake Bailey (SMU) (SMU)
Over 37.5
-115
Under 37.5
-110
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Rushing Yards

Hinckley Ropati (BYU) (BYU)
Over 38.5
-112
Under 38.5
-112
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LJ Martin (BYU) (BYU)
Over 38.5
-114
Under 38.5
-111
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Jake Retzlaff (BYU) (BYU)
Over 18.5
-114
Under 18.5
-111
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Passing Yards

Jake Retzlaff (BYU) (BYU)
Over 219.5
-112
Under 219.5
-112
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Preston Stone (SMU) (SMU)
Over 210.5
-112
Under 210.5
-112
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Team Stats

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

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Moneyline

  • 3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games
  • 3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

  • 9 wins and 1 defeat in the last 10 games
  • 9 wins and 1 defeat in the last 10 home games

Point Spread

Point Spread

Total Points

Total Points