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Week 13: Cougars vs Sun Devils Picks

Week 13 college betting action sees the Washington State Cougars taking on the Arizona State Sun Devils in Tempe, Arizona. Cappers Picks provides free college football handicapping tips all season long.

After falling from number six overall in the country and controlling their own Pac-12 South destiny, Arizona State looks to rebound against the struggling Cougars.

College Football Odds

Washington State Cougars (3-7) vs. Arizona State Sun Devils (8-2)
Saturday, Nov. 22
1:00 PM ET
Sun Devil Stadium (Tempe, AZ)
PAC-12 Network
College football Betting Lines: -15
College Football O/U: 71.5
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Washington State

Coming off a seven point victory last week against Oregon State, the nation’s top ranked passing offense finds themselves with only three wins so far this season. The Cougar’s offensive power has been countered by poor defense and one of the nation’s worst turnover margins.

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Last week redshirt freshman Luke Falk accounted for five touchdowns and 471 yards in their 39-32 victory.

It was Falk’s first career start after taking over for senior Connor Halliday, who broke his ankle the week before against USC. Falk appeared to be comfortable with the offense while airing it out 61 times last week with zero interceptions.

The Cougar defense ranks 118th in total scoring defense allowing almost 40 points per game along with a turnover margin of minus-10 which is tied for last in the conference.

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Arizona State

After winning five consecutive games with four against ranked opponents, Arizona State lost their BCS playoff hopes with a 35-27 loss to Oregon State.  With only two games remaining the Sun Devils need to come up with convincing wins to have a shot at the Pac-12 title.

The Sun Devils will try to get D.J. Foster as many touches as possible to expose the weak defense of Washington State. Foster is one of the top dual threat running backs in the Pac-12. He has caught 47 passes out of the backfield for 527 yards and three touchdowns while rushing for 872 yards and six touchdowns.

Senior QB Taylor Kelly has not been as effective after suffering a foot injury earlier this season, but he shouldn’t have any problems this week against one of the worst defenses in the country.

They rank 25th in the country in total offense, so scoring points should come with ease even though their leading receiver, Jaelen Strong, is listed as questionable.

NCAA Football Handicapping Trends

  • Sun Devils are 5-1 ATS vs team with losing record.
  • Cougars are 0-4 ATS vs team with winning record.
  • Sun Devils are 4-1 ATS following a loss.
  • Home team has covered the spread in 4 of the last 5 meetings between these two teams

Week 13 NCAA Football Prediction

With Washington State being one of the worst defensive teams in the country, look for Arizona State to come out aggressive especially after last week’s loss. This game should see a lot of points out of both teams, but a couple Washington State turnovers will lead to Arizona State rolling.

Expect D.J. Foster to have a huge game along with QB Taylor Kelly.

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Washington State’ ability to put up points makes the over look like the right play, but the safer pick is Arizona State.

4* Free NCAA Football Betting Pick: Arizona State -15

Arizona State’s devastating loss last week should be enough motivation for them to handle Washington State at home.

Final Week 13 Score: Arizona State 45 — Washington State 24

A lot of passing will lead to a lot of points and turnovers will play a big part in this game.

Check out our Updated College Football Week 13 Odds.

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