Pac 12 Football Preview: Arizona Wildcats at Washington State Cougars Pick - Betting Odds

Pac 12 Football Preview: Arizona Wildcats at Washington State Cougars Pick - Betting Odds

Ryan K
Date: November 17, 12:30 pm
Location: Martin Stadium
TV: ESPN

Betting Odds

Point Spread: Washington State -9.5
Total: 62,5

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The Washington State Cougars will look to continue their terrific season when they host the Arizona Wildcats in a Pac-12 battle during week 12 of the college football season. Washington State has climbed all the way up to number 8 in the Associated Press rankings, and are looking to make noise in the College Football Playoff rankings. Arizona is still looking for one more win to become bowl eligible this season.
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Washington State comes in with a 9-1 overall record, and have gone 6-1 in Pac-12 conference games. The Cougars lead the Pac-12 North division by one game over rival Washington, with a clash with the Huskies looming in week 13. Arizona brings a 5-5 record into this contest, and have gone 4-3 in conference play. Arizona has won two straight games over Oregon and Colorado. The Washington State Cougars are a 10.5 point favorite in this matchup.
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Minshew Powering Cougars<br />
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A big reason for the Cougars terrific season has been the play of quarterback Gardner Minshew. Minshew leads all of college football with 3,852 passing yards this season. Minshew will likely be a Heisman Trophy candidate this season if he continues at this torrid pace. The Cougars are averaging over 392 passing yards per game this season, which leads the NCAA. Minshew has thrown 29 touchdowns already this season and will be looking for more against a mediocre Arizona defense.
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Washington State is still looking from consistency from their defense in order to make them an elite team. The Cougars are giving up 22.1 points per game, but have performed well in their last two victories. Washington State gave up just seven points to Colorado last week, after allowing only 13 points to California a week ago. The Cougars will face an average Arizona offense in this game and should be able to put up a low number.
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Wildcats Feature Balanced Attack<br />
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The Arizona Wildcats are averaging 30.8 points per game this season, which is right in the middle of the pack in college football. Arizona does feature a balanced offensive attack that could give the Cougars trouble in this game. Quarterback Khalil Tate has thrown for close to 2,000 yards this season and 19 touchdowns to just six interceptions. Running back J.J. Taylor is averaging 5.9 yards per carry and has found the end zone six times so far this season.
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The Wildcats defense will be questioned in a big way in this contest. Arizona is giving up over 28 points per game which is in the bottom half of the NCAA. The Wildcats have struggled against the pass this season, giving up over 248 yards per game, which could spell disaster in this one.
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Cougars Win In Blowout

Arizona has been competitive in Pac-12 games this season, but they have yet to face an offense like Washington State. The Cougars have a real chance to make the College Football Playoffs, but they will need some help along the way. Arizona should be able to put some points on the board, but they will struggle to contain Gardner Minshew and the vaunted passing attack. Look for the Cougars to blow out the Wildcats on Saturday.

Free Pick: Bet Washington State -10.5 over Arizona in this matchup.
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