West Virginia Mountaineers vs Arizona State Sun Devils Prediction

The Arizona State Sun Devils will beat the West Virginia Mountaineers. The Arizona State Sun Devils will cover the spread, and the total will go over.

Analyzing team performance, Arizona State demonstrates a distinct advantage with a scoring average of 23 points per game compared to West Virginia’s 20.5. The Sun Devils excel in both passing and rushing, recording approximately 216.3 passing yards at a completion rate of 56.8 percent, alongside 184.3 rushing yards on an average of 41 attempts. This balanced offensive strategy implies that Arizona State can effectively exploit any weaknesses in the Mountaineers’ defense. In contrast, West Virginia’s offensive output is less impressive, featuring around 167.1 passing yards on 55.7 percent completion and about 157.9 rushing yards on 44.5 attempts.

Defensively, both teams have shown vulnerability, which suggests that scoring opportunities will abound. West Virginia allows for a potential increase in points against them due to their lower defensive statistics, while Arizona State’s ability to capitalize on opportunities can lead to an uptick in the total score. Therefore, given that the Sun Devils are not only favored to win but should also cover the spread, we can expect a total score that exceeds the set over/under, driven primarily by Arizona State’s robust offense and West Virginia’s defensive lapses.