Perhaps more than any other matchup this weekend, this contest highlights the importance of having a healthy, available quarterback over uncertainty at the position.
The Cowboys have been flying high with Drew Mestemaker under center, as the Heisman Trophy candidate leads the Big 12 in passing yards and touchdowns. The Wildcats have had to playmusical chairs under center ever since starter Avery Johnson went down with injury, and the results haven't been great.
If you are looking for some betting advice for the matchup, we've got you covered. Here are the latest odds for the game, courtesy of FanDuel.
Oklahoma State vs. Kansas State game odds:
All college football odds via FanDuel
- Spread: Oklahoma State -4.5 (-114), Kansas State +4.5 (-106)
- Money Line: Oklahoma State -200, Kansas State +164
- Over-Under: Over 62.5 (-106), Under 62.5 (-114)
Oklahoma State vs. Kansas State prediction, pick:
The Wildcats felt like they had an outside chance of being a sleeper team in the Big 12 this season, but those
dreams went away once Johnson went down. They've had to reach deep into their reserves to find healthy players under center, which is never going to be a recipe for success.
Oklahoma State is always going to have the ability to outscore any opponent they play, but their defense needs to improve if they make the postseason and want to do some damage there. As presently constituted, Kansas State isn't setup to make them pay, if we're being honest.
There's one other wrinkle to consider. Oklahoma State has a massive tilt against Texas Tech next week, so if there was ever a time to overlook an opponent, this might be it. Having said that, the Cowboys should be able to take care of business.
Prediction: Oklahoma State 35, Kansas State 21
Best Bet: Oklahoma State -4.5
Oklahoma State vs. Kansas State channel, start time, streaming:
Time: 1:00 p.m. ET
TV: TNT
Stream: HBO Max, FuboTV
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This article originally appeared on College Sports Wire: Oklahoma State vs. Kansas State: Week 10 Betting Odds, Prediction
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