| MATCHUP | Cardinal Stanford | Cougars BYU |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 0-2 | 2-0 |
| Where | LaVell Edwards Stadium, Provo, UT | |
| When | Saturday, September 6, 2025 | |
| Time | 10:15 PM EDT | |
The Stanford Cardinal and BYU Cougars meet Saturday in college football action at LaVell Edwards Stadium. Here’s a Stanford vs BYU Prediction. This article will include a Stanford vs BYU Pick.
Stanford Cardinal Betting Preview
The Stanford Cardinal lost to Hawaii, and they play Boston College and Virginia next. Stanford has lost 9 of its last 10 games. Ben Gulbranson is completing 50 percent of his passes for 109 yards, 0 touchdowns, and 1 interception. Chico Holt and C.J. Williams have combined for 66 receiving yards on 4 catches, while Caden High has 2 receptions.
The Stanford Cardinal ground game is averaging 177 yards per contest, and Micah Ford leads the way with 113 yards and 1 touchdown. Defensively, Stanford is allowing 23 points and 306 yards per game. Matt Rose leads the Stanford Cardinal with 13 tackles, Clay Patterson has 2 sacks and Zach Buckey has 1 pass deflection.
BYU Cougars Betting Preview
The BYU Cougars beat Portland State, and they play East Carolina and Colorado next. BYU has won 12 of its last 14 games. Bear Bachmeier is completing 63.6 percent of his passes for 97 yards, 3 touchdowns, and 0 interceptions. Carsen Ryan and Cody Hagen have combined for 82 receiving yards and 1 touchdown, while Jovesa Damuni has 2 receptions.
The BYU Cougars ground game is averaging 468 yards per contest, and LJ Martin leads the way with 131 yards on 8 carries. Defensively, BYU is allowing 0 points and 51 yards per game. John Taumoepeau leads the BYU Cougars with 3 tackles, Anisi Purcell has 1 sack and Bodie Schoonover has 1 pass deflection.
Stanford Cardinal @ BYU Cougars Betting Trends: Week 2
Why the BYU Cougars will win
- BYU has won each of its last 11 home games in September.
- Stanford has lost each of its last six games against non-AP-ranked teams.
- BYU has covered the spread in each of its last five games in September.
- Stanford has failed to cover the spread in six of its last seven games against non-conference opponents.
- Stanford has lost the first half in each of its last three road games against non-conference opponents.
Why the Stanford Cardinal will win
- BYU has failed to cover the spread in five of its last six September games as a home favorite against non-AP-ranked teams.
- The underdog has covered the spread in six of BYU’s last eight games.
Total Points Facts
- Nine of BYU’s last 10 games as a favorite against non-AP-ranked teams have gone OVER the total points line.
- Each of Stanford’s last five September games as an underdog have gone UNDER the total points line.
BYU Cougars Player Prop Facts
- Heading into Week 2, Jovesa Damuni ranks T1st amongst qualified players for catch rate (100.0%) this season.
Stanford Cardinal Player Prop Facts
- Heading into Week 2, Micah Ford leads the Atlantic Coast Conference for rush attempts (26) this season.
Matchup/League Facts
- BYU ranks 1st among FBS teams for Q2 points per game this season (35.0).
- BYU ranks T1st among FBS teams for Q1 opponent points per game this season (0.0).
- Stanford has won the first quarter in each of its last four games – equal-longest active streak in the FBS.
- Stanford ranks T1st among FBS teams for 4th down conversion percentage this season (100.0).
Stanford vs BYU Prediction
Stanford and the points are worth a look when you factor in its had extra time to prepare. The problem is Stanford has fallen off in recent years and has lost its way in terms of physical play. A Stanford team from a few years ago doesn’t get bullied by Hawaii. Stanford is 2-7-1 ATS in its last 10 games. BYU plays a similar style that Stanford used to play and feels like a team that can bully Stanford into the dirt. While it’s just one game, Stanford’s opener doesn’t give me the warm and fuzzies. Give me BYU in a comfortable home win.