Kansas vs Arizona Week 11 Betting Preview
Bowl eligibility is on the line when the Kansas Jayhawks visit the Arizona Wildcats on Saturday in Tucson. Both teams enter at 5–4 overall and look to build momentum down the stretch of the regular season.
Jalon Daniels leads Kansas after a four-touchdown second half fueled last week’s 38–21 win over Oklahoma State. Daniels has thrown for 1,991 yards, 20 touchdowns, and only three interceptions.
Arizona counters with Noah Fifita, who has passed for 2,042 yards and 21 touchdowns. Fifita lit up Colorado with four first-half scoring throws in last week’s 52–17 rout. Both quarterbacks rank among the Big 12’s most efficient passers, setting up a high-scoring matchup at Arizona Stadium.
Kickoff is set for Saturday, Nov. 8 at 3:30 PM ET on ESPN2. For more Week 11 analysis and matchup previews, visit the college football previews page
Line Movement and Odds
Oddsmakers opened Arizona as a 4.5-point favorite with a total of 56.5. As of Thursday, the Wildcats sit at -4.5 (-111) and the Jayhawks at +4.5 (-110).
The moneyline shows Kansas at +163 and Arizona at -197, with slight early sharp action on the over after opening at 56. Bettors can compare all current lines on the college football scores and odds page
Public money leans toward Arizona’s balanced offense, while sharper bettors see value in Kansas’ ability to cover as an underdog.
Matchup Breakdown
Kansas Outlook:
The Jayhawks snapped a three-game slide behind an explosive ground attack that piled up 234 yards last week. Daniels continues to pace a balanced offense that ranks 24th nationally in first downs. Kansas’ defense forces turnovers at a high rate, ranking fifth in interceptions.
Arizona Outlook:
The Wildcats’ offense has been among the Big 12’s most consistent, ranking 34th in scoring with 273 points this season. Fifita’s quick release and decision-making allow the Wildcats to spread defenses thin, while the defense ranks top-15 nationally in sacks and interceptions.
For bettors analyzing this matchup, check the expert betting guide for advanced stats and public betting splits before kickoff.
Injuries and Conditions
Kansas Jayhawks Injury Report:
- DeShawn Hanika (TE) – Out, leg
- Carson Bruhn (TE) – Questionable, undisclosed
- Jason Strickland (DL) – Questionable, undisclosed
- Jaden Nickens (WR) – Questionable, undisclosed
- Conlee Hovey (TE) – Questionable, undisclosed
Full updates available on the Kansas injury report
Arizona Wildcats Injury Report:
- Tre Smith (DL) – Out, undisclosed
- Tyler Powell (TE) – Out, leg
- Jordan Brown (OL) – Questionable, undisclosed
- Marquis Groves-Killebrew (DB) – Questionable, undisclosed
Check the Arizona injury report for updates before game day. - Weather: Clear skies expected in Tucson with kickoff temperatures near 74°F and light winds.
Best Bets and Prediction
Kansas has covered in 15 of its last 25 games as an underdog and owns a 3-0 over record in its past three. Arizona has hit the over in six straight home games.
Model Projection: Arizona 31, Kansas 28
Best Bet: Over 56.5
Lean: Kansas +4.5
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