Arizona State, once predicted to finish last in the Big 12 conference, is now on the brink of a conference title and a College Football Playoff spot. The team went 3-9 in their final Pac-12 season, before moving to the Big 12 and surprising everyone with their success. Iowa State, also not expected to vie for the Big 12 Championship Game, defied the odds and secured their spot with a three-game winning streak.
The championship game, featuring No. 15 Arizona State and No. 16 Iowa State, is set to take place at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. Arizona State is a slight favorite with a 2.5-point spread. The model that has been successful in predicting outcomes on SportsLine is leaning towards an under bet on the total points scored, as well as a point spread pick that hits almost 60% of the time.
Arizona State, led by head coach Kenny Dillingham, has been successful due to their strong running game, mainly thanks to running back Cam Skattebo. On the other hand, Iowa State has shown dominance on defense, allowing just 21.1 points per game and excelling in forcing turnovers.
Fans and bettors alike will be eagerly watching this matchup to see which team will emerge victorious and secure their spot in the College Football Playoff. With both teams defying expectations and showing impressive performances, the game is sure to be an exciting battle on the field.
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