I had Iowa State and the OVER against Bowling Green two weeks ago, and both cashed in a 55-7 game. Utah then ran for 205 yards against that defense and won 31-17. West Virginia is 3-1, and Iowa State is 2-2. The Mountaineers have run for 281, 316, 247, and 335 yards, and the 335 came on 66 carries against Oklahoma State. West Virginia's defense gave up 609 yards and 41 points in that game, which is the problem for this side. Iowa State's defense allows 16.0 points a game, but that average includes 10 against Southeast Missouri State and 7 against Bowling Green. The Cyclones' offense has scored 13 and 17 in its two games against Power-conference opponents, and Jaylen Raynor averaged 5.1 yards per pass against Utah. Respected money is on West Virginia to win outright. Side with West Virginia ATS.
This Pro Pick was released to clients on October 01, 2026 at 1:47PM ET.
West Virginia at Iowa State
October 3, 2026
1.5 units on West Virginia +3.5 (-110) (risk 1.5 to return 2.86)
Result:
WIN
WIN
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