Big 12 football is back in full force, and my Arizona vs. BYU predictions are calling for the Wildcats to keep things close as 7.5-point underdogs.
Read on for my college football picks for Week 2, and don't miss kickoff from LaVell Edwards Stadium at 3:30 p.m. ET on FOX.
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Who will win Arizona vs BYU today: Arizona +7.5
Are the Northern Arizona Lumberjacks anywhere near the same stratosphere as the BYU Cougars? Of course not, but it is refreshing to see the Arizona Wildcats prepare for the heavy run attack they are going to endure this weekend, as they held the Lumberjacks to -7 rushing yards last week. They will need that defensive intensity against BYU sophomore quarterback Bear Bachmeier.
Arizona quarterback Noah Fifita had himself a solid game against Northern Arizona, throwing for nearly 280 yards while completing 23 of his 30 pass attempts and throwing two touchdowns. Fifita is coming off a solid 2025 season, throwing for 3,228 yards and 29 touchdowns while only tossing six interceptions.
With Fifita serving as a familiar leader and the Wildcats returning several offensive weapons, Arizona should be able to keep this matchup close, even in a hostile environment like Provo.
COVERS INTEL: The 6-foot-5, 245-pound former Illinois tight end Cole Rusk, who is coming off a knee injury that cost him most of last season, could end up being Fifita’s favorite target this season.
Arizona vs BYU Over/Under pick: Under 46.5
If BYU plans to try and run the ball down Arizona’s throat in this matchup, the clock will be ticking from start to finish. The Wildcats’ defense should be fully prepared for the ground attack.
On top of this being a big conference matchup, it’s one that Arizona hasn’t won in quite some time. This should be a tight one from start to finish.
Arizona vs BYU prop: Arizona team total Over 19.5
Despite leaning toward the under, Arizona should be able to rack up points in this matchup, as its offense has a lot of familiarity.
Fifita has been with the team since 2022, and although he lost two top receivers from last season, he still has Tre Spivey, Chris Hunter and Giovanni Richardson, who have all been with the program for more than two years.
BYU brings in former special teams coach Kelly Poppinga, who will be getting his first shot at coordinating the defense. This matchup will be his first true test. However, the Wildcats should be able to score at least 20 points on Saturday.
Arizona vs BYU odds today
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- Spread: Arizona +7.5 | BYU -7.5
- Over/Under: Over 49.5 (49%) | Under 49.5 (52%)
- Moneyline: Arizona 28% | BYU 72%
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Arizona vs BYU weather
The weather in Provo should be clear, with temperatures in the upper 80s to low 90s.
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Arizona vs BYU trend to know
Arizona has hit the Under in eight of its last 12 games (+3.60 Units / 27% ROI). Find more college football betting trends for Arizona vs. BYU.
How to watch Arizona vs BYU today
| Location | LaVell Edwards Stadium, Provo, UT |
| Date | Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026 |
| Kickoff | 3:30 p.m. ET |
| TV | FOX |
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