The UNLV Rebels (2-0) and the Kansas Jayhawks (1-1) meet Friday at Children’s Mercy Park in Kansas City, Kan. Kickoff is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (ESPN).'Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s'college football odds around the UNLV vs. Kansas odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.
The Rebels have already rolled a Big 12 opponent this season on the road, topping the Houston Cougars 27-7 on Aug. 31 as a 3.5-point favorite. UNLV was so dominant in that game, that it nearly had the shutout before the Cougars scored with 60 seconds left to avoid the goose egg.
UNLV routed Utah Tech of the FCS 72-14 last week, easily covering as a 41.5-point favorite to move to 2-0 against the spread (ATS). The Rebels defense has been strong, and that’s an area to watch.
Kansas spanked FCS Lindenwood 48-3 in the opener Aug. 29 as a 49.5-point favorite as the Under (63.5) connected. However, a ranked Jayhawks team went to Illinois last week and suffered a 23-17 setback as a 5-point favorite as the Under (58.5) cashed for a 2nd straight outing. Kansas didn’t help itself with 4 turnovers committed.