BYU @ KU

BYU heads to Lawrence off a rebound win

BYU is 8-2 overall and 5-2 in the Big 12 after beating Baylor 28-7 on November 14, 2026. Sitake called the Cougars' defense one of the best in the country.

Bachmeier’s legs powered the Baylor result

Bear Bachmeier ran for three touchdowns and threw for another in the Baylor game, while BYU had 189 rushing yards. Podcast hosts called his multiple interceptions against Utah uncharacteristic and a potential buy-low angle; Sitake said aggressive passing requires living with mistakes and that BYU had "an incredible amount of turnovers" as a team.

Martin’s availability is a key question

LJ Martin left the November 14 Baylor game after six carries for 49 yards and did not play in the second half; his status for Kansas remains unconfirmed.

Kansas showed a potent ground attack at West Virginia

Kansas is 4-6 overall and 2-5 in the Big 12 after a 37-14 win at West Virginia on November 14, 2026. Isaiah Marshall rushed for 164 yards, and Kansas totaled 296 rushing yards.

Edwards’ status clouds Kansas’ backfield plans

Dylan Edwards left Kansas’s West Virginia game in the first quarter with an apparent ankle injury and did not return; Leipold said he did not know how long Edwards would be out.

The betting market has not settled

As of November 15, 2026, no spread, total or moneyline was listed for BYU at Kansas. Treat any projected line as speculation until sportsbooks post prices.

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Keep player props on hold

Keep rushing props on hold and reassess workloads and lines rather than assuming usual roles. Sitake said BYU’s run game goes to the entire team, not one player.

Use live totals to gauge pace

Wait through the opening possessions before betting a total; early tempo and run-pass balance may be more informative than an unpriced pregame line. Sitake said BYU did not start fast in either half.