Arkansas St vs Iowa St. Prediction, Odds & Best Prop Bets โ€“ NCAAF, Week 4

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Iowa State head coach Matt Campbell walks off the field after an NCAA college football game against Oklahoma, Saturday, Oct. 29, 2022, in Ames, Iowa. Oklahoma won 27-13. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)
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  • Iowa St. is a -21.5 point favorite vs. Arkansas St
  • Arkansas State vs. Iowa State Total(Over/Under): 51.5 points
  • TV Channel: ESPN+

The Arkansas State Red Wolves (2-1) visit Jack Trice Stadium to take on the Iowa State Cyclones (2-0) on Sep. 21 in Ames, IA. Kickoff is scheduled for 2:00pm EDT.

Iowa St. is a betting favorite in Week 4, with the spread sitting at -21.5 (-110).

The Arkansas State vs. Iowa State Over/Under is 51.5 total points.

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Arkansas State vs. Iowa State Odds, Spread, Over/Under:

SpreadTotal (O/U)Moneyline
Arkansas State+21.5 -11051.5 -110+1000
Iowa State -21.5 -11051.5 -110-2000

Arkansas State vs Iowa State Prediction:

The winning team model predicts Iowa State will win this game with 95.0% confidence, based on game simulations, offensive & defensive matchups and recent game results.

This winning team prediction factors in up-to-date player injuries for both Arkansas St and Iowa St., key player performances this season and recent team trends.

Arkansas State vs Iowa State Spread Prediction:

Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the model predicts Arkansas State will cover the spread with 72.5% confidence.

This prediction against the spread factors in ATS performances for both teams, opening and current betting lines plus public and sharp money already wagered on this matchup.


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  • Arkansas State has hit the Moneyline in 7 of their last 13 games (+3.55 Units / 18% ROI)
  • Arkansas State has hit the Game Total Under in 4 of their last 7 away games (+0.70 Units / 9% ROI)
  • Arkansas State have covered the Spread in 4 of their last 7 away games (+0.65 Units / 8% ROI)
  • Arkansas State has hit the 1Q Game Total Under in 4 of their last 7 away games (+0.45 Units / 5% ROI)
  • Arkansas State has hit the 1Q Moneyline in 6 of their last 12 games (+0.35 Units / 3% ROI)
  • Iowa State has hit the Moneyline in 8 of their last 11 games (+8.20 Units / 48% ROI)
  • Iowa State has hit the 1H Game Total Under in 4 of their last 5 games at home (+3.05 Units / 57% ROI)
  • Iowa State has hit the 1Q Game Total Under in their last 3 games at home (+3.00 Units / 79% ROI)
  • Iowa State has hit the Game Total Under in 4 of their last 5 games at home (+2.90 Units / 53% ROI)
  • Iowa State have covered the Spread in 7 of their last 12 games (+1.50 Units / 11% ROI)

We’ve highlighted some favorite college football player prop bets for Arkansas State players, looking at profitable historical betting trends:

Best Arkansas State Player Prop Bets Today

  • Corey Rucker has hit the Receiving Yards Over in his last game (+1.00 Units / 83% ROI)
  • Courtney Jackson has hit the Receiving Yards Under in his last game (+1.00 Units / 83% ROI)
  • Jaylen Raynor has hit the Passing Yards Over in his last game (+1.00 Units / 83% ROI)

Top NCAAF player prop bets for Iowa State players, looking at profitable historical betting trends:

Best Iowa State Player Prop Best Bets Today

  • Rocco Becht has hit the TD Passes Over in 4 of his last 5 games (+4.55 Units / 82% ROI)
  • Rocco Becht has hit the Passing Yards Over in his last 3 games (+3.00 Units / 86% ROI)
  • Jaylin Noel has hit the Receiving Yards Under in his last 3 games at home (+3.00 Units / 79% ROI)
  • Jayden Higgins has hit the Receiving Yards Over in 4 of his last 5 games (+2.80 Units / 47% ROI)
  • Abu Sama III has hit the Rushing Yards Under in his last game (+1.00 Units / 83% ROI)

Arkansas State Against the Spread (ATS) Record

Arkansas St is 1-2 against the spread this college football season (-1.2 Units / -36.36% ROI).

  • Arkansas State is 2-1 when betting on the Moneyline for +1 Units / 11.3% ROI
  • Arkansas State is 1-2 when betting the Over for -1.15 Units / -35.94% ROI
  • Arkansas State is 2-1 when betting the Under for +0.85 Units / 25% ROI

Iowa State Against the Spread (ATS) Record

Iowa St. is 1-1 against the spread this college football season (-0.1 Units / -4.76% ROI).

  • Iowa State is 1-0 when betting on the Moneyline for +1.2 Units / 120% ROI
  • Iowa State is 1-1 when betting the Over for -0.1 Units / -4.55% ROI
  • Iowa State is 1-1 when betting the Under for -0.1 Units / -4.55% ROI

Arkansas State: Keys to the Game vs. Iowa State

Arkansas State is winless (0-6) when losing at least one fumble since the 2022 season– T-worst in FBS; Average: .393

Arkansas State is undefeated (6-0) when scoring 22 or more points since the 2023 season– T-32nd-best in FBS; Average: .613

Arkansas State is 6-2 (.600) when making 7 or more explosive plays since the 2023 season– T-10th-best among Non-Power Conference Teams; Average: .430

Arkansas State is 6-3 (.600) when averaging more than 5 yards on first down plays since the 2023 season– T-36th-best in FBS; Average: .495

Iowa State: Keys to the Game vs. Arkansas State

Iowa State is 5-1 (.833) when making 3 or more explosive runs in a game since the 2023 season– best among Power Conference Teams; Average: .408

Iowa State is 5-1 (.714) when rushing for 120 or more yards since the 2023 season– 3rd-best among Power Conference Teams; Average: .422

Iowa State is 5-1 (.714) when rushing for more than 100 yards since the 2023 season– T-24th-best in FBS; Average: .526

Iowa State is undefeated (6-0) when scoring 22 or more points since the 2023 season– 2nd-best among Power Conference Teams; Average: .467

Matchup Notes for Arkansas State vs. Iowa State

Iowa State’s TEs has 5 receptions in 2 games (just 2.5 per game) this season — 4th-worst among Big 12 TEs. Arkansas State’s defense has allowed just 15.0 receptions per game this season — T-29th-best among FBS defenses.

Iowa State’s TEs has 62 receptions in 15 games (4.1 per game) since the 2023 season — 5th-best among Big 12 TEs. Arkansas State’s defense has allowed 21.3 receptions per game since the 2023 season — 16th-worst among FBS defenses.

Iowa State has 43 receptions in 2 games (21.5 per game) this season — 5th-best among Big 12 skill players. Arkansas State’s defense has allowed just 15.0 receptions per game this season — T-29th-best among FBS defenses.

Arkansas State has gained 3,701 yards on 278 receptions (13.3 YPR) since the 2023 season — T-23rd-best among FBS skill players. Iowa State’s defense has allowed just 11.4 Yards Per Reception since the 2023 season — 4th-best among Big 12 defenses.

Arkansas State’s RBs has averaged just 6.7 yards after the catch since the 2023 season — T-29th-worst among FBS RBs. Iowa State’s defense has allowed just 6.5 RAC to RBs since the 2023 season — T-28th-best among FBS defenses.

Arkansas State’s offense has thrown for 20 or more yards on 12.4% of 493 attempts since the 2023 season — 26th-best among FBS offenses. Iowa State’s defense allowed 20+ yards on just 9.1% of attempts since the 2023 season — T-worst among Big 12 defenses.

Arkansas State Offensive Stats & Trends

Arkansas State has gained 3,701 yards on 278 receptions (13.3 YPR) since the 2023 season — T-23rd-best among FBS skill players. Iowa State’s defense has allowed just 11.4 Yards Per Reception since the 2023 season — 4th-best among Big 12 defenses.

Arkansas State’s RBs has averaged just 6.7 yards after the catch since the 2023 season — T-29th-worst among FBS RBs. Iowa State’s defense has allowed just 6.5 RAC to RBs since the 2023 season — T-28th-best among FBS defenses.

Arkansas State’s offense has thrown for 20 or more yards on 12.4% of 493 attempts since the 2023 season — 26th-best among FBS offenses. Iowa State’s defense allowed 20+ yards on just 9.1% of attempts since the 2023 season — T-worst among Big 12 defenses.

Arkansas State’s RBs has averaged just 6.7 yards after the catch since the 2023 season — T-29th-worst among FBS RBs. Iowa State’s defense has allowed just 11.4 RAC since the 2023 season — 5th-best among Big 12 defenses.

Arkansas State has been targeted 120 times this season — 5th-most among FBS skill players. Iowa State’s defense has allowed 220 receiving yards this season — fewest among Big 12 defenses.

Iowa State Offensive Stats & Trends

Iowa State WRs have averaged 26.7 yards per reception (267 yards/10 catches) on 3rd and short since the 2023 season– best among Big 12 Teams; Average: 12.2

Iowa State’s TEs has 5 receptions in 2 games (just 2.5 per game) this season — 4th-worst among Big 12 TEs. Arkansas State’s defense has allowed just 15.0 receptions per game this season — T-29th-best among FBS defenses.

Iowa State’s TEs has 62 receptions in 15 games (4.1 per game) since the 2023 season — 5th-best among Big 12 TEs. Arkansas State’s defense has allowed 21.3 receptions per game since the 2023 season — 16th-worst among FBS defenses.

Iowa State WRs have averaged 20.5 yards per target (267 yards/13 targets) on 3rd and short since the 2023 season– best among Big 12 Teams; Average: 8.4

Iowa State RBs have averaged 3.6 yards from scrimmage per touch (365 yards / 100 touches) in the 4th quarter since the 2023 season– 5th-worst among FBS Teams; Average: 5.4

Arkansas State Red Wolves Defensive Stats & Trends

Arkansas State has allowed a Completion Pct of just 28% (5 completions/18 attempts) on 3rd and short since the 2023 season– best in FBS; Average: 62%

Arkansas State has allowed a Completion Pct of just 39% (11 completions/28 attempts) on 3rd and short since the 2022 season– 3rd-best in FBS; Average: 62%

Arkansas State has tackled opponents for a loss on just 11 of 108 rushing attempts (10% TFL%) this season– T-11th-worst in FBS; Average: 16%.

Arkansas State has allowed 234.7 yards from scrimmage per game to RBs this season– T-4th-worst in FBS; Average: 131.7

Arkansas State allowed a Completion Pct of 77% (44 completions/57 attempts) on 3rd and long in the 2023 season– 2nd-worst in FBS; Average: 54%

Iowa State Cyclones Defensive Stats & Trends

Iowa State has allowed a Completion Pct of just 41% (24 completions/59 attempts) when opponents had over 10 yards to go since the 2023 season– best in the Big 12; Average: 60%

Iowa State has allowed a Completion Pct of just 40% (33 completions/83 attempts) on 3rd and long since the 2023 season– best in the Big 12; Average: 55%

Iowa State has allowed opponents to catch just 33 of 83 passes (40% Reception Pct) on 3rd and long since the 2023 season– best in the Big 12; Average: 56%

Iowa State has allowed a Completion Pct of just 32% (14 completions/44 attempts) on third and 10+ yards to go since the 2023 season– best in FBS; Average: 55%

Iowa State opponents has averaged 7.9 Passing Attempts per TD (63 Pass Attempts/8 Passing TDs) in the Red Zone since the 2023 season– best in the Big 12; Average: 4.4


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