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Texas vs. Arizona State Early Picks, Predictions & Odds: CFP Peach Bowl

Rob Paul

Last Updated: December 22, 2024 12:41 PM EST • 3 min 28 sec read.

Texas edge rusher Colin Simmons celebrates an interception against Clemson in the College Football Playoff. The Longhorns are a massive favorite by the Texas vs. Arizona State early picks and odds.
Texas edge rusher Colin Simmons celebrates an interception against Clemson in the College Football Playoff. Photo by Aaron E. Martinez/Austin American-Statesman/USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images.

Despite earning a College Football Playoff bye, Arizona State is the biggest Cinderella of the postseason and will look to continue writing its story against Texas in the Peach Bowl from Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Jan. 1 at 1 p.m. ET (ESPN).

  • Our Texas vs. Arizona State early picks and odds think this could be a defensive rock fight between two of the feistiest teams in the country
  • After beating Clemson by 14 in the first round of the CFP, the Longhorns are now the college football championship odds favorite
  • The Texas vs. Arizona State opening odds have the Sun Devils as nearly two-touchdown underdogs

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My early Texas vs. Arizona State prediction: CFP Peach Bowl

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Prediction: Under 52.5

Best odds: | Implied probability: 53.49%

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The biggest underdog of the CFP quarterfinals, Kenny Dillingham has his work cut out for him against this Texas defense. The Longhorns have completely shut down passing attacks this season, allowing the second-fewest passing yards per game in the country (156.9) and ASU is down star receiver Jordyn Tyson.

That's going to make it nearly impossible for the Sun Devils offense to get much done through the air against the No. 2 defense in . And that will only further Texas' likely game plan of trying to stop star running back Cam Skattebo.

But it won't just be ASU that struggles to score. Texas is dealing with injuries on its offense, namely go-to receiver Isaiah Bond, offensive tackle Cam Williams, and center Jake Majors. It can only help ASU's No. 23 ranked defense in EPA per dropback if those three play banged up, or not at all.

Texas has hit the Under in four of its last five games thanks to a defense that allows the second-fewest points per game in the country (13.3). If the Sun Devils can do enough to slow Quinn Ewers and Co., a $10 bet pays an $8.70 profit.

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Texas vs. Arizona State live odds

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Moneyline

  • Texas best odds: | Implied probability: 84.62%
  • Arizona State best odds: | Implied probability: 18.18%

Our best sports betting sites think Arizona State has next to no chance of winning this game with the longest ML odds for Texas paying just a $1.82 profit on a $10 winning bet.

That's why those backing Arizona State to win should hold off because the line keeps getting longer. FanDuel has the best price - paying a $45 profit on a $10 bet - while its -630 ML odds for Texas imply an 86.3% probability the Longhorns win. 

Spread

  • Texas best odds: -13.5 (-110) via bet365
  • Arizona State best odds: +13.5 (-102) via FanDuel

If you're betting on Texas to cover, I wouldn't wait much longer. The public is going to be all over Steve Sarkisian's team thanks to its brand name and the fact that it's the favorite to win the title. But if you're planning on taking ASU to cover, it's worth waiting. This line is continuing to move in Texas' direction, and the Sun Devils could be closer to +15.5 by Jan. 1.

Over/Under

  • Over best odds:
  • Under best odds: 52.5 (-115) via BetMGM

This game total could drop a few points, frankly, I'm shocked it's this high with the way Texas' defense has shut down most opponents this season. If the Longhorns are a two-touchdown favorite, that implies that ASU is going to be playing from behind and not able to lean on Skattebo, by far its best player.

With that in mind, and our best sports betting apps all hovering around 52 for now, I would think this Over/Under dips down closer to 49.5 in the coming days.

Texas vs. Arizona State injuries to watch

How to watch the CFP Peach Bowl

  • When: Wednesday, Jan. 1
  • Kickoff: 1 p.m. ET
  • Where: Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta
  • How to watch: ESPN
  • Weather: Indoors
  • Favorite: Texas -13.5 (-115 via DraftKings)

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Rob Paul
Rob is a Publishing Editor at Sportsbook Review. He’s been with the team since early 2024, with this being his first full-time role in the sports betting industry. Before joining 520ccc.com, he contributed to various sports outlets, including FanSided and Pro Football Network. During that period, he spent five years working full-time as a local community journalist, after attending Durham College for journalism and Wilfrid Laurier University for history. He previously hosted an NFL draft and college football-focused podcast where he had the opportunity to interact with future NFL players such as Maxx Crosby and Quinn Meinerz. Rob has spent multiple years working as a freelance podcast producer for numerous sports-related podcasts while making guest appearances on several college football shows. He’s also made guest appearances on SportsTalk Mississippi on several occasions to talk all things NFL draft. Rob values the way sports betting acts as a catalyst for telling stories and growing interest in certain sports, particularly FCS football, WNBA, and mid-major college basketball. He’s always been drawn to the more obscure teams and conferences in major college sports, but most of all, Rob loves using stats to find the best player props to back.