Even oddsmakers can't decide who is the favorite to win the Big 12
Even oddsmakers can't decide who is the favorite to win the Big 12
It appears that even the oddsmakers don't know which way to lean when it comes to the eventual Big 12 champion in the upcoming college football season.
Some experts are leaning toward the Arizona State Sun Devils to repeat as champions, while others have gone the route of tabbing Kansas State, Baylor, BYU, or Texas Tech as the favorite to win the conference and secure a spot in the 12-team College Football Playoff.
Depending on which sportsbook you view, you could get a different answer. This isn't to say there are no good teams in the Big 12, this could be setting us up for a very competitive season in the conference.
BetMGM's Big 12 Champion Odds
FanDuel's Big 12 Champion Odds
Arizona State Sun Devils (+600)
Kansas State Wildcats (+600)
Texas Tech Red Raiders (+600)
Baylor Bears (+650)
Utah Utes (+650)
BYU Cougars (+950)
DraftKings' Big 12 Champion Odds
Arizona State Sun Devils (+500)
Kansas State Wildcats (+500)
BYU Cougars (+700)
Texas Tech Red Raiders (+700)
Baylor Bears (+800)
Utah Utes (+800)
No matter which way you dissect it, it seems pretty clear in the eyes of the oddsmakers, the Big 12 might be in for a wild ride between any of these six teams listed among the best chances to win the conference. Or perhaps one of the teams down the list is poised to make a run at the title.
Either way, I can't wait to watch it all unfold.
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