Arizona vs. Kansas State: Predictions, odds and how to watch Friday

The college football season kicks off Week 3 with an exciting Friday night clash between the No. 18 Arizona Wildcats and the No. 15 Kansas State Wildcats in Manhattan, Kansas.

Arizona, led by quarterback Noah Fifita , has extended its win streak to 2-0 for the season after a 22-10 victory over Northern Arizona in Week 2. Fifita's performance helped the Wildcats cruise to victory, as he completed 18 of 26 attempts for 173 yards with one touchdown and one interception.

In a thrilling 34-27 victory, Kansas State demonstrated its resilience to edge out a win against the Tulane Green Wave . Safety Jack Fabris ' 60-yard fumble return touchdown in the fourth quarter was a defining moment that secured Kansas State's second win of the season. Quarterback Avery Johnson 's performance was instrumental in leading the Wildcats past the Green Wave: He completed 15 of 23 attempts for 181 yards and two touchdowns.

With both Arizona and Kansas State aiming to continue their winning streak, the stage is set for a Week 3 battle.

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College football 2024: Arizona vs Kansas State predictions

DraftKings : Pick Arizona

Blake Krass writes: "Both teams should be able to move the ball effectively. Kansas State can attack Arizona’s defense on the ground, particularly with Avery Johnson. However, Arizona should also be able to take it to Kansas State through the air with their incredible QB-WR tandem. Ultimately, this should be a high-scoring game that comes down to the final minutes, with both teams trading blows. For that reason, I am taking Arizona to stay within the number, as this could easily come down to the final possession or even overtime."

ESPN : Kansas State has a 72% chance to win

According to the ESPN's Matchup Predictor, the Kansas State Wildcats have a 72.8% chance to beat the Arizona Wildcats in Week 3.

Covers : Pick Kansas State

Ed Scimia writes: "Of the two teams, however, Arizona is the one I’m more worried about after last week’s close calls. It’s going to need a lot more out of sophomore quarterback Noah Fifita than it's gotten so far this year, as he's thrown two interceptions against what should have been overmatched defenses. Against a Kansas State unit that forced turnovers and scored a touchdown against Tulane, Fifita — or someone — is going to have to step up big and I don’t see that happening in this matchup. "

Fox Sports : Kansas State 44, Arizona 36

Staff writes: "Kansas State has not won against the spread this season in two games with a spread. Arizona has not won against the spread this season in one game with a spread."

College football 2024: Arizona vs. Kansas State odds, lines:

The Kansas State Wildcats are favorites to defeat the Arizona Wildcats, according to the BetMGM college football odds .

Odds as of Wednesday afternoon.

• Spread: Kansas State (-7.5)
• Moneylines: Kansas State (-290)
• Over/under: 58.5

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How to watch Arizona vs Kansas State:

• Date: Friday, Sept. 13
• Where: Bill Snyder Family Stadium (Manhattan, Kansas)
• Time: 8 p.m. ET
• TV: Fox
• Stream: Fubo (free trial) | Sling TV

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