Kansas State Wildcats vs Kansas Jayhawks Betting Pick & Prediction for 10/25

Week 9 of the 2025 NCAA football season brings an exciting game between the Kansas State Wildcats and the Kansas Jayhawks. This game will take place at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium in Lawrence, Kansas. The game is scheduled for Saturday, October 25, 2025, at 12:00 PM and will be broadcast on TNT.

The Kansas State Wildcats come into this game with a 3-4 record, struggling on the road with a 0-3 record. They are part of the Big 12 Conference and play their home games at Bill Snyder Family Stadium. On the other side, the Kansas Jayhawks have a 4-3 record and have been strong at home with a 3-1 record. They also compete in the Big 12 Conference and will have the advantage of playing at home. Both teams are looking to improve their conference standings in this game.

Kansas State Team Preview

The Kansas State Wildcats have had an up-and-down season so far. They won their recent home game against TCU 41-28, showcasing a balanced attack with 198 passing yards and 149 rushing yards. Earlier, they narrowly lost to Baylor 35-34, despite having more first downs and rushing yards than the Bears.

Quarterback Avery Johnson is leading the Wildcats with 1,556 passing yards and 13 touchdowns over seven games. Joe Jackson stands out among the running backs, leading the team with 313 rushing yards. On the receiving end, Jayce Brown has 417 receiving yards and three touchdowns, making him a key player in their offense.

The Wildcats’ defense has been strong in creating turnovers, with six interceptions and seven fumbles recovered this season. However, they rank 102nd in points allowed, which is an area they need to improve. The injury report lists several key players as questionable, which could impact their performance in upcoming games.

Kansas State vs Kansas Game Day Info

• Sport: NCAA Football
• Teams: Kansas State Wildcats vs. Kansas Jayhawks
• Venue: David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium in Lawrence, KS
• Date: Saturday, October 25, 2025
• Betting Odds: Kansas State +126, Kansas -151

Kansas Team Preview

The Kansas Jayhawks have had a mixed season so far. They recently lost to the Texas Tech Red Raiders 42-17. In that game, the Jayhawks had 245 passing yards and 74 rushing yards.

In an earlier game, the Jayhawks defeated the UCF Knights 27-20. They managed 235 passing yards and 123 rushing yards. The team showed they can win on the road with strong performances in key areas.

Jalon Daniels leads the team as quarterback, playing in seven games. He has 1,752 passing yards and 18 touchdowns this season. Leshon Williams has contributed with 314 rushing yards and five touchdowns. Emmanuel Henderson Jr. has been a key wide receiver, with 530 receiving yards and four touchdowns.

BTB Betting Pick

For the spread pick, take Kansas -3.0. Kansas has scored 227 points this season, ranking 32nd in points for. With Kansas State allowing 189 points, ranked 102nd, Kansas should cover the spread. The projected score is Kansas 31, Kansas State 27.

For the over/under, choose over 56.5. Kansas has a strong offense with 227 points scored, while Kansas State’s defense ranks 102nd in points against. The projected total score is 58, making the over a good pick.