College football odds Week 9: How to bet TCU-West Virginia

Published

TCU is having a storybook season. The Horned Frogs are currently ranked No. 7 in the nation. They visit the 3-4 West Virginia Mountaineers for a Week 9 showdown as they try to keep their winning streak alive.

TCU's balanced, high-powered offensive attack could cause problems for West Virginia, a team that gives up 33.7 points per game. Speaking of problems, the Mountaineers are coming off their worst loss of the season, a 38-point loss to Texas Tech.

Does West Virginia have what it takes to upset the ascending Horned Frogs?

Here's everything you need from a betting perspective on the game between TCU and West Virginia, from the point spread, moneyline and total Over/Under (odds via FOX Bet).

No. 7 TCU at West Virginia (Noon ET Saturday, ESPN) 

Point spread: TCU -7.5 (TCU favored to win by more than 7.5 points, otherwise West Virginia covers)
Moneyline: TCU -278 favorite to win (bet $10 to win $13.60 total); West Virginia +210 underdog to win (bet $10 to win $31 total)
Total scoring over/under: 69 points scored by both teams combined 

Insights from FOX Sports Research Team:

TCU is 5-1 against the spread (ATS) and 7-0 straight up (SU), while West Virginia is 4-3 ATS and 3-4 SU this season. 

The Horned Frogs are 5-1 SU in their last six games against Big 12 opponents and are 6-12-1 ATS and 7-12 SU as a road favorite since 2018. 

The Mountaineers are 4-5-1 ATS and 2-8 SU as six- to nine-point underdogs under Neal Brown and 11-3 SU in home games since 2020. 

Download the FOX Super 6 app for your chance to win thousands of dollars on the biggest sporting events each and every week! Just make your picks and you could win the grand prize. Download and play today!