Kansas vs. Illinois odds, spread, time: 2023 college football picks, Week 2 predictions from proven model
The Kansas Jayhawks (1-0) and the Illinois Fighting Illini (1-0) square off in a standalone Week 2 matchup on Friday night. These teams are looking to keep things up and secure back-to-back wins. On Sept. 2, the Fighting Illini notched a 30-28 win over Toledo. On the opposite side, Kansas blew out Missouri State 48-17. The Jayhawks logged a 4-2 record at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium in 2022.
Kickoff in Lawrence, Kansas, is set for 7:30 p.m. ET. The Jayhawks are 3-point favorites in Illinois vs. Kansas odds via SportsLine consensus, while the over/under for total points scored is 58. Before making any Kansas vs. Illinois picks, be sure to check out the college football predictions and betting advice from SportsLine's proven computer model.
The SportsLine Projection Model simulates every FBS college football game 10,000 times. The proprietary computer model is off to a fast 4-2 start on all-top rated college football picks this season. Since its inception, it has generated a stunning profit of more than $2,500 for $100 players on its top-rated college football picks against the spread. Anyone who has followed it has seen huge returns.
Now, the model has set its sights on Illinois vs. Kansas and just revealed its picks and predictions. You can visit SportsLine now to see the model's CFB picks. Here are several college football odds and trends for Kansas vs. Illinois:
- Illinois vs. Kansas spread: Jayhawks -3
- Illinois vs. Kansas over/under: 58 points
- Illinois vs. Kansas money line: Jayhawks -153, Fighting Illini +128
- KU: Kansas is 5-0 in its last five games played in September
- ILL: Illinois are 8-1 ATS in its last nine games on the road
- Illinois vs. Kansas picks: See picks at SportsLine
Why Kansas can cover
Kansas comes off a dominant offensive performance in Week 1. The Jayhawks got it done on both sides of the ball, securing 521 total yards in the win over Missouri State. Senior quarterback Jason Bean has an impressive understanding of the offense and gets the ball into the hands of his playmakers. Bean also has the athleticism to move the pocket.
On Sept. 1, the Texas native went 22 of 28 for 276 yards and two passing touchdowns. The ground attack was successful, compiling 245 rushing yards in the win over Missouri State. Junior running back Devin Neal is the lead back. Neal has superb vision along with reliable hands as a pass-catcher. In Week 1, he finished with 94 rushing yards, 25 receiving yards and two total touchdowns. See which team to pick here.
Why Illinois can cover
Sophomore quarterback Luke Altmyer took over the reins under center for Illinois this season. Altmyer is a good athlete with the ability to make plays with both his arm and legs. The Mississippi native and Ole Miss transfer completed 69% of his throws for 211 yards and two passing touchdowns in the season-opening win over Toledo. He also led the team in rushing with 69 yards.
Junior receiver Pat Bryant looks to keep the momentum going into this matchup. Bryant has the height (6-foot-3) to win contested catches and be a viable target in the red zone. On Sept. 2, the Florida native led the team in catches (6), receiving yards (64) and touchdowns (2). Junior receiver Isaiah Williams is a dynamic weapon in the slot. Williams runs crisp routes and can make defenders miss. In Week 1, he had five receptions for 51 yards. See which team to pick here.
How to make Illinois vs. Kansas picks
SportsLine's model is leaning Under on the point total, projecting the teams to combine for 49 points. The model also says one side of the spread has all the value. You can only see the model's pick at SportsLine.
