The Fresno State Bulldogs will take on the Kansas Jayhawks on Saturday, August 23, 2025. This game marks Week 1 of the 2025 regular season. The game will be held at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium in Lawrence, KS, and is scheduled to start at 6:30 PM. Fans can catch the action on FOX.

Fresno State vs. Kansas Betting Prediction

• Money Line Prediction: Fresno State Bulldogs +383. Fresno State has a better recent record in night games compared to Kansas. This could give them an edge in this matchup.
• Over/Under Prediction: Under 49.5. Both teams have defenses that ranked in the top 100 last season, which might keep the score lower.

Team Trends

• The Kansas Jayhawks had a home record of 4-2 last season.
• Fresno State Bulldogs had a road record of 2-4 last season.
• In 2024, Kansas Jayhawks ranked 25th in rushing yards with 2563.
• Fresno State Bulldogs ranked 42nd in passing yards with 3147 in 2024.
• The game will be played at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium on August 23, 2025.

Fresno State vs Kansas Preview

The Fresno State Bulldogs will begin their season on the road against the Kansas Jayhawks. Fresno State ended the last season with a 6-7 record, including a 2-4 record on the road. They are looking to improve their performance this year in the Mountain West Conference.

The Kansas Jayhawks will host the game at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. Last season, Kansas finished with a 5-7 record, performing better at home with a 4-2 record. They aim to start strong in the Big 12 Conference this season.

Kansas Jayhawks Team Overview

The Kansas Jayhawks play in the Big 12 Conference. They host their games at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. Last season, the Jayhawks had a record of 5-7, with a 4-2 record at home.

Jalon Daniels leads the team’s quarterbacks with 2,454 passing yards over 12 games last season. He also scored 14 passing touchdowns. Devin Neal stands out as the top running back, with 1,266 rushing yards and 16 touchdowns in 12 games.

On the defensive side, the team allowed 312 points, ranking 90th. They recorded 27 sacks, placing them 23rd among teams. The Jayhawks also had 12 interceptions, which ranked 13th.

Fresno State Bulldogs Away Team Analysis

The Fresno State Bulldogs play in the Mountain West Conference. Their home games are held at Valley Children’s Stadium. Last season, they finished with a 6-7 record, including a 4-3 home record and a 2-4 road record.

Mikey Keene stood out with 2,887 passing yards and 18 touchdowns in 12 games. Elijah Gilliam was notable in the running back position, accumulating 466 rushing yards and eight touchdowns over 13 games. Mac Dalena led the wide receivers with 1,059 receiving yards and eight touchdowns in 13 games.

Defensively, Fresno State allowed 323 points, ranking 97th. They managed 24 sacks, placing them 26th among teams. The Bulldogs also secured 15 interceptions, ranking 16th in that category.

Final Betting Pick

Fresno State has a decent record in night games, which could help them against Kansas. Their defense is strong in interceptions, ranking 16th last season. This might create opportunities for turnovers, giving Fresno State a chance to win.

The under 49.5 is a good pick because both teams have defenses ranked in the top 100. Kansas has a strong rushing game, but Fresno State’s defense can handle pressure. This could lead to a lower-scoring game.

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