Predictions, picks for Utah vs. Cincinnati Week 10 college football matchup

A significant Big 12 matchup is set for Saturday as Utah faces Cincinnati at Rice-Eccles Stadium. The game is crucial for both teams' conference title and College Football Playoff hopes. Utah, with a 6-2 overall record and 3-2 in conference play, will host Cincinnati, which boasts a 7-1 overall record and remains undefeated in the Big 12 at 5-0. Despite Cincinnati's seven-game winning streak, Utah is favored by sportsbooks, with the spread increasing from 7.5 to 10.5 points following the announcement that Cincinnati running back Evan Pryor will not play.

Predictions from various sources consistently favor Utah. ESPN's matchup predictor gives Utah an 80.5% win probability, while Bill Connelly's SP+ model forecasts a 9-point victory for the Utes. Data Skrive's betting model for Fox Sports also supports Utah, predicting they will cover the double-digit spread. Both teams are known for their high-sc