BYU vs. TCU prediction: Why Brigham Young is favored to win in college football Week 5 [2026]

Using innovative machine learning and data, we have re-simulated the outcome of BYU vs. TCU, forming part of our college football predictions coverage.

Our leading predictive model gives Brigham Young a 66.3% chance of defeating TCU. Our predicted final score has Brigham Young winning 26-22. According to our model, TCU (+5.5) has a 52.0% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 47.5 points has a 54.0% chance of going over.

Latest betting odds

We have researched the best college football odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

• Spread: BYU -5.5 (-117) / TCU +5.5 (-104)
• Moneyline: BYU -220, TCU +195
• Total: Over/Under 47.5 (-114/-106)

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

Model picks and best bet

After matching our predictions against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets in this matchup. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:

• Spread: TCU +5.5 @ -104 via FanDuel
• Moneyline: TCU @ +195 via Caesars
• Total: Over 47.5 @ -114 via FanDuel

According to our best college football bets, the top play to make on this game is TCU +5.5 at the spread.

These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the current available odds.

Game info & kickoff details

Saturday's college football matchup between TCU and BYU at Amon G. Carter Stadium is scheduled to begin at 7:00 PM ET.

• Who: Brigham Young vs. TCU
• Date: Saturday, October 3, 2026
• Time: 7:00 PM ET/4:00PM PT
• Venue: Amon G. Carter Stadium

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Conclusion

We predict Brigham Young, with a 66.3% win probability, will likely beat TCU in Saturday's college football matchup.

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This article's predictions and probabilities are generated by Dimers' proprietary College Football prediction model. Our editorial team reviews the resulting content for accuracy and presentation before publication.