BYU vs. UCF prediction favors Brigham Young to win in college football Week 8 [2026]

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

Our independent predictive model currently gives Brigham Young a 72.7% chance of defeating UCF. Our predicted final score has Brigham Young winning 26-18. According to our model, UCF (+8.5) has a 51.9% chance of covering the spread, while the 45.5-point over/under has a 51.8% chance of staying under.

Latest betting odds

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

• Spread: BYU -8.5 (+115) / UCF +8.5 (-125)
• Moneyline: BYU -257, UCF +251
• Total: Over/Under 45.5 (+130/-135)

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: Brigham Young -8.5 @ 46¢ via Novig
• Moneyline: Brigham Young @ 72¢ via Novig
• Total: Over 45.5 @ 44¢ via Novig

According to our college football best bets, the top play to make on this game is Over 45.5 total points.

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 action between UCF and BYU at Acrisure Bounce House is scheduled to begin at 3:30 PM ET.

• Who: Brigham Young vs. UCF
• Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
• Time: 3:30 PM ET/12:30 PM PT
• Venue: Acrisure Bounce House

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Conclusion

We predict Brigham Young, with a 72.7% win probability, will likely beat UCF 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.