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WVU Kicks Off Season as Huge Favorites
30 Aug
Summary
- West Virginia is a 21.5-point favorite against Coastal Carolina.
- Both teams feature new players and coaching staff changes.
- Oddsmakers predict a score around 39-17 in favor of WVU.
The college football season officially begins for the West Virginia Mountaineers with their matchup against Coastal Carolina. This marks the second meeting between the two teams, with West Virginia winning the previous encounter 31-0 in 2010. Initially favored by 17.5 points, West Virginia's spread has widened to 21.5, reflecting increased confidence from bettors.
Both West Virginia and Coastal Carolina are entering the season with significant roster turnover and new coaching staff. Despite last season's struggles, West Virginia performed well against the spread. The Mountaineers boast a potent offense led by dual-threat quarterback Mike Hawkins Jr. and the nation's leading rusher, Cam Cook.
Oddsmakers have set the over/under at 56.5 points, suggesting a projected score of approximately 39-17 in favor of West Virginia. While Coastal Carolina is a proud program, the Mountaineers are expected to handle them. Fans are reminded that Week 1 results, particularly the point spread, should not dictate season-long expectations as the team is expected to develop.
