Memphis are playing a bowl game in Memphis.... you have to take the points for that reason mainly. Luckily there are much more reason for Memphis to keep this game close if not win outright. Memphis are a high scoring fast paced offense averaging 7th most points scored in the ncaa compared to Iowa states 74th ranked (Iowa stats has the better defense). If this game becomes a shootout, Iowa State are dead in the water, scoring an average of only 12 points in the second half compared to Memphis's 17. Memphis played SMU very well to end the season (a team much better than Iowa State) covers the 9.5 spread as underdogs at home losing 34-38. Must take the points here.

Official Play: Memphis +10.5

Side Bet: Blake Watson Anytime TD

Hail Mary: Under 57.5