- Matchup: Arizona State Sun Devils vs Duke Blue Devils
- Event Date: Wednesday, December 31, 2025
- Venue: Sun Bowl, El Paso, TX
- Broadcast: CBS
- Betting Lines: Blue Devils favored by (-3.0)
- Total Points Over-Under: 49.5
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The Duke Blue Devils (8-5) will face off against the Arizona State Sun Devils (8-4) at the Sun Bowl on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, during the Tony the Tiger Sun Bowl. Arizona State is listed as 3.0-point underdogs, with the total points set at 49.5.
The Arizona State Sun Devils enter this matchup with an 8-4 record for the season. In their previous game, they faced off against the Arizona Wildcats, resulting in a 23-7 defeat. During that contest, the Sun Devils made 27 rushing attempts, gaining 100 yards, averaging 3.7 yards per carry. Overall, they executed 52 plays for a total of 214 yards. Defensively, Arizona State allowed 28 completions out of 45 attempts, resulting in 286 passing yards and a completion rate of 62.2%. On the ground, the Sun Devils conceded 88 yards from 44 attempts, equating to 2.0 yards per carry.
Over the course of the season, the Sun Devils have amassed a total of 4,800 yards. When it comes to scoring, Arizona State has recorded 17 passing touchdowns and 16 rushing touchdowns, while committing 18 turnovers. The team has achieved 252 first downs and has been penalized 90 times for a total of 718 yards. Averaging 188.9 rushing yards per game, they rank 28th nationally. In terms of scoring, the Arizona State Sun Devils average 24.7 points per game.
Defensively, Arizona State ranks 52nd nationally, allowing opponents to score an average of 23.0 points per game. They concede 3.4 yards per carry, allowing 116.7 rushing yards per game, totaling 1,400 yards on the ground for the season. In the passing game, they’ve given up 2,708 yards, ranking 74th in Division I, allowing 225.7 yards per game with a completion percentage of 60.9%. Overall, the Sun Devils’ defense has permitted 342.3 yards per contest, placing them 41st nationally. They’ve given up 16 passing touchdowns and 18 rushing touchdowns throughout the season.
The Blue Devils enter this matchup with an 8-5 record for the season. In their last appearance, they secured a victory over the Virginia Cavaliers, finishing 27-20. The Blue Devils totaled 333 yards over 69 plays, averaging 4.8 yards per play, with 137 yards from 44 rushing attempts at an average of 3.1 yards per carry. Defensively, Duke allowed 29 running plays yielding 128 yards (an average of 4.4 yards per rush), while their secondary recorded a completion rate of 52.5%, giving up 216 yards on 21 completions out of 40 attempts.
In terms of scoring ability, the Blue Devils rank 19th in Division I with an average of 34.0 points per game. They accumulate an average of 414.6 yards per game, placing them 35th in the nation. The Duke offense has been penalized 85 times, contributing to 818 penalty yards, which also ranks them 35th nationally. They have thrown 5 interceptions and lost 8 fumbles while achieving a total of 293 first downs. For the season, the Blue Devils have thrown for 3,669 yards, averaging 282.2 passing yards per game, ranking 15th in college football. Their rushing average stands at 132.5 yards per game, with a cumulative total of 1,723 rushing yards.
Defensively, the Blue Devils permit 28.7 points on average, which ranks them 91st in Division I. The team has allowed a total of 1,820 yards on the ground, averaging 140.0 yards per game, alongside conceding 27 rushing touchdowns this season. In the passing game, they’ve allowed 18 touchdowns and an average of 269.2 yards per game, ranking 130th in the nation. The Blue Devils’ defense has taken the field for 870 plays this season, ranking 113th in Division I. Their defensive performance includes forcing 8 fumbles and securing 13 interceptions. Overall, they have conceded 373 points throughout the season.
Who will emerge victorious in tonight’s Sun Devils versus Blue Devils college football showdown against the spread?
Expert’s Recommendation: Bet on the Sun Devils +3.0
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