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The Liberty Bowl is between two geographic neighbors that curiously have more than 100 years without playing against each other. The last Kansas vs Arkansas matchup was in 1906, and they had played before that in 1905. In both games, the Jayhawks were victorious.
So, without further delay, JefeBet brings you the best NCAA sports betting information and predictions, so here is the prediction for the Kansas Jayhawks vs Arkansas Razorbacks match.
Predictions and Betting Preview for the NCAAF Kansas Jayhawks vs Arkansas Razorbacks Liberty Bowl on December 28, 2022
- Where: Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium, Memphis, Tennessee
- When: Wednesday, December 28, 2022, 5:30 PM ET
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Betting on the Kansas Jayhawks
The Kansas Jayhawks return to a collegiate bowl after a 14-year absence. They started the season with flying colors. They were undefeated, but Jalon Daniels, the team’s leader and best player, got injured and was even considered for the Heisman trophy at one point.
With his absence, they lost six games and won one. What could have been a spectacular season ended at a mere 6-6 record. Still, Daniels finished with 1470 yards, 13 touchdowns and only two interceptions—excellent numbers.
Despite their record, they were eligible because they defeated the mighty Oklahoma State Cowboys, one of the best teams in the nation, by a score of 37-16.
Betting on the Arkansas Razorbacks
The Arkansas Razorbacks didn’t start like Kansas did, but they didn’t do too badly either. They were 3-0 until they were defeated by Texas A&M, then Alabama, and then Mississippi State. They had a very tough season.
However, today they return to the Liberty Bowl, which they played in 2016 and won by defeating Kansas State Wildcats 23-45. They know what it’s like to play this game, and they faced stronger teams in the past, so on paper they are the favorites.
They earned their ticket to this bowl by defeating Ole Miss by a score of 42-27, their rivals since 1908. There is not love lost between the two.
JefeBet Prediction
The game is very even; but because of the caliber of the teams Arkansas faced, we believe they will beat Kansas with some trouble. However, they will manage to take the Liberty Bowl for the second time in their history.
This would be the first time the Jayhawks have lost this championship. As they say, third time’s the charm.
Prediction: Kansas 27-35 Arkansas.
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