Tony the Tiger Sun Bowl: Arizona State Sun Devils vs Duke Blue Devils Betting Pick & Prediction for 12/31

College Football Preview

The Tony the Tiger Sun Bowl is set for an exciting game on December 31, 2025. The Arizona State Sun Devils will travel to El Paso, Texas, to take on the Duke Blue Devils at the Sun Bowl. The game will be broadcast live on CBS at 2:00 PM.

Arizona State ended the regular season with an 8-4 record. They finished 6-3 in the Big 12. Their last postseason game was a close loss to the Texas Longhorns in the College Football Playoff Quarterfinal. Duke also finished strong with an 8-5 record and went 7-2 in the Atlantic Coast Conference. In their last postseason appearance, they fell to Ole Miss in the TaxSlayer Gator Bowl.

Arizona State Team Preview

The Arizona State Sun Devils had an up-and-down season in 2025. Their recent games include a win against Colorado Buffaloes, 42-17, showcasing strong rushing with 355 yards. However, they struggled in their last game against Arizona Wildcats, losing 23-7 with only 12 first downs.

Arizona State’s offense ranks 70th in points for, with 296 points in the 2025 season. Their rushing game is stronger, ranked 32nd with 2,319 yards. Sam Leavitt led the team in passing with 1,628 yards, though he is now out with a foot injury.

The Sun Devils face several injuries heading into their next game. Key players like Sam Leavitt and Raleek Brown are out, affecting their offensive strength. With multiple players listed as questionable, the team’s depth will be tested.

Tony the Tiger Sun Bowl: Arizona State vs Duke Game Day Info

  • Sport: NCAA Football
  • Teams: Arizona State Sun Devils vs. Duke Blue Devils
  • Venue: Sun Bowl in El Paso, TX
  • Date: Wednesday, December 31, 2025
  • Betting Odds: Arizona State +103, Duke -123

Duke Team Preview

The Duke Blue Devils have seen a strong performance in their recent games. They secured victories against Virginia, Wake Forest, and North Carolina. Their offense has been effective, with a standout game against Wake Forest, scoring 49 points.

In the 2025 season, Duke’s offense has been ranked 6th in passing yards. Darian Mensah has been a key player, ranking 1st in the league for passing yards. The team has also seen contributions from top receivers like Cooper Barkate and Que’Sean Brown.

Duke’s defense has had challenges, ranking 142nd in points against. They have been effective in creating turnovers, ranking 14th in interceptions and 7th in fumbles recovered. The team faces injury concerns, with several players listed as questionable, which could impact their upcoming games.

BTB Betting Pick

For the spread pick, Duke is favored by 1.5 points with odds of -112. Duke’s offense ranks 15th in points scored this season, while Arizona State ranks 70th. With Duke’s strong offensive performance, picking Duke to cover the spread seems reasonable. The projected score is Duke 28, Arizona State 24.

The total for the game is set at 49.5 points. Duke’s offense ranks 6th in passing yards, and Arizona State’s defense ranks 93rd in points allowed. This suggests a high-scoring game. The projected total is 52 points, so the recommendation is to take the over.