Louisville Cardinals vs. Washington Huskies 12/31/24 – A fascinating clash is presented in the Sun Bowl Game between the Washington Huskies (6-6) and the Louisville Cardinals (8-4). The spotlight is on Washington, whose hope is to recover from a dismal, final game of the season, while Louisville is on a roll, having won four out of their last five. The contrasting approaches should make for a great contest in what promises to be an intriguing showdown at Sun Bowl, El Paso, Texas, on Tuesday, December 31, 2024, starting at 2:00 PM (ET). This match will be shown live on CBS, giving the supporters a good way to finish the year.
Louisville Cardinals vs. Washington Huskies 12/31/24
| When: | Tuesday, December 31, 2024, at 2:00 PM ET |
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| Where: | Sun Bowl, El Paso, Texas |
| TV: | CBS |
| Stream: | Sofascore |
| Team | SP/RL | TOTAL | ML | |
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| Cardinals | -2.5 (-110) | 49.5 Over (-105) | -135 |  |
| Huskies | +2.5 (-110) | 49.5 Under (-115) | +115 | |
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Louisville enters as the slight favorites with a moneyline of -135 and a spread of -2.5. The Cardinals’ recent form makes them a tempting pick, while Washington’s +115 moneyline offers value for those betting on an upset. The total points line of 49.5 suggests a balanced game, with Louisville’s offensive explosiveness and Washington’s defensive trends potentially dictating the pace.
Tyler Shough QB vs. Will Rogers QB
Tyler Shough has been instrumental in the achievements of Louisville as he has managed to throw for a total of 3,195 yards and scored 23 passing touchdowns. Additionally, his deep throw ability is best demonstrated by his 86-yard touchdown pass, which shows how well he can throw the football. But at times he does throw interceptions and seems to be prone to the odd sack, and these could be some weaknesses which Washington’s defense may try to capitalize on.
On the one hand, Shough has been Washington’s backbone by throwing for 3,697 yards since he joined. Rogers is also Washington’s top scorer during this period with 23 touchdown passes to his name. He has better statistics than Shough in terms of completion rate and passer rating, which helps him to be much faster. Prescott also threw 10 interceptions and failed to command his team in pressured situations, This seems to be the area which Shough needs to improve on, especially for the sake of the Huskies.
Louisville’s Balanced Offense Sets the Tone
The Cardinals have hit their stride after capturing four of their last five games. Isaac Brown has been brilliant, rushing for 1,074 yards and scoring eleven touchdowns, while Ja’Corey Brooks provides a receiving threat with one thousand and thirteen yards and nine touchdowns. The combination of their running and passing game has proved too much for teams such as Kentucky and Pittsburgh, which will put tremendous pressure on Washington’s defense.
Washington’s Struggles and Opportunities
Washington’s rhythm has been problematic, since out of the last five games, they have only won two and suffered a heavy 49-21 loss to Oregon. But players like Jonah Coleman, who was a 1000-yard rusher, and Denzel Boston, who had nine receiving touchdowns, are bringing hope for the Huskies. That win against USC shows they can rise to the occasion, but their defense has been an issue the entire season.
Trends
Louisville Cardinals Betting Trends
Louisville is 3-6 ATS in their last 9 games.
The total has gone OVER in 12 of Louisville’s last 17 games.
Louisville is 4-1 SU in their last 5 games.
Washington Huskies Betting Trends
Washington is 2-4 ATS in their last 6 games.
The total has gone UNDER in 12 of Washington’s last 17 games.
Washington is 1-6 ATS in their last 7 games as underdogs.
Louisville Cardinals vs. Washington Huskies Betting Prediction
Louisville’s combined offensive strength, as well as their form puts them as favorites entering this matchup. The offensive might of the Cardinals on the ground and in the air should be enough to get the better of a wobbly Washington defense. On the flip side, Washington’s status as the underdog can be enough to spark a good show from them, but the case of their inconsistency is worrying.
In terms of betting, Louisville -2.5 is a good bet considering the form that they are in, while the total of 49.5 looks to lean slightly towards UNDER because of the offensive strength of Louisville. Alternatively, prop bets on Isaac Brown’s rushing yards or Tyler Shough’s touchdown passes bets can bring some value.
Score Prediction: Louisville Cardinals 34, Washington Huskies 24.
Hilbert Mayer
Sports Writer
Hilbert Mayer is a professional sports writer, betting analyst, and content strategist with over 15 years of experience in the sports industry. Before focusing on sports betting analysis and handicapping, Hilbert worked as a sports writer for various news outlets, covering everything from game recaps to in-depth matchup features. Today, he specializes in MLB, NFL, March Madness, and UFC betting, combining his journalistic background with deep statistical expertise and real-world betting insights. His proven track record, sharp reads, and ability to break down complex matchups make him a trusted voice among both casual bettors and seasoned sharps.
Published on: December 31, 2024
Last updated: March 31, 2025