The Wolfpack will play the Wildcats on Thursday, December 28th, 2023, in the annual Pop-Tarts Bowl event. The matchup takes place at Camping World Stadium. Check local listings for coverage on ESPN, ESPN+.
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Table of Contents
- Matchup Stats
- Paddy O'Parlay
- Best Odds
- Interactive Odds Example
- Prop Bets
- Recent Meetings
- Team Standings
- Futures Odds
- Team Pages
- Team Schedules & Results
- Other Games Today
Key Matchup Stats
The college football bowls have arrived, with NC State and Kansas State scheduled to play at the 2023 Pop-Tarts Bowl held at Camping World Stadium. Be sure to bet before the game kicks off on Thursday, December 28th, 2023. Carefully review how each team has played this season before placing a bet. We've compiled some key performance stats for each team from the 2023 college football regular season below.
- SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings - At the conclusion of the 2023 regular season, NC State had a 97.00 ACC Conference conference power ranking. Their Pop-Tarts Bowl opponent, Kansas State, had a 97.00 Big 12 Conference power ranking.
- Away NC State - Heading into this bowl game, NC State has a 4-1 record as an away team. This ranked them 2nd in the ACC Conference for away team wins in 2023.
- Home Kansas State - Kansas State has a 6-1 record as a home team for 2023. They finished the regular season ranked 1st in the Big 12 Conference for home team wins.
- Points Scored - At the end of the 2023 regular season, NC State ranked 9th (322) in the ACC Conference, with Kansas State winding up 3rd (454) for points scored in the Big 12 Conference.
- Points Against - NC State comes to this bowl game ranked 11th (242) in the ACC Conference for points scored by opponents in the 2023 college football season. Meanwhile, Kansas State ranked 13th (254) in the Big 12 Conference for points against them during the 2023 college football season.
- Team Records - NC State finished the 2023 regular season with a 9-3 overall record, with Kansas State tallying a 8-4 standing.
Paddy O'Parlay
The "Sports Network" talking heads have nothing on my Irish arse!
Get ready for an electrifying clash as NC State battles Kansas State in the 2023 Pop-Tarts Bowl on December 28th! The thrilling showdown will take place at the vibrant Camping World Stadium. Brace yourself for a wild ride, folks!
Both teams enter this high-stakes game with equal power rankings of 97.00 according to SportsBetting3.com. It's anyone's game!
NC State closed the regular season with an impressive record of 9-3, while Kansas State landed at a commendable 8-4. Expect sparks to fly as these two talented squads clash on the field.
If you're feeling the excitement, we recommend placing a bowl game wager at BetWay, BetMGM, or BetRivers. Compare the best point spread, total, and moneylines from our partner sportsbooks below. Don't miss this final chance to bet on 2023 college football!
The Pop-Tarts Bowl promises to be a spectacular event, showcasing the finest talents of NC State and Kansas State. Prepare for a nail-biting showdown at Camping World Stadium on December 28th. Be there or be square!
Best Wolfpack at Wildcats Odds
| Underdog NC State | Favorite Kansas State |
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| Over | Under |
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| Underdog NC State | Favorite Kansas State |
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Matchup Odds FAQs
Kansas State is a -3 -105 point spread favorite at BetMGM, while NC State is a +3 -115 point spread underdog at BetMGM.
The best over line is 48.5 -115 points at BetMGM, which means you risk $115 to win $100 betting the over. The best under line is 48.5 -105 points at BetMGM, and that means you risk $105 to win $100 betting the under.
Kansas State is a -145 moneyline favorite at BetMGM and NC State is a +120 moneyline underdog at BetMGM.
College Football Odds Example
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NC State
Kansas State
12/28/23 5:45pm EST | +3 -115-3 -105 |
Underdog NC State - NC State bettors risk $100 to win $86.96 at -115 odds.
A +3 NC State underdog bet wins if they lose by 2 or fewer, tie, or win outright. The bet pushes if they lose by 3. Your bet loses if they lose by 4 or more.
Favorite Kansas State - Kansas State bettors risk $100 to win $95.24 at -105 odds.
A -3 Kansas State favorite bet wins if they win by 4 or more. The bet pushes if they win by 3. Your bet loses if they win by 2 or fewer, tie, or lose outright.
NC State at Kansas State Prop Bets
Important Note: Some states expressly forbid individual college athlete prop bets. The following wagers may not be available depending on your particular state laws.
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NC State
Kansas State
First Team To Score
12/28/23 5:45pm EST | +105-135Bet |
NC State
Kansas State
No Touchdown
To Score 1st Touchdown
12/28/23 5:45pm EST | +100-145+10000Bet |
NC State
Kansas State
Game to Overtime
12/28/23 5:45pm EST | Yes +875No -5000Bet |
NC State
Kansas State
Both Teams Score 10+
12/28/23 5:45pm EST | Yes -1000No +550Bet |
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NC State
Kansas State
Both Teams Score 20+
12/28/23 5:45pm EST | Yes -105No -120Bet |
NC State
Kansas State
Both Teams Score 30+
12/28/23 5:45pm EST | Yes +650No -1200Bet |
Recent Meetings Since 2019
| Week | Game | Result | Margin |
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| 2023 Bowls | NC State vs Kansas State Thursday, December 28th, 2023 Pop-Tarts Bowl | KSU 28, NCSU 19 Camping World Stadium | Kansas State by 9 |
Team Standings
| Team | Conf | Conf% | W | L | PF | PA | Home | Away | Strk |
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| ACC | |||||||||
| #21 NC State | 6-2 | 0.750 | 9 | 4 | 341 | 270 | 5-2 | 4-1 | L1 |
| Big 12 | |||||||||
| #18 Kansas State | 6-3 | 0.667 | 9 | 4 | 482 | 273 | 6-1 | 2-3 | W1 |
NC State & Kansas State Futures Odds
Latest NCAA Championship odds, if available, for each team. Review odds for other teams and learn the best College Football bets.
NC State Championship OddsNo NCAA College Football Championship TM NC State YR: futures available
Kansas State Championship OddsNo NCAA College Football Championship TM Kansas State YR: futures available
NC State & Kansas State Team Pages
Review each team's season schedule and results, season win total odds, futures odds, betting bonuses and other valuable information on our exclusive team betting odds pages. Team betting odds and stats update throughout the season:
Team Schedules & Results
| Week | Matchup | Date & Result |
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| Week 1 | NC State vs UConn | NCSU 24, CONN 14 Thursday, August 31st, 2023 |
| Week 2 | Notre Dame vs NC State | ND 45, NCSU 24 Saturday, September 9th, 2023 |
| Week 3 | VMI vs NC State | NCSU 45, VMI 7 Saturday, September 16th, 2023 |
| Week 4 | NC State vs Virginia | NCSU 24, UVA 21 Friday, September 22nd, 2023 |
| Week 5 | Louisville vs NC State | LOU 13, NCSU 10 Friday, September 29th, 2023 |
| Week 6 | Marshall vs NC State | NCSU 48, MRSH 41 Saturday, October 7th, 2023 |
| Week 7 | NC State vs Duke | DUKE 24, NCSU 3 Saturday, October 14th, 2023 |
| Week 9 | Clemson vs NC State | NCSU 24, CLEM 17 Saturday, October 28th, 2023 |
| Week 10 | Miami (FL) vs NC State | NCSU 20, MIA 6 Saturday, November 4th, 2023 |
| Week 11 | NC State vs Wake Forest | NCSU 26, WAKE 6 Saturday, November 11th, 2023 |
| Week 12 | NC State vs Virginia Tech | NCSU 35, VT 28 Saturday, November 18th, 2023 |
| Week 13 | North Carolina vs NC State | NCSU 39, UNC 20 Saturday, November 25th, 2023 |
| Bowls | NC State vs Kansas State Pop-Tarts Bowl | KSU 28, NCSU 19 Thursday, December 28th, 2023 |
| Week | Matchup | Date & Result |
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| Week 1 | Southeast Missouri State vs Kansas State | KSU 45, SEMO 0 Saturday, September 2nd, 2023 |
| Week 2 | Troy vs Kansas State | KSU 42, TROY 13 Saturday, September 9th, 2023 |
| Week 3 | Kansas State vs Missouri | MIZ 30, KSU 27 Saturday, September 16th, 2023 |
| Week 4 | UCF vs Kansas State | KSU 44, UCF 31 Saturday, September 23rd, 2023 |
| Week 6 | Kansas State vs Oklahoma State | OKST 29, KSU 21 Friday, October 6th, 2023 |
| Week 7 | Kansas State vs Texas Tech | KSU 38, TTU 21 Saturday, October 14th, 2023 |
| Week 8 | TCU vs Kansas State | KSU 41, TCU 3 Saturday, October 21st, 2023 |
| Week 9 | Houston vs Kansas State | KSU 41, HOU 0 Saturday, October 28th, 2023 |
| Week 10 | Kansas State vs Texas | TEX 33, KSU 30 (OT) Saturday, November 4th, 2023 |
| Week 11 | Baylor vs Kansas State | KSU 59, BAY 25 Saturday, November 11th, 2023 |
| Week 12 | Kansas State vs Kansas | KSU 31, KU 27 Saturday, November 18th, 2023 |
| Week 13 | Iowa State vs Kansas State | ISU 42, KSU 35 Saturday, November 25th, 2023 |
| Bowls | NC State vs Kansas State Pop-Tarts Bowl | KSU 28, NCSU 19 Thursday, December 28th, 2023 |
How to Bet on the Game
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How to Bet on the NC State vs Kansas State College Football Game
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Open a new sports betting account before game time.
Review our list of sports betting sites. Open a new account before the game starts on Thursday, December 28th, 2023 at 5:45 pm EST, making sure to enter all your personal details correctly. Don't forget to add your bonus code.
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Visit the sportsbook’s cashier, banking, or deposit page.
Navigate to the sportsbook's deposit page. Use your Visa card or MasterCard, or deposit with a bank transfer, or other methods like Paypal.
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Tap to the sportsbook's College Football page, look for the NC State vs Kansas State Game.
Navigate to the sportsbook's College Football page. Next, look for live or upcoming matchups. Select the NC State vs Kansas State Game.
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Choose your bet and place a wager.
Choose your bet and then use the funds you deposited to place a wager. The sportsbook will pay your winnings or deduct a losing wager from your account balance after the game.