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Pittsburgh Favored at West Virginia for Saturday’s Backyard Brawl on ESPN

Betting markets tilt toward Pitt, reflecting early-season momentum.

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Will West Virginia beat Pittsburgh in the backyward brawl? College football Week 3 predictions, picks, odds preview the game on Sept. 13, 2025.
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - NOVEMBER 4: A Pittsburgh Panthers helmet is seen on the bench in the second half during the game against the Florida State Seminoles at Acrisure Stadium on November 4, 2023 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Justin Berl/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • Kickoff is set for Saturday, Sept. 13 at 3:30 p.m. ET at Milan Puskar Stadium in Morgantown.
  • The game will air on ESPN, with streaming available via Fubo.
  • Secondary-market tickets remained available, with recent starting prices listed around $203–$234 depending on the platform.
  • BetMGM lists Pitt as a 6.5-point favorite at -250 on the moneyline with West Virginia at +200 and a total of 57.5 points, while ESPN’s model gives the Panthers about a 59% win probability.
  • Pitt enters 2-0 after scoring 106 points in two games, whereas West Virginia is 1-1 after a 17-10 loss to Ohio and has lost Jahiem White and Jaden Bray to season-ending injuries.