The Kent State Golden Flashes (1-8) host the Bowling Green State Falcons (5-4) on Wednesday night in a battle of two MAC schools. Kent State lost their sixth consecutive game last week, falling to Akron 31-27. They put up a fight, but they’re still searching for their first conference win (0-5). BGSU is coming off of a 24-21 win over Ball State, and now they’ll head back on the road. The Golden Flashes have won each of the past five head-to-head meetings dating back to 2018, but their roster is very different now, so a lot has changed.
Will the Falcons stay hot, or will the Golden Flashes win their first conference matchup?
Bowling Green vs Kent State Betting Odds & Match Details
| Team | Spread | Total | ML |
| Bowling Green | -8.5 (-110) | Over 40.5 (-115) | -320 |
| Kent State | -8.5 (-110) | Under 40.5 (-105) | +255 |
Odds Courtesy of FanDuel, subject to change*
- Fixture: Bowling Green vs Kent State
- Date and Time: November 8, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. EST
- Location: Dix Stadium, Kent, OH
- Weather Forecast: Rain, Partially Cloudy, 51 degrees
Key Stats
Bowling Green
- Points Per Game: 22.4
- Points Allowed Per Game: 24.6
- 3rd Down Efficiency: 32.71%
- 4th Down Efficiency: 60%
- Passing Yards Per Game: 297.7
- Passing Yards Per Attempt: 7.3
- Passing TDs: 24
- Rushing Yards Per Game: 143.2
- Rushing TDs: 12
- Sacks: 21
- Interceptions: 12
Kent State
- Points Per Game: 14.1
- Points Allowed Per Game: 32.8
- 3rd Down Efficiency: 29.55%
- 4th Down Efficiency: 47.62%
- Passing Yards Per Game: 252.0
- Passing Yards Per Attempt: 9.1
- Passing TDs: 15
- Rushing Yards Per Game: 117.2
- Rushing TDs: 6
- Sacks: 9
- Interceptions: 5
Game Prediction
Bowling Green’s defense has carried them to a 5-4 record, meanwhile their offense has lagged behind. The Falcons are facing a really weak team, but it is their conference rivals, which is always important to note. On the road, they’re just 2-3, but they have covered three of their past four road games. Kent State has been the underdog in every game besides one this year, and they didn’t cover their last two home contests. Back the Falcons to assert their dominance here as the Golden Flashes should struggle to put up points.
Final Pick:
Bowling Green -8.5 (-110)
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Lucas Abrenica has worked as a sports betting writer for over three years, with the aim of helping both experienced and casual sports bettors in their decision-making. He uses his own personal background as a bettor to help guide the information and advice in his articles.
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