Akron vs Ball State Prediction, Picks & Odds | 18 Oct 2025

College Football Betting Preview: Akron vs Ball State

Akron lock horns with Ball State in this NCAAF Week 8 matchup at Scheumann Stadium, with kickoff scheduled for 15:30 on Saturday 18 October. Our betting preview features expert predictions, picks, the latest betting odds and H2H stats.

Bet on a Higher Total than the Line Suggests

We think a bet on the totals provides value after finding that the line is set at a generous 42.5 points. Expect Ball State and Akron to surpass this number at -115.

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31-25 Triumph for Ball State in Last H2H

Akron Zips have lost their previous three road outings. In their most recent game, they were turned over 20-7 at home to Miami-Ohio Redhawks at InfoCision Stadium - Summa Field.

Ball State Cardinals have enjoyed two home wins in a row. They were defeated in their last game when losing 42-0 on the road against Western Michigan Broncos.

Head-to-Head Statistics

The scoreline was 31-25 in favor of Ball State when they last played Akron, with the matchup taking place at InfoCision Stadium - Summa Field.

Akron vs Ball State Prediction & Picks

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Game Prediction

These teams are capable of scoring more than 42.5 points in this college football matchup. Therefore, we’re going Over the total line and expect a payout at -115.

Injuries can influence the outcome and our CFB handicappers factor that in alongside the latest form guide. We apply the same approach to the stats to build the clearest picture of how the matchup might unfold.

Key Akron vs Ball State stats:

• The 42.5 line has been covered in the last 6 Akron games on the road.
• The 42.5 line has been covered in 9 of the last 10 Akron games on the road.
• The 42.5 line has been covered in 16 of the last 20 Akron games on the road.
• The 42.5 line has been covered in 4 of the last 5 Ball State games at home.
• The 42.5 line has been covered in 7 of the last 10 Ball State games.

Over 42.5 Probability

The top sportsbooks are estimating that there is a 53.5% likelihood of this pick winning. After careful examination, our experts have this probability close to 60%. It's why we think it’s worth placing this college wager.

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Correct Score Prediction

Akron 20 - 31 Ball State

If you want to achieve a big return from your stake, then it’s worth checking out the correct score lines. Ball State to achieve a 31-20 victory is on offer at massive odds.

Akron vs Ball State Odds

The odds and lines are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the betting predictions and bet builder tips.

Latest Moneyline Odds Suggest a Close-Run Battle

The Moneyline odds about Ball State triumphing is priced at +102 and you can get Akron at -120. The sportsbooks award a 55% probability that the road team will be settled as a winning bet.

The spread currently stands at 2.5 and the total points line is 43.5. Having a bet on the Totals is one of the most popular football wagers. The Over 43.5 selection is available to back at -115.

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Moneyline

Akron

-120

Ball State

+102

Point Spread

Akron -2.5

-105

Ball State +2.5

-115

Total Points

Under 43.5

-105

Over 43.5

-115

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Ball State Sitting on Six Wins in Past Ten at Home

Ball State are 6-4 in their last 10 home games, posting 27.00 points per contest while yielding 24.70.

Akron have suffered three consecutive road defeats. They own a 1-9 mark in their past 10 road games, averaging 14.90 points on offense and surrendering 40.50 on defense.

Last 10 Games		W-L	P	PF	PA	O42.5	U42.5
Ball State Home Stats		6-4	51.70	27.00	24.70	6	4
Akron Away Stats		1-9	55.40	14.90	40.50	9	1

• W-L = Wins-Losses
• P = Avg. Points
• PF = Avg. Points For
• PA = Avg. Points Against
• O42.5 = Games Over 42.5 Points
• U42.5 = Games Under 42.5 Points

Last 5 & H2H

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Akron Zips Stats

Ball State Cardinals Stats

Moneyline

• 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games
• 1 win and 9 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 2 wins and 8 defeats in the last 10 games
• 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 home games

Point Spread

• +1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 4 of the last 10 games
• +1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 1 of the last 10 games on the road

Point Spread

• -1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 2 of the last 10 games
• -1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 6 of the last 10 home games

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 45.50 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 55.40 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 42.5: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games
• Over 42.5 on the Road: Covered in 9 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 19.20 pts and allowed 26.30 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 14.90 pts and allowed 40.50 pts in the last 10 games on the road

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 53.20 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 51.70 pts in the previous 10 home games
• Over 42.5: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games
• Over 42.5 at Home: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 18.50 pts and allowed 34.70 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 27.00 pts and allowed 24.70 pts in the last 10 home games

NCAAF Standings Select Season 2025/20262024/20252023/20242022/20232021/20222020/20212019/2020

Mid-American	W	L	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Buffalo	4	3	179	149	30	2-2	2-1	2W
Central Michigan	4	3	158	179	-21	2-0	2-3	1W
Miami (OH)	4	3	182	154	28	2-1	2-2	4W
Ohio	4	3	206	177	29	4-0	0-3	1W
Toledo	4	3	247	100	147	4-0	0-3	1W
Western Michigan	4	3	160	124	36	3-1	1-2	4W
Ball State	3	4	124	217	-93	3-0	0-4	1W
Bowling Green	3	4	140	179	-39	3-1	0-3	1L
Kent State	2	5	125	271	-146	2-1	0-4	1L
Akron	2	6	145	245	-100	2-2	0-4	2L
Eastern Michigan	2	6	196	268	-72	2-1	0-5	1L
Northern Illinois	1	6	86	170	-84	1-2	0-4	6L
Massachusetts	0	7	79	249	-170	0-4	0-3	7L