Kent State vs Akron Prediction, Picks & Odds | 11 Nov 2025
College Football Betting Preview: Kent State vs Akron
Kent State face Akron at InfoCision Stadium - Summa Field, with kickoff scheduled for 19:30 on Tuesday, November 11. Our betting preview features expert NCAAF predictions, picks, the latest betting odds and H2H stats.
Our betting prediction is that Akron are going to cover the -5.5 on the spread. You can get -105 that there’s a bigger margin of victory when they clash with Kent State.
Kent State Golden Flashes have suffered a defeat in their previous five road games including a recent 17-13 loss. This occurred at Scheumann Stadium against Ball State Cardinals.
Akron Zips last game was a 44-10 home win. This victory over UMass Minutemen at InfoCision Stadium - Summa Field made it back-to-back victories.
Head-to-Head Statistics
Akron have claimed back-to-back victories over Kent State. At InfoCision Stadium - Summa Field they won 31-27 before winning 38-17 at Dix Stadium. The past 6 clashes between these teams have seen four Kent State wins.
Quarterbacks
Dru DeShields
Ben Finley
Kent State vs Akron Prediction & Picks
We cover the key Kent State vs Akron betting angles, showcasing our expert match prediction, best correct score selection, top player props and a bet builder tailored for value.
Game Prediction
Get with Akron with a -5.5 spread. We’re backing the favorites at odds of -105 to enjoy a solid win in this college football battle.
Injuries are always factored in by the CFB handicappers at Sportsgambler.com. Our predictions are also shaped by recent form, with up-to-date stats playing a key role before any selections are locked in.
Key Kent State vs Akron stats:
Akron -5.5 Probability
The best betting apps imply that our pick has a 51.3% chance of winning. However, our cappers think that the probability sits between 55-60% taking all factors into consideration. It's why we think it’s worth placing this college wager.
If you’re in pursuit of bigger odds, then a Bet Builder could be a way forward. Take Akron to cover the line with additional selections until you’re satisfied with the price.
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Player Prop Picks
The odds for Ben Finley (Akron) to exceed 223.5 passing yards stand at -114. We feel confident that he’ll cover the QB Passing Yards line, which looks generous.
You can place a bet on Kyan Mason (Kent State) at -114 to rack up over 39.5 receiving yards. We can back him in the Player Receiving Yards market and hope the Over hits.
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Same Game Parlay Picks
Take a same game parlay that incorporates Akron to cover the -5.5 spread along with Over 47.5 points. We’ve also gone for Ben Finley (Akron) to go Over 223.5 passing yards.
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Correct Score Prediction
21
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30
Akron
A 30-21 win for Akron is clearly a risky bet although this could be an exciting correct score option where there’s the chance to enjoy a massive potential return.
Kent State vs Akron Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
The sportsbooks’ betting odds have Akron as -294 favorites for this college game, implying that they are 75% likely to win. For those wanting to back Kent State, you will find +235 about the underdogs.
The spread is currently 7.5, with the total points line at 49.5. Football fans love the chance to get an alternative angle by going for a Total wager. Those expecting a low total can back Under 49.5 at -112.
The good news is that you can access a huge selection of team props and game lines for most college football matchups. The top sportsbooks have a massive range of pre-game and in-game wagering options.
Jordan Gant is the First Touchdown Scorer favorite at +340. Alternatively, there’s the opportunity to simply back him to score a TD anytime at -208.
Touchdown
Receiving Yards
Rushing Yards
Passing Yards
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Akron Have Six Wins From Last Ten Home Games
Akron own a 6-4 mark in their past 10 home games, scoring 25.70 points per contest and conceding 19.20.
Kent State have been beaten ten straight times on the road. They have a 0-10 record in their last 10 games away from home, posting 8.80 points per contest while yielding 44.60.
Akron beat Kent State 31-27 when the teams last met at InfoCision Stadium - Summa Field. Across 3 head-to-heads at InfoCision Stadium - Summa Field, Kent State have registered two wins and Akron one.
| Last 10 Games | W-L | P | PF | PA | O47.5 | U47.5 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Akron Home Stats |
6-4 | 44.90 | 25.70 | 19.20 | 5 | 5 | |
 Kent State Away Stats |
0-10 | 53.40 | 8.80 | 44.60 | 6 | 4 | |
- W-L = Wins-Losses
- P = Avg. Points
- PF = Avg. Points For
- PA = Avg. Points Against
- O47.5 = Games Over 47.5 Points
- U47.5 = Games Under 47.5 Points
Latest regular season and playoff games stats.
Kent State Golden Flashes Stats
Akron Zips Stats
- 3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games
- 0 wins and 10 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
- +5.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 5 of the last 10 games
- +5.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 1 of the last 10 games on the road
- -5.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 4 of the last 10 games
- -5.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 5 of the last 10 home games
- Game Totals: An average of 52.10 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals on the Road: An average of 53.40 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
- Over 47.5: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games
- Over 47.5 on the Road: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games on the road
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 16.90 pts and allowed 35.20 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 8.80 pts and allowed 44.60 pts in the last 10 games on the road
- Game Totals: An average of 48.40 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals at Home: An average of 44.90 pts in the previous 10 home games
- Over 47.5: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games
- Over 47.5 at Home: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 home games
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 21.30 pts and allowed 27.10 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 25.70 pts and allowed 19.20 pts in the last 10 home games
| Mid-American | W | L | PF | PA | N. Pts | Home | Away | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Western Michigan
|
9 | 4 | 307 | 237 | 70 | 6-1 | 3-3 | 5W |
Ohio
|
8 | 4 | 344 | 275 | 69 | 6-0 | 2-4 | 2W |
Toledo
|
8 | 4 | 379 | 146 | 233 | 6-0 | 2-4 | 4W |
Central Michigan
|
7 | 5 | 286 | 272 | 14 | 4-1 | 3-4 | 1L |
Miami (OH)
|
7 | 6 | 326 | 286 | 40 | 4-2 | 3-4 | 1L |
|
Akron
|
5 | 7 | 267 | 329 | -62 | 3-3 | 2-4 | 1W |
Buffalo
|
5 | 7 | 288 | 282 | 6 | 2-5 | 3-2 | 3L |
|
Kent State
|
5 | 7 | 255 | 403 | -148 | 3-2 | 2-5 | 1W |
Ball State
|
4 | 8 | 190 | 358 | -168 | 4-1 | 0-7 | 3L |
Eastern Michigan
|
4 | 8 | 289 | 357 | -68 | 3-3 | 1-5 | 1L |
Bowling Green
|
4 | 8 | 246 | 291 | -45 | 3-3 | 1-5 | 1W |
Northern Illinois
|
3 | 9 | 205 | 292 | -87 | 2-4 | 1-5 | 2L |
UMass
|
0 | 12 | 133 | 463 | -330 | 0-6 | 0-6 | 12L |
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