Kent State Golden Flashes
American Football NCAAF Glass Bowl Sat 18 Oct 14:00
Toledo Rockets
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  3. Odds
  4. Player Props
  5. Stats
  6. Standings

College Football Betting Preview: Kent State vs Toledo

Kent State go up against Toledo in this NCAAF Week 8 matchup at Glass Bowl, with kickoff scheduled for 14:00 on Saturday 18 October. Our betting preview features expert predictions, picks, the latest betting odds and H2H stats.

Kent State and Toledo to Serve Up Points Frenzy

There’s juice available when it comes to backing Over 51.5 points between Toledo and Kent State. Our betting prediction is priced up at -110 which looks worth taking.

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Toledo Won 52-31 When Teams Last Met

Kent State Golden Flashes have lost three straight road games. In their previous appearance, they recorded a 42-6 home win over Massachusetts Minutemen at Dix Stadium.

Toledo Rockets have enjoyed three straight home wins. In their last game, they lost on the road to Bowling Green Falcons 28-23 at Doyt L. Perry Stadium.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Toledo won the last matchup between the pair. Enjoying a 52-31 triumph when facing Kent State at Glass Bowl.

Kent State vs Toledo Prediction & Picks

This expert Kent State vs Toledo betting breakdown features our match prediction, a correct score pick and a carefully constructed bet builder to guide your wagers.

Game Prediction

You can get -110 that there are Over 51.5 points and there’s plenty of juice in those odds. The two teams should be able to keep the score ticking for our college football pick to win.

The CFB handicappers at Sportsgambler.com always keep close tabs on team news as it develops. We also rely on recent form and key stats to help shape our picks and guide the final call.

Key Kent State vs Toledo stats:

  • The 51.5 line has been covered in 2 of the last 3 Kent State games on the road this season.
  • The 51.5 line has been covered in 6 of the last 10 Kent State games on the road.
  • The 51.5 line has been covered in 2 of the last 3 Toledo games at home this season.
  • The 51.5 line has been covered in 6 of the last 10 Toledo games at home.

Over 51.5 Probability

The top sportsbooks are estimating that there is a 52.4% likelihood of this pick winning. After careful examination, our team calculate this probability to be closer to 60%. This is why we regard this as a value wager.

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Same Game Parlay Picks

Totals Over 51.5
Spread Toledo -26.5
Highest Scoring Half Second Half

Our same game parlay pick is Over 51.5, Toledo -26.5 on the spread and the Second Half to have the most points.

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Correct Score Prediction

Kent State Kent State logo 13 - 48 Toledo logo Toledo

There are some huge returns lying in wait if you can get the correct score right. With this in mind, we’ll have a play on Toledo to enjoy a 48-13 winning scoreline.

Kent State vs Toledo 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.

Books Make Toledo Big Favorites

At betting odds of -3333 with the sportsbooks, Toledo are regarded as 97% likely to win this college game. Kent State are trading at bigger odds than their opponents and they can be backed at +1400.

The spread currently stands at 24.5 and the total points line is 48.5. Football fans love the chance to get an alternative angle by going for a Total wager. The Over 48.5 selection is available to back at -115.

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Player Props & Micro Betting

The gambling sites will have quarterback and player props available for each game. Check out the various betting lines and take a view on whether a player’s Passing Yards or Receiving Yards will be above or below a certain amount.

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Toledo Locked In at Home

Toledo have rattled off three straight wins at Glass Bowl. They own a 7-3 mark in their past 10 home games, putting up 35.10 points per contest and giving up 17.50.

Kent State have endured ten consecutive losses away from home. They have gone 0-10 across their last 10 games games on the road, scoring 8.90 points per contest and conceding 51.00.

The most recent Glass Bowl meeting saw Toledo claim a 52-31 win over Kent State.

Last 10 Games W-L P PF PA O51.5 U51.5
Toledo logo Toledo Home Stats 7-3 52.60 35.10 17.50 5 5
Kent State logo Kent State Away Stats 0-10 59.90 8.90 51.00 6 4
  • W-L = Wins-Losses
  • P = Avg. Points
  • PF = Avg. Points For
  • PA = Avg. Points Against
  • O51.5 = Games Over 51.5 Points
  • U51.5 = Games Under 51.5 Points
Team Stats

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Kent State Golden Flashes logo Kent State Golden Flashes Stats
Toledo Rockets logo Toledo Rockets Stats
Moneyline
  • 2 wins and 8 defeats in the last 10 games
  • 0 wins and 10 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
Moneyline
  • 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games
  • 8 wins and 2 defeats in the last 10 home games
Point Spread
Point Spread
Total Points
Total Points

NCAAF Standings Select Season

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