Nevada vs Western Kentucky Prediction, Picks & Odds | 20 Sep 2025

College Football Betting Preview: Nevada vs Western Kentucky

Nevada clash with Western Kentucky in this NCAAF Week 4 matchup at Houchens Industries-L.T. Smith Stadium, with kickoff scheduled for 19:00 on Saturday 20 September. Our betting preview features expert predictions, picks, the latest betting odds and H2H stats.

WKU to Make Short Work of Nevada

Our prediction is to snap up the -115 that Western Kentucky are able to cover the spread. The favorites are -9.5 in their clash against Nevada and the margin of victory could be a good deal more significant.

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Two Teams Defeated in Last Game

Nevada Wolf Pack were beaten 14-13 at MacKay Stadium in their previous game, being turned over at home to Middle Tennessee State Blue Raiders.

Western Kentucky Hilltoppers have secured back-to-back home victories. Their last game was on the road and a 45-21 loss occurred against Toledo Rockets at Glass Bowl.

Nevada vs Western Kentucky Prediction & Picks

Dive into our Nevada vs Western Kentucky betting tips, featuring an expert match prediction, our best correct score pick and a ready-made bet builder designed for value.

Game Prediction

We expect Western Kentucky to cover the -9.5 line on the spread. This is a good number and that’s why we’re playing the favorites at -115 for this college football matchup.

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Key Nevada vs Western Kentucky stats:

• The -9.5 line has been covered by Western Kentucky in 3 of their last 5 games at home.
• The -9.5 line has been covered by Western Kentucky in 11 of their last 20 games at home.
• The -9.5 line has been covered by Western Kentucky in 2 consecutive games at home.
• The +9.5 line hasn’t been covered by Nevada in 6 of their last 10 games on the road.
• The +9.5 line hasn’t been covered by Nevada in 12 of their last 20 games on the road.
• The +9.5 line hasn’t been covered by Nevada in 2 consecutive games on the road.

WKU -9.5 Probability

Based on the odds from the top betting apps, our pick has a 53.5% chance of landing a return. After careful examination, our team calculate this probability to be closer to 60%. It's therefore regarded as a value wager.

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Correct Score Prediction

Nevada 17 - 34 Western Kentucky

We’re going for the Hilltoppers to win by a 34-17 scoreline, something which is available at massive odds. This speculative bet can provide a big return for a small stake.

Nevada vs Western Kentucky 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.

WKU Big Favorites According to Latest Odds

The Western Kentucky odds have been priced up by the sportsbooks and they are -333 betting favorites to land victory in this college game which means a 77% chance of winning. For those wanting to oppose the market leader, you can get +265 about Nevada.

The spread is currently 9.5, with the total points line at 53.5. A wager on the Totals allows football bettors to use the latest data to good effect. If you want to bet Under 53.5, there are odds of -105.

You can find a wide range of team props and game lines for every college football matchup, with the best sportsbooks creating lots of different options. Explore the pre-game and in-game selections before placing your wagers.

Moneyline

Nevada

+265

WKU

-333

Point Spread

Nevada +9.5

-105

WKU -9.5

-115

Total Points

Under 53.5

-105

Over 53.5

-115

Player Props & Micro Betting

As an alternative to the game lines, check out the player prop bets that are available. It’s especially great if you have a view when it comes to First, Last or Anytime Touchdown Scorer, while there are lots of other player and quarterback options.

Among the various options for wagering on college football, you will find that micro betting is provided. It focuses on short-term in-game outcomes such as whether a touchdown will be scored within the next few minutes.

Western Kentucky Rock Solid at Home

Western Kentucky have posted three consecutive wins at Houchens Industries-L.T. Smith Stadium. They have a 8-2 record in their last 10 home games, putting up 31.10 points on average and giving up 17.20.

Nevada have come up short in six consecutive away outings. They have gone 2-8 across their last 10 games away from home, averaging 16.80 points scored and 30.50 points allowed.

Last 10 Games		W-L	P	PF	PA	O53.5	U53.5
Western Kentucky Home Stats		8-2	48.30	31.10	17.20	4	6
Nevada Away Stats		2-8	47.30	16.80	30.50	4	6

• W-L = Wins-Losses
• P = Avg. Points
• PF = Avg. Points For
• PA = Avg. Points Against
• O53.5 = Games Over 53.5 Points
• U53.5 = Games Under 53.5 Points

Last 5 & H2H

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Nevada Wolf Pack Stats

Western Kentucky Hilltoppers Stats

Moneyline

• 2 wins and 8 defeats in the last 10 games
• 2 wins and 8 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

• +9.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 6 of the last 10 games
• +9.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 4 of the last 10 games on the road

Point Spread

• -9.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 4 of the last 10 games
• -9.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 5 of the last 10 home games

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 49.30 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 47.30 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 53.5: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 games
• Over 53.5 on the Road: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 19.50 pts and allowed 29.80 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 16.80 pts and allowed 30.50 pts in the last 10 games on the road

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 52.80 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 48.30 pts in the previous 10 home games
• Over 53.5: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games
• Over 53.5 at Home: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 26.50 pts and allowed 26.30 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 31.10 pts and allowed 17.20 pts in the last 10 home games

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

Conference USA	W	L	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Delaware Blue Hens	2	1	86	89	-3	2-0	0-1	1W
FIU	2	1	80	71	9	2-0	0-1	1W
Louisiana Tech	2	1	80	37	43	2-0	0-1	1W
New Mexico St	2	1	54	66	-12	2-0	0-1	1L
Western Kentucky	2	1	117	75	42	2-0	0-1	1L
Jacksonville State	1	2	78	82	-4	1-0	0-2	1L
Kennesaw State	1	2	45	79	-34	1-0	0-2	1W
Liberty	1	2	65	64	1	1-0	0-2	2L
M. Tennessee	1	2	38	89	-51	0-1	1-1	1W
Missouri State	1	2	44	121	-77	0-1	1-1	1L
UTEP	1	2	68	72	-4	1-0	0-2	1L
Sam Houston	0	3	65	116	-51	0-1	0-2	3L

Mountain West	W	L	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
UNLV	3	0	106	75	31	2-0	1-0	3W
Fresno State	3	1	141	79	62	2-0	1-1	3W
Hawaii	3	1	89	83	6	3-0	0-1	2W
New Mexico	2	1	84	66	18	1-0	1-1	2W
Utah State	2	1	99	90	9	2-0	0-1	1W
Wyoming	2	1	47	38	9	1-1	1-0	1L
Air Force	1	1	79	62	17	1-0	0-1	1L
Boise State	1	1	58	48	10	1-0	0-1	1W
Colorado State	1	1	42	55	-13	1-0	0-1	1W
San Diego State	1	1	55	36	19	1-0	0-1	1L
Nevada	1	2	44	77	-33	1-1	0-1	1L
San Jose State	0	2	21	54	-33	0-1	0-1	2L