New Mexico vs Minnesota Prediction, Picks & Odds | 26 Dec 2025
College Football Betting Preview: New Mexico vs Minnesota
New Mexico square off against Minnesota in the Rate Bowl at Chase Field, with kickoff scheduled for 16:30 on Friday, December 26.
We are keeping our prediction simple and backing New Mexico to claim a victory. They should be able to gain the upper hand over Minnesota and the Moneyline offers a tempting +102.
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The New Mexico Lobos (9-3, 1st in Mountain West) extended their winning streak to six games with a 23–17 overtime home victory over the San Diego State Aztecs at University Stadium in Albuquerque last time out.
The Minnesota Golden Gophers (7-5, 7th in Big Ten) come into this game after a 17–7 home victory over the Wisconsin Badgers at Huntington Bank Stadium.
New Mexico vs Minnesota Prediction & Picks
Head into New Mexico vs Minnesota with expert betting insights, including our main match prediction, best correct score pick and a value-driven bet builder. Dive into each section below for more.
Game Prediction
The wager we really like for this college football matchup is New Mexico on the Moneyline. Our pick is trading at +102 and this looks great value out of all the options.
It’s important to know which players are unavailable for the upcoming action along with the current form of each team. If you're after stats, you're in the right place because they form the foundation of our CFB predictions.
Key New Mexico vs Minnesota stats:
New Mexico Moneyline Probability
Based on the odds from the top sportsbooks, our pick has a 49.5% chance of winning. After careful examination, our cappers calculate this probability to be somewhere between 55-60%. It's therefore regarded as a value wager.
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Same Game Parlay Picks
Check out this same game parlay which starts with New Mexico on the moneyline. We’ve also gone for Over 43.5 points and Field Goal as first scoring play.
There are many options when you place a same game parlay. You can go through the football lines and identify your favorite outcomes before combining the odds on the bet slip. Personalised betting doesn’t come any better.
Correct Score Prediction
27
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23
Minnesota
We’ll roll the dice and go for New Mexico to register a 27-23 victory. We don’t think that there will be too much between the teams and we’re happy to take the huge odds.
New Mexico vs Minnesota 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.
Minnesota are available at Moneyline odds of -120, while opponents New Mexico can be backed at +102. From a percentage point-of-view, the leading sportsbooks give the visitors a 50% chance of success.
The current spread is 1.5 and the total points line is 43.5. A Total wager is always available and can often provide value selections. Those who wager Under 43.5 can get -110.
When it comes to college football, the top betting apps deliver a wide variety of game lines and team props. With so many options available, it’s worth taking your time to find the wager that fits your view of the matchup.
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.
Micro betting provides a rollercoaster ride for college football bettors. It can be great to enjoy the live lines, with the opportunity to wager on the Next Scoring Play. Watch the live action before deciding which way to go.
Latest regular season and playoff games stats.
New Mexico Lobos Stats
Minnesota Golden Gophers Stats
- 8 wins and 2 defeats in the last 10 games
- 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
- +1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 8 of the last 10 games
- +1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 5 of the last 10 games on the road
- -1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 5 of the last 10 games
- -1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 9 of the last 10 home games
- Game Totals: An average of 50.00 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals on the Road: An average of 54.60 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
- Over 43.5: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games
- Over 43.5 on the Road: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games on the road
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 28.60 pts and allowed 21.40 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 27.20 pts and allowed 27.40 pts in the last 10 games on the road
- Game Totals: An average of 46.10 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals at Home: An average of 46.50 pts in the previous 10 home games
- Over 43.5: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games
- Over 43.5 at Home: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 home games
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 19.00 pts and allowed 27.10 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 30.80 pts and allowed 15.70 pts in the last 10 home games
| Big Ten | W | L | PF | PA | N. Pts | Home | Away | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Indiana
|
13 | 0 | 545 | 141 | 404 | 7-0 | 6-0 | 13W |
Ohio State
|
12 | 1 | 454 | 106 | 348 | 7-1 | 5-0 | 1L |
Oregon
|
11 | 1 | 458 | 178 | 280 | 6-1 | 5-0 | 6W |
Michigan
|
9 | 3 | 331 | 224 | 107 | 5-1 | 4-2 | 1L |
USC
|
9 | 3 | 438 | 269 | 169 | 7-0 | 2-3 | 1W |
Iowa
|
8 | 4 | 347 | 182 | 165 | 5-2 | 3-2 | 2W |
Illinois
|
8 | 4 | 352 | 279 | 73 | 6-1 | 2-3 | 1W |
Washington
|
8 | 4 | 405 | 233 | 172 | 5-2 | 3-2 | 1L |
|
Minnesota
|
7 | 5 | 279 | 281 | -2 | 7-0 | 0-5 | 1W |
Nebraska
|
7 | 5 | 351 | 276 | 75 | 4-3 | 3-2 | 2L |
Northwestern
|
6 | 6 | 270 | 251 | 19 | 5-2 | 1-4 | 1L |
Penn State
|
6 | 6 | 381 | 257 | 124 | 4-3 | 2-3 | 3W |
Rutgers
|
5 | 7 | 344 | 382 | -38 | 4-3 | 1-4 | 2L |
Wisconsin
|
4 | 8 | 154 | 259 | -105 | 4-3 | 0-5 | 1L |
Maryland
|
4 | 8 | 282 | 318 | -36 | 3-4 | 1-4 | 8L |
Michigan State
|
4 | 8 | 295 | 359 | -64 | 4-3 | 0-5 | 1W |
UCLA
|
3 | 9 | 218 | 401 | -183 | 2-4 | 1-5 | 5L |
Purdue
|
2 | 10 | 225 | 382 | -157 | 2-5 | 0-5 | 10L |
| Mountain West | W | L | PF | PA | N. Pts | Home | Away | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
UNLV
|
10 | 3 | 467 | 375 | 92 | 5-1 | 5-2 | 1L |
|
New Mexico
|
9 | 3 | 335 | 270 | 65 | 6-0 | 3-3 | 6W |
San Diego State
|
9 | 3 | 296 | 151 | 145 | 6-0 | 3-3 | 1L |
Boise State
|
9 | 4 | 408 | 299 | 109 | 6-1 | 3-3 | 3W |
Fresno State
|
8 | 4 | 317 | 241 | 76 | 4-2 | 4-2 | 1W |
Hawaii
|
8 | 4 | 342 | 282 | 60 | 6-1 | 2-3 | 1W |
Utah State
|
6 | 6 | 381 | 339 | 42 | 5-1 | 1-5 | 1L |
Air Force
|
4 | 8 | 358 | 364 | -6 | 2-4 | 2-4 | 1W |
Wyoming
|
4 | 8 | 192 | 246 | -54 | 3-3 | 1-5 | 4L |
Nevada
|
3 | 9 | 211 | 330 | -119 | 2-4 | 1-5 | 1L |
San Jose State
|
3 | 9 | 257 | 390 | -133 | 3-3 | 0-6 | 4L |
Colorado State
|
2 | 10 | 222 | 370 | -148 | 2-5 | 0-5 | 6L |
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