College Football Week 8: Predictions, Picks, and Odds for Nebraska vs Indiana

• Nebraska grapples with Indiana in Big Ten College Football in Week 8
• The latest Nebraska vs Indiana odds favor the Hoosiers by 6.5 points
• Read below for Nebraska vs Indiana prediction, picks and odds

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The college football world enjoys great Fall weather, and on Saturday, October 19, 2024, fans get just that. Now, the Nebraska Cornhuskers take on the Indiana Hoosiers in the Big Ten.

This game marks both teams’ fourth conference game of the season. Indiana is 3-0 in conference, while Nebraska is 2-1.

The Indiana Hoosiers entertain the Nebraska Cornhuskers as 6.5-point favorites, with the over/under set at 50.5 points, according to BetMGM Sportsbook. The game will be on FOX, with kickoff scheduled promptly for Noon EDT.

Nebraska vs Indiana Prediction

Nebraska and Matt Rhule face consecutive tests the next couple of Saturdays after having a week off. The 5-1 Cornhuskers travel both weeks to face ranked teams. Next week, an angry Ohio State looms, but first, Nebraska tangles with an undefeated Indiana Hoosiers team that is going for its seventh win of the 2024 season. Curt Cignetti has an entertaining Hoosiers team that plays a little defense, too.

The Hoosiers have an accomplished passing game led by Kurtis Rourke. Rourke leads the conference with 14 touchdowns and a 14.9 yards per completion mark. He also has thrown for 1,752 yards and is flanked by several excellent wide receivers, including Omar Cooper Jr. (3 TD, 20.8 yards per catch) and Elijah Saratt, who leads the team with 513 receiving yards.

Best QBRs nationally:

Navy’s Blake Horvath 92.8
IU’s Kurtis Rourke 91.9
UM’s Cam Ward 91.8
Army’s Bryson Daily 88.6
Clemson’s Cade Klubnik 88.4
Ohio St.’s Will Howard 87.7
PSU’s Drew Allar 87.1
Texas St.’s Jordan McCloud 86.8
Baylor’s Sawyer Robertson 85.4
Oregon Dillon Gabriel…

— Brian Edwards (@vegasbedwards) October 17, 2024

Rourke, a sixth-year Senior, has plenty of options to find in the offense, including Ke’Shawn Williams, who leads the receivers with four touchdowns. One of the more surprising aspects of the Indiana offense is that they do average 200 yards a gain on the ground.

Indiana Run And Gun

Yes, Ty Son Lawton and Justice Ellison can be a matchup nightmare. The two have combined for 738 yards and 13 touchdowns. Indiana’s offensive line is garnering praise much like the old-school Ohio State and Michigan lines people are used to from yesteryear.

The Indiana Hoosiers can put points up on the board, averaging 47.5 a contest. Their balance is reasonable as Rourke averages a hair less than 29 passes a game while the rushing attack averages 38 runs a game.

The one worry with Indiana is the same as Penn State from last week. Nebraska can play ugly enough to keep a game close. Indiana should benefit from unseasonably warm Fall weather and be able to play at their pace.

I’m predicting an Indiana win and an Indiana cover. The Hoosiers can run their record to 9-0 before Michigan and Ohio State. Indiana has scored 125 points in three conference games. They may score fewer on Saturday, but not by much.

Nebraska-Indiana Pick:

• Indiana -6.5 (-110)

Nebraska vs Indiana Spread

College football Week 8 spreads are out for Nebraska vs Indiana and for several other marquee games this weekend.

The First Half Spread Is 3.5

A pick to consider would be the first-half spread. Indiana at 3.5 at -108 is a solid number. We think the Hoosiers will take a four-point or greater lead going into halftime.

Nebraska vs Indiana Odds

Indiana is favored by 6.5 points with -244 moneyline odds, implying a 70.9% win probability. Nebraska are now +200 underdogs, representing just a 33.33% chance to win, per the oddsmakers.

The total is set at 50.5 points, with even -110 juice for each side. This suggests some room for more points because of Indiana. Nebraska can score some points (24 against Illinois a few weeks back).

Odds as of October 18, 2024, at Bet365 Sportsbook. Browse the best College Football betting app for Nebraska-Indiana.

Some notable line movement: This game ranged mostly in the 6.5 to 7-point range. The spread money tilts to Nebraska on the spread with 66% of the betting percentage and 55% of the dollars.

Bettors do seem to like Indiana here, as the dollars are slowly starting to head to the Hoosiers.

The Hoosiers are 5-1 ATS and are 5-0-1 in some circles, as the opener had a 24 to 24.5-point spread.

Nebraska vs Indiana Head to Head

The programs have met 22 times previously, with three in the 21st Century:

• Oct 1, 2022: Nebraska 35, Indiana 21 
• Oct 26, 2019: Indiana 38, Nebraska 31 
• Sep 15, 2016: Nebraska 27, Indiana 22

Their most recent meeting in 2022 was unlike the 2019 classic, where Indiana outlasted Nebraska late. Typically, these games feature a little more offense than most expect.

Sometimes, these games with unseasonably nice Fall Midwest weather turn into instant classics. Again, that 2019 contest comes to mind immediately. Can Indiana continue to roll on Saturday? We will all find out.

College football fans are gearing up for an exciting matchup in Week 8 as the Nebraska Cornhuskers take on the Indiana Hoosiers. Both teams are coming off of tough losses and will be looking to bounce back with a win.

Nebraska comes into this game with a record of 3-4, while Indiana sits at 2-5. Despite their losing records, both teams have shown flashes of potential throughout the season and will be looking to put it all together on Saturday.

The Cornhuskers are led by quarterback Adrian Martinez, who has thrown for over 1,500 yards and 10 touchdowns this season. Martinez is a dual-threat quarterback who can beat defenses with both his arm and his legs. Look for him to be a key player in Nebraska’s offensive game plan against Indiana.

On the other side of the ball, Indiana will be relying on their defense to slow down Martinez and the Cornhuskers’ offense. The Hoosiers have struggled defensively this season, allowing an average of 31 points per game. They will need to tighten up their defense if they want to have a chance at stopping Nebraska.

In terms of predictions, this game is shaping up to be a close one. Both teams have struggled at times this season, but have also shown flashes of potential. The odds currently have Nebraska as a slight favorite, but anything can happen in college football.

If you’re looking to place a bet on this game, keep an eye on the odds and make sure to do your research before making a decision. College football can be unpredictable, so it’s always best to be informed before placing a wager.

Overall, this matchup between Nebraska and Indiana has the potential to be a high-scoring affair with plenty of excitement. Be sure to tune in on Saturday to see which team comes out on top in what should be a thrilling game of college football.