- Kent State takes on Buffalo in MAAC College Football in Week 14
- The latest Kent State vs Buffalo odds favor the Bulls by 21 points
- Read below for Akron vs Kent State prediction, picks and odds
On Tuesday, November 26, 2024, college football fans feast on even more MAC-tion. Next up, the Kent State Golden Flashes face off against the Buffalo Bulls to start the night off. It is the opener of a doubleheader.
This game brings us to a dilemma. Can Kent State win a game this season? They are 0-11. Buffalo rolls in at 7-4 and is a whopping three-touchdown favorite on Tuesday night.
The Buffalo Bulls are trying to find a path to the MAC title game with the over/under set at 49 points, according to DraftKings Sportsbook. The game will be streamed on ESPN+ with kickoff scheduled promptly for 7:00 p.m. ET.
Kent State vs Buffalo Prediction
Live betting has not been kind to Kent State or ATS, for that matter. Yes, the Golden Flashes have been 3-8 ATS and 3-7 when installed as underdogs. Kent State has descended into easy-win territory for opposing schools in the MAC. Just three years ago, they went to a bowl game. It has been a calamitous ride downward since.
As previously mentioned, Kent State has covered three times and all by three points or less. The other games have seen some colossal failures in their defense. Last week, the Golden Flashes lost to Akron by 21 at home, and honestly, it could have been by more. The team is 133rd in college football in points for and 134th in points against. Their -29.7 point-per-game differential ranks dead last among every Division 1 school.
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Kent State is under the hot seat, particularly Kenni Burns. He faces on and considerable off-the-field problems while Buffalo’s Pete Lembo has put together a nice season for the Bulls. Buffalo was 3-9 last year and expects to be at least 8-4 after 12 games. That is a nice improvement.
Buffalo Wants Win Number Eight
Now, this game has some added pressure for Buffalo. The Bulls want to get their sixth win in the conference. The good news is that the weather should not be an issue on Tuesday night. Buffalo remains mathematically alive for the MAC title. They must win and then hope for tons of health. Several losses are needed as tiebreakers are not much on the side of the Bulls. However, as fans and experts say, there is at least a chance.
The Buffalo Bulls won their third straight game, beating Eastern Michigan 37-20 last week. Here is a look.
The only concern for Buffalo may be getting too far ahead of themselves when it comes to scoreboard watching. Kent State is on such a freewill that when the Golden Flashes rolled over last week, it was telling.
I’m predicting a Buffalo cover and win. This may not be much, but Buffalo wants to make a statement.
Kent State-Buffalo Pick:
- Buffalo -21 (-110)
Kent State vs Buffalo Spread
College football Week 14 spreads are here for Kent State vs Buffalo, and the MAC doubleheader begins at 7:00 p.m. ET
Watch For Alternate Spreads And Totals
Yes, Buffalo could score around 40 points on Tuesday night. See where that first quarter and first-half spread end up.
Kent State vs Buffalo Odds
Buffalo is favored by 21 points with -1350 moneyline odds, implying a 93.1% win probability for the Bulls. Kent State are now +800 underdogs, representing a 11.11% chance to win, per the oddsmakers.
The total is set at 49 points, with some -108 value for the under. This comes down to can Buffalo score around 40 points. It may be that simple.
| Team | Spread | Moneyline | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kent State | +21 (-108) | +800 | Over 49 (-112) |
| Buffalo | -21 (-112) | -1350 | Under 49 (-108) |
Odds as of November 25, 2024, at DraftKings Sportsbook. Browse the best College Football betting app for Kent State-Buffalo.
Some notable line movement: This game spanned from the 20.5 to 21.5-point range. The spread money expects to continue to trend toward Buffalo on Tuesday night.
Kent State vs Buffalo Head to Head
The programs have met 29 times in their history, with the last four results going as follows:
- Oct 21, 2023: Buffalo 24, Kent State 6
- Nov 26, 2022: Kent State 30, Buffalo 27 (OT)
- Oct 9, 2021: Kent State 48, Buffalo 38
- Nov 28, 2020: Buffalo 70, Kent State 41
The last two meetings have been different to say the least. Expect Al-Jay Henderson to run the ball a lot as Kent State yields 266 yards and six yards per carry. C.J. Ogbonna should be able to find open receivers with Kent State trying to find ways to stop the run.
Bluntly, expecting the expected is okay here. Buffalo figures to score early and often in a resounding win at home Tuesday.
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The Kent State Golden Flashes will face off against the Buffalo Bulls in an exciting college basketball matchup on Tuesday, November 26th. Both teams are coming off strong performances in their previous games and will be looking to continue their winning streaks.
Kent State is currently 4-1 on the season and is coming off a dominant 87-72 victory over the Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons. The Golden Flashes have been led by senior guard Antonio Williams, who is averaging 18.2 points per game and shooting an impressive 46.2% from three-point range. Kent State also boasts a strong defense, holding opponents to just 63.6 points per game.
On the other hand, Buffalo is 3-1 on the season and is coming off a thrilling 88-86 overtime victory over the Harvard Crimson. The Bulls have been led by junior guard Jayvon Graves, who is averaging 19.8 points per game and shooting 52.2% from the field. Buffalo also has a high-powered offense, averaging 83.5 points per game.
In terms of betting lines, Buffalo is currently favored by 4.5 points in this matchup. The over/under for total points scored is set at 152.5. Both teams have been playing well recently, so this game could go either way. However, with Buffalo’s high-scoring offense and home-court advantage, they may have the edge in this matchup.
Overall, this game is shaping up to be an exciting and competitive matchup between two talented teams. Fans can expect a fast-paced and high-scoring game with plenty of highlight-reel plays. It will be interesting to see which team comes out on top in this showdown between Kent State and Buffalo.