Match Analysis: Buffalo Bulls vs Akron Zips – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: October 25, 2025
- Time: 5:00 PM UTC
- Location: UB Stadium, Buffalo, NY
Game Overview
Buffalo (4-3, 1st in MAC) faces Akron (2-6, struggling road team) in a MAC matchup with Buffalo as a heavy favorite, despite recent inconsistency in covering spreads. Akron has been poor away from home and historically poor against Buffalo, but recent trends suggest a possible underdog cover.
Key Factors to Consider
- Buffalo offense is mediocre (85th in scoring), but defense is solid (44th in points allowed). Akron ranks near the bottom nationally in most offensive categories.
- Buffalo has won seven straight meetings and covered six of the last seven. However, Akron has covered the spread in the last four meetings; road team has covered in each.
- No significant injuries reported.
- Weather expected to be mild (51Β°F, 0% rain, 6mph wind). No impact on game conditions.
- Buffalo looks to maintain MAC leadership. Akron is trying to avoid a seventh straight loss.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Buffalo -360, Akron +285 | Buffalo | β β β β β 76% |
| Spread | Buffalo -9.5 -110 | Akron +9.5 | β β β ββ 58% |
| Over/under | Over 47.5 -105, Under 47.5 -115 | Under | β β β ββ 55% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Buffalo Bulls -3% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Under 47.5 3% |
π₯ Best Value Pick: Under 47.5 at 3% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 3.3% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Buffalo wins outright but fails to cover the spread once again. Total is projected just under the set O/U due to Akronβs offensive woes.
Predicted Score: Buffalo 24, Akron 17