Match Analysis: Colorado Buffaloes vs Delaware Blue Hens – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-09-06
- Time: 7:30 PM UTC
- Location: Folsom Field, Boulder, Colorado
Game Overview
The Colorado Buffaloes, coming off a Week 1 loss, face the Delaware Blue Hens, who are in their first FBS season. Colorado is heavily favored at home, aiming for their first win, while Delaware looks to prove themselves with a strong underdog chip on their shoulder.
Key Factors to Consider
- Colorado struggled offensively in week one despite showing potential, particularly with QB Kaidon Salter adapting to his first start. Delaware carries momentum from a 1-0 start and sports a solid defensive secondary with notable interceptions.
- No direct prior FBS matchups are recorded between Colorado and Delaware, as this is Delaware's first FBS season.
- No significant injuries reported for either team at this time.
- Colorado benefits from home-field advantage at Folsom Field and a motivated coaching staff led by Deion Sanders. Delawareโs transition to FBS and Conference USA membership provide situational motivation but represent a step up in competition.
- Colorado seeks redemption after an opening loss to establish momentum, while Delaware aims to validate their FBS status and pose a competitive challenge despite being large underdogs.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Colorado Buffaloes: -2800, Delaware Blue Hens: 1300 | Colorado Buffaloes to win | โ โ โ โ โ 93% |
| Spread | Colorado Buffaloes: -23.5 -115, Delaware Blue Hens: +23.5 -105 | Colorado Buffaloes to cover -23.5 points | โ โ โ โ โ 85% |
| Over/under | Over: 50.5 -110, Under: 50.5 -110 | Over 50.5 total points | โ โ โ โ โ 70% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Colorado Buffaloes -4% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Over 50.5 24% |
๐ฅ Best Value Pick: Over 50.5 at 24% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 26.5% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Colorado Buffaloes are predicted to win convincingly, covering the large spread despite initial offensive challenges. Delaware will likely put up points to keep the game somewhat competitive but fall short.
Predicted Score: Colorado Buffaloes 32 – Delaware Blue Hens 13