Match Analysis: Ohio Bobcats vs Northern Illinois Huskies – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-10-18
- Time: 7:30 PM UTC
- Location: Frank Solich Field at Peden Stadium, Athens, Ohio
Game Overview
The Ohio Bobcats (3-3) host the Northern Illinois Huskies (1-5) in a Mid-American Conference matchup. Ohio is a heavy favorite both on the moneyline and spread, with strong home performance and recent defensive solidity, while Northern Illinois struggles with form and offensive production.
Key Factors to Consider
- Ohio holds a 3-3 record with competitive performances, including strong defense allowing an average of just around 20 points per game recently, while Northern Illinois suffers a 1-5 record and is in a five-game losing streak, with limited offensive output averaging low points per game recently.
- The last three meetings show a slight edge to Northern Illinois with 2 wins, but recent trends favor Ohio at home. The previous season game was a 23-13 Northern Illinois victory, but current form strongly favors Ohio.
- No major injury information reported affecting starting lineups significantly for either team; key skill position players expected to play.
- Playing at Ohio's home stadium in Athens provides a solid home crowd advantage. Northern Illinois has shown resilience as a road underdog historically but current form and environment reduce that edge.
- Ohio seeks to improve to a winning record and rebound after a narrow loss; Northern Illinois tries to break their losing streak but motivation is tempered by poor season start and away conditions.
Odds and Predictions
Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
---|---|---|---|
Moneyline | Ohio Bobcats -440, Northern Illinois Huskies +340 | Ohio Bobcats | β β β β β 85% |
Spread | Ohio Bobcats -10.5 (-115), Northern Illinois Huskies +10.5 (-105) | Ohio Bobcats -10.5 | β β β β β 75% |
Over/under | Over 41.5 -108, Under 41.5 -112 | Under 41.5 | β β β β β 70% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
Market | EV Pick |
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Moneyline | Ohio Bobcats 1% |
Spread | N/A |
Over/Under | Under 41.5 14% |
π₯ Best Value Pick: Under 41.5 at 14% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 15.2% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Ohio to win outright and cover the -10.5 spread; also expect a lower-scoring game hitting under 41.5 total points.
Predicted Score: Ohio Bobcats 24, Northern Illinois Huskies 10