Match Analysis: UAB Blazers vs Akron Zips – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-09-13
- Time: 12:30 AM UTC
- Location: Protective Stadium, Birmingham, Alabama
Game Overview
UAB Blazers (1-1) host Akron Zips (0-2) in an early season College Football game where UAB is heavily favored. Akron has struggled both offensively and defensively, including a 68-0 blowout loss last game, while UAB has been more competitive despite a recent loss.
Key Factors to Consider
- UAB comes off a 38-24 loss but showed offensive capabilities; Akron is 0-2 with weak offense and a defense that conceded over 700 yards and 68 points last game.
- Recent matchups favor UAB, who are expected to control this game both on the ground and through the air.
- No major injury reports available suggesting significant impact; roster status stable for both teams.
- Game played at UAB's home stadium providing a strong home-field advantage; motivation higher for UAB to rebound from recent loss.
- Akron desperate for first win but facing morale issues after heavy recent defeats; UAB motivated to capitalize at home and improve to 2-1.
Odds and Predictions
Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
---|---|---|---|
Moneyline | UAB Blazers: -425, Akron Zips: +330 | UAB Blazers | β β β β β 85% |
Spread | UAB Blazers: -11.5 -105, Akron Zips: +11.5 -115 | UAB Blazers -11.5 | β β β β β 78% |
Over/under | Over: 57.5 -108, Under: 57.5 -112 | Under 57.5 | β β β β β 70% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
Market | EV Pick |
---|---|
Moneyline | UAB Blazers 0% |
Spread | N/A |
Over/Under | Under 57.5 14% |
π₯ Best Value Pick: Under 57.5 at 14% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 15.2% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
UAB to win comfortably with a strong defensive and offensive performance; game total to stay under 57.5 points given Akron's offensive struggles.
Predicted Score: UAB Blazers 27 – Akron Zips 7