Kent State vs. Sacramento State prediction favors Kent State to win in college football Week 9 [2026]

Using innovative machine learning and data analysis, we have re-simulated the result of Kent State vs. Sacramento State, forming part of our college football predictions coverage.

Our leading predictive model currently gives Kent State a 73.3% chance of beating Sacramento State. Our predicted final score has Kent State winning 27-20. According to our model, Sacramento State (+9.5) has a 56.0% chance of covering the spread, while the 46.5-point over/under has a 53.4% chance of going over.

Latest betting odds

We have researched the best college football odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

• Spread: Kent State -9.5 (+117) / Sacramento State +9.5 (-122)
• Moneyline: Kent State -257, Sacramento State +255
• Total: Over/Under 46.5 (-113/+106)

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

Model picks and best bet

After matching our predictions against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets in this matchup. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:

• Spread: Sacramento State +9.5 @ 55¢ via Novig
• Moneyline: Kent State @ 72¢ via Novig
• Total: Over 46.5 @ 53¢ via Novig

According to our college football best bets, the top play to make on this game is Kent State to win.

These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the current available odds.

Game info & kickoff details

Friday's college football action between Sacramento State and Kent State at Hornet Stadium is scheduled to start at 10:30 PM ET.

• Who: Kent State vs. Sacramento State
• Date: Friday, October 30, 2026
• Time: 10:30 PM ET/7:30 PM PT
• Venue: Hornet Stadium

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Conclusion

We predict Kent State, with a 73.3% win probability, will likely beat Sacramento State in Friday's college football matchup.

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This article's predictions and probabilities are generated by Dimers' proprietary College Football prediction model. Our editorial team reviews the resulting content for accuracy and presentation before publication.