Event Date: Tuesday, November 26, 2024
Venue: UB Stadium, Buffalo, NY
Broadcast: ESPN+
Betting Odds: Buffalo favored by 24.0 points
Total Points Over/Under: 49.5
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On Tuesday, November 26, 2024, the Buffalo Bulls (7-4) will host the Kent State Golden Flashes (0-11) at UB Stadium, aiming for a decisive victory. The Golden Flashes enter as 24.0-point underdogs according to Bovada betting lines, with an over/under set at 49.5.
The Golden Flashes struggle this season with a record of 0-11. Their most recent game against the Akron Zips resulted in a 38-17 defeat. In that contest, Kent State allowed 277 rushing yards on 46 attempts, giving up an average of 6.0 yards per carry. Additionally, they permitted 14 completions on 31 pass attempts, totaling 250 passing yards and achieving a completion rate of 45.2%. Overall, the Golden Flashes managed 48 plays for 281 offensive yards, with a rushing game that netted just 52 yards on 28 attempts, averaging 1.9 yards per carry.
In terms of scoring, the Kent State Golden Flashes average a mere 14.5 points per game. They rank 133rd nationally with only 74.3 rushing yards per game. Over the entire season, they have accumulated 2,591 total yards, achieving 17 passing touchdowns and 3 rushing touchdowns. The team has registered 146 first downs but has been penalized 55 times for a total of 389 yards, and they have turned the ball over 19 times.
Defensively, the Golden Flashes rank dead last in the nation, allowing 44.2 points per game. They concede 6.0 yards per carry and an alarming 266.0 rushing yards per game. Throughout this campaign, they have allowed 2,926 rushing yards in total over 11 games. In the passing game, they have given up 2,820 yards, ranking them 116th in the country, with an average of 256.4 passing yards allowed per game and a completion rate of 65.4%. Overall, they allow a staggering 522.4 yards per game, placing them 134th nationally. They’ve surrendered 24 passing touchdowns and 33 rushing touchdowns this season.
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The Buffalo Bulls are entering this game with a 7-4 record. In their last appearance, they secured a victory against the Eastern Michigan Eagles, finishing the game with a score of 37-20. The Bulls generated a total of 396 yards over 69 plays (5.7 yards per play). On the ground, Buffalo averaged 3.3 yards per rush, totaling 136 rushing yards on 41 carries. Conversely, they limited Eastern Michigan to 31 rushing attempts for 70 yards (2.3 yards per carry). Their secondary struggled, allowing a completion percentage of 69.2% and 375 passing yards from 27 completions on 39 attempts.
Buffalo averages 346.8 total yards per game, ranking 100th in Division 1. The team has accumulated 491 penalty yards this season (50 penalties), placing them 124th in D-1 for undisciplined play. They achieve an average of 156.6 rushing yards per game with total rushing yards at 1,723. Buffalo has been responsible for 6 interceptions and has fumbled the ball 6 times, while achieving 197 first downs. Currently, the Bulls rank 69th nationally in scoring, averaging 27.8 points per game. They have thrown for 2,092 passing yards, averaging 190.2 passing yards per game, putting them at 105th in the nation.
Defensively, Buffalo has allowed 1,638 rushing yards (148.9 yards per game) and 17 rushing touchdowns. They have given up 23 passing touchdowns, with an average of 273.2 passing yards allowed per game, ranking 129th in the country. Their defensive unit has managed to recover 7 fumbles and secured 11 interceptions this season. Buffalo’s defense has been on the field for a total of 796 plays, which ranks 122nd in college football. They have conceded an average of 29.9 points per game, putting them at 102nd in Division 1, with a total of 329 points allowed overall.
Free Prediction: Bet on the Buffalo Bulls (-24.0)
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