- Game: Minnesota Golden Gophers vs Iowa Hawkeyes
- Date: Saturday, October 21, 2023
- Location: Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City, IA
- TV: NBC
- Odds/Point Spread: Hawkeyes (-3.5)
- Total/Over-Under: 32.5
The Minnesota Golden Gophers (3-3) are set to face off against the Iowa Hawkeyes (6-1) at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, October 21, 2023. The Hawkeyes enter the game as 3.5-point favorites, with the total over-under set at 32.5.
Minnesota @ Iowa (#24) Odds
Moneyline
Minnesota +145
Iowa (#24) -170
Point Spread
Minnesota 3.5 (-115)
Iowa (#24) -3.5 (-105)
Total
Over 32.5 (-105)
Under 32.5 (-115)
Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
The Golden Gophers come into this matchup with a record of 3-3. In their previous game against the Michigan Wolverines, they suffered a 52-10 defeat. Athan Kaliakmanis had a difficult game, completing just 5 out of 15 passes for 52 yards and 1 touchdown, while also throwing 2 interceptions. Zach Evans led the rushing attack with 45 yards on 12 attempts. Overall, the Golden Gophers had 169 yards on 55 plays. Defensively, they allowed 191 rushing yards on 33 attempts and 241 passing yards on 16 completions.
On the season, the Golden Gophers are averaging 21.7 points per game and have gained an average of 180.5 rushing yards. They have a total of 1,880 yards and have scored 6 touchdowns through the air and 8 touchdowns on the ground. While they have given up the ball 8 times, they have also earned 118 first downs. Defensively, the Golden Gophers have allowed an average of 373.2 yards per game and have given up 26.7 points per contest.
The Hawkeyes head into this game with a 6-1 record. In their last matchup against the Wisconsin Badgers, they secured a 15-6 victory. Quarterback Deacon Hill had 37 passing yards on 6 completions, while Leshon Williams led the rushing attack with 174 yards on 25 carries. Overall, the Hawkeyes gained 237 yards on 62 plays. Defensively, they allowed 104 rushing yards on 28 attempts and 228 passing yards on 27 completions.
The Hawkeyes are averaging 20.9 points per game and have gained 247.4 total yards per game. They have rushed for 916 yards and passed for 816 yards this season. Defensively, the Hawkeyes have allowed an average of 127.3 rushing yards and 198.3 passing yards per game. They have conceded a total of 104 points across their 7 games.
Who will win tonight’s Golden Gophers vs Hawkeyes college football game against the spread?
The Pick: Take the Golden Gophers +3.5
