Kennesaw St. Owls vs Missouri St. Bears Betting Picks & Predictions
Kennesaw State is projected to beat Missouri State 27-24, with Rickie Collins' recent production as a passer and runner giving the Owls a slight edge. Their costly penalties and the Bears' receiving threats make this a low-confidence forecast. Neither Kennesaw State -3 (-110) nor the 52.5 total offers a strong enough edge for an actionable wager. The official recommendation is Pass.
Kennesaw St. Owls vs Missouri St. Bears prediction and best bet
Kennesaw State gets the nod because its latest offensive performance offers a credible route to a road win. The Owls outgained Jacksonville State 411-385 in a 27-26 loss on October 7. That production matters, but so does their failure to turn it into a victory.
The forecast is Kennesaw State 27, Missouri State 24. A three-point margin lands directly on the supplied spread, leaving no projected cushion for laying the points. The best betting decision is Pass, with the winner selection carrying low confidence.
Odds, game time and how to watch
Game: Kennesaw St. Owls at Missouri St. Bears, NCAA football, Wednesday, October 14, 2026.
Kickoff: Kennesaw State lists 7:30 p.m. ET. Missouri State lists 6:32 p.m. local time in Springfield, a two-minute difference between the official previews.
Venue: Robert W. Plaster Stadium, Springfield, Missouri. Television: CBS Sports Network.
Records and form: Both teams are 1-4 overall and 0-1 in Conference USA. Kennesaw State has consecutive one-score losses; Missouri State has lost three straight.
SportsJaw odds: Kennesaw St. Owls -2.5 (-107); Missouri St. Bears +2.5 (-105). Moneyline: Kennesaw St. Owls -136; Missouri St. Bears +121. Total: Over 52.5 (-113); Under 52.5 (-104).