Missouri St. Bears vs Delaware Blue Hens prediction, odds and best bet for Oct. 20, 2026
Delaware will beat Missouri State 27-24, with its Conference USA-leading passing production and 19 sacks through six games providing the strongest reasons to favor the Blue Hens. Both teams received productive first starts from quarterbacks in their latest games, keeping the forecast close. Neither Delaware -3 (-110) nor the total of 52.5 offers a convincing wager. The official recommendation is Pass.
Missouri St. Bears vs Delaware Blue Hens prediction and best bet
Delaware gets the narrow nod because its season-long passing production offers something more substantial than a single encouraging performance. The Blue Hens lead Conference USA with 271.0 passing yards per game, and their pass rush gives them another potential way to influence this matchup.
Missouri State brings a credible upset threat after Henry Belin IV's productive first Bears start. With both teams entering at 2-4, the evidence favors a competitive game more strongly than a decisive Delaware advantage. The forecast is Delaware 27, Missouri State 24, with low confidence. The best betting decision is Pass: the spread matches that projected margin, and the total leaves too little room for error.
Odds, game time and how to watch
Game time: Tuesday, October 20, 2026, at 7 p.m. ET.
Venue: Delaware Stadium in Newark, Delaware.
Broadcast: ESPNU, with Mike Corey and Craig Haubert.
Records: Missouri St. Bears 2-4; Delaware Blue Hens 2-4.
SportsJaw odds: Missouri St. Bears +3 (-106); Delaware Blue Hens -3 (-114). Moneyline: Missouri St. Bears +135; Delaware Blue Hens -155. Total: Over 54.5 (-110); Under 54.5 (-110).