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Buffalo Bulls and Kent State Golden Flashes Face Off in Ohio with Bulls Favored (-7.5)

Game time: October 21, 2023 at 3:30 PM ET

Venue: Dix Stadium — Kent, OH

Article updated Oct 15, 6:36 PM EDT

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

Two teams from the East Division of the will face off in Ohio on Saturday afternoon, as the Buffalo Bulls look for a win on the road against the Kent State Golden Flashes.

Game outlook

Two teams from the East Division of the will face off in Ohio on Saturday afternoon, as the Buffalo Bulls look for a win on the road against the Kent State Golden Flashes. Buffalo are favored (-7.5) and have the edge in the all-time series, winning the last two meetings.

Game Info

When: Saturday, 10/21/2023 @ 3:30pm EST

Where: Dix Stadium Stadium Bulls vs Golden Flashes Betting Odds Moneyline: Bulls -260 | Golden Flashes +215

Spread: Bulls -6.5 (-110) | Golden Flashes +6.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 44 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Buffalo will win straight-up is 72%.

Buffalo Bulls

The Buffalo Bulls were handed their first loss in two games last Saturday, as they were defeated 24-17 at home by Bowling Green. Despite their best efforts, the Bulls could not close the gap and lost possession and time of possession during the game. Buffalo is having difficulties finding the right pieces to plug into its offense, ranking 103rd in passing and 103rd in rushing yards per game. Cole Snyder is the team's passing leader, having gone 140 of 237 for 1,337 yards with 11 touchdowns and six interceptions; he also has 37 yards and one score on the ground. The Bulls' leading rusher is Ron Cook Jr., with 81 carries for 330 yards and four scores; Mike Washington (66 carries, 295 yards, two TD) and Jacqez Barksdale (20 carries, 98 yards, TD) are also key contributors to the rushing offense. In the passing game, Cole Harrity leads the team with 26 receptions for 196 yards and two scores, while Darrell Harding Jr. (14 grabs, 239 yards, three TD), Marlyn Johnson (24 catches, 236 yards, four TD), Boobie Curry (17 receptions, 156 yards, TD), Cook Jr. (19 catches, 154 yards, TD) and Nik McMillan (10 grabs, 153 yards, TD) all have over 150 receiving yards this season. Alex McNulty is successful on extra points, but is seven for 12 on field goal attempts. Overall, Buffalo is ranked 94th in power ratings, 77th in offensive ranking (averaging 28.17 points per game), 113th in defensive ranking (allowing 33.3 points per game) and 2-5 this season (4-3 ATS). McMillan (arm) has missed the last three contests and is questionable for this game.

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Kent St. Golden Flashes Analysis

The Kent State University Golden Flashes had a tough outing against the Eastern Michigan Eagles, leading to a fourth consecutive loss. Kent State was held to only 7 points in the opening quarter and trailed 14-0 at the half, then 21-0 late in the third quarter. The Golden Flashes managed a 343-218 edge in total offense, but committed 3 turnovers to Eastern Michigan's 1. Kent State was unable to launch any serious offensive surge and was ultimately defeated. QBRank: 124 Offense: #131 (scoring 13.4 points/game) Defense: #118 (allowing 34.3 points/game) Record: 1-6 Michael Alaimo is 72/130 passing for 881 yards and two touchdowns. Gavin Garcia leads the team in the ground attack with 96 carries for 374 yards and two touchdowns. Chrishon McCray leads the team with 30 receptions for 397 yards and two scores. Put your wager in motion and try your luck with our NCAAF betting picks!

Buffalo and Kent State Struggle Offensively in 2020, But Buffalo Has Edge in Third Conference Game of Year

Buffalo and Kent State have encountered considerable difficulties on the offensive side this season. Buffalo is among the lower quartile nationally in both passing and rushing offense, while Kent State is a bottom 10 team in passing and bottom 30 in rushing offense. Similarly, both teams have struggled on defense; Buffalo ranks in the bottom 20 in scoring defense, while Kent State is in the bottom 15. However, Buffalo has earned victories over conference opponents Akron and Central Michigan, while Kent State's only triumph came against lower division team Central Connecticut State. This should favor Buffalo on the road, giving them their third conference win of the year.

Written by Jamescashiola Published on 10/18/2023 Category: NCAAF Picks

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Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Buffalo Bulls-345 → -252Moved
  • Moneyline · Kent St. Golden Flashes+270 → +210Moved
  • Spread · Buffalo Bulls-7.5 (-110) → -6.5 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · Kent St. Golden Flashes+7.5 (-110) → +6.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over47 (-110) → 44 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under47 (-110) → 44 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Buffalo Bulls
2-4 matchup record · 5-5-0 ATS · 5-5-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Kent St. Golden Flashes
0-6 matchup record · 3-7-0 ATS · 5-5-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2023-10-15T22:36:11.939Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

The Buffalo Bulls were handed their first loss in two games last Saturday, as they were defeated 24-17 at home by Bowling Green. Despite their best efforts, the Bulls could not close the gap and lost possession and time of possession during the game. Buffalo is having difficulties finding the right pieces to plug into its offense, ranking 103rd in passing and 103rd in rushing yards per game. Cole Snyder is the team's passing leader, having gone 140 of 237 for 1,337 yards with 11 touchdowns and six interceptions; he also has 37 yards and one score on the ground. The Bulls' leading rusher is Ron Cook Jr., with 81 carries for 330 yards and four scores; Mike Washington (66 carries, 295 yards, two TD) and Jacqez Barksdale (20 carries, 98 yards, TD) are also key contributors to the rushing offense. In the passing game, Cole Harrity leads the team with 26 receptions for 196 yards and two scores, while Darrell Harding Jr. (14 grabs, 239 yards, three TD), Marlyn Johnson (24 catches, 236 yards, four TD), Boobie Curry (17 receptions, 156 yards, TD), Cook Jr. (19 catches, 154 yards, TD) and Nik McMillan (10 grabs, 153 yards, TD) all have over 150 receiving yards this season. Alex McNulty is successful on extra points, but is seven for 12 on field goal attempts. Overall, Buffalo is ranked 94th in power ratings, 77th in offensive ranking (averaging 28.17 points per game), 113th in defensive ranking (allowing 33.3 points per game) and 2-5 this season (4-3 ATS). McMillan (arm) has missed the last three contests and is questionable for this game.

Recent head-to-head

  • 2022-11-26Kent St. Golden Flashes 30 · Buffalo Bulls 27
  • 2021-10-09Buffalo Bulls 38 · Kent St. Golden Flashes 48
Final result

Matchup pick recap

Buffalo Bulls defeated Kent St. Golden Flashes 24-6

Buffalo Bulls defeated Kent St. Golden Flashes 24-6 on October 21, 2023, a 18-point decision in the series. Buffalo Bulls' strongest period was the 2nd quarter, when it outscored its opponent 7-0. Against SportsJaw's recorded Buffalo Bulls -6.5 (-110) spread, Buffalo Bulls covered, while the 30 combined points finished under the recorded total of 44.

SportsJaw editorial picks

  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

Tipster picks

  • GsimmsSpread · Buffalo Bulls -7 (-110)Win
  • CoversSpread · Buffalo Bulls -6.5 (-110)Win
  • CoolioSpread · Kent St. Golden Flashes +6.5 (-110)Loss
  • CoolioTotal · Over 43.5 (-110)Loss
  • OddssharkSpread · Kent St. Golden Flashes +6.5 (-110)Loss
  • OddssharkTotal · Over 43.5 (-110)Loss
  • Teddy718Spread · Buffalo Bulls +6.5 (-110)Win