Marist Red Foxes vs Stetson Hatters Predictions October 3, 2026
Marist will beat Stetson, with a projected score of Marist 31, Stetson 14. The Red Foxes’ 42-7 win over Presbyterian, featuring four touchdowns from Sonny Mannino and another blocked-kick contribution, supplies the strongest matchup reason. Confidence is low, however, and neither Marist -17.5 (-113) nor the total of 51.5 (-113) offers enough value for an actionable wager.
Marist Red Foxes vs Stetson Hatters prediction and best bet
Marist gets the nod because its latest performance combined offensive scoring with a special-teams touchdown. In the Sept. 26 victory over Presbyterian, Mannino ran for two touchdowns and threw two more to Isaiah Simmons. Jayden Taylor returned a blocked punt 24 yards for a score. Those contributions support the forecast of a Marist victory without requiring a repeat of the 35-point margin.
The official best bet is Pass. Marist needs to win by at least 18 points to cover -17.5, a much tougher assignment than simply winning. Its first three games were all single-digit decisions. That contrast makes the Presbyterian result encouraging for the winner forecast but insufficient to justify laying this spread.
Odds, game time and how to watch
Date and matchup: Saturday, Oct. 3, 2026. Marist visits Stetson in college football for its first Pioneer Football League road game of the season.
Venue: Spec Martin Memorial Stadium, De Land, Florida.
Weather: The Sept. 27 National Weather Service forecast calls for a 60% precipitation chance, possible thunderstorms, a high near 88°F and east winds of 5–10 mph, gusting to 20 mph.
SportsJaw odds: Marist -900; Stetson +456. Spread: Marist -17.5 (-113), Stetson +17.5 (-113). Total: Over 51.5 (-113), Under 51.5 (-113).