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Western Kentucky Hilltoppers vs New Mexico St. Aggies Betting Picks & Predictions

Game time: November 9, 2024 at 6:00 PM ET

Venue: Aggie Memorial Stadium — Las Cruces, NM

Article updated Nov 7, 6:14 PM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

In Week 11 of the college football season, the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers will face off against the New Mexico State Aggies in an intriguing Mid-American Conference game at

Game outlook

In Week 11 of the college football season, the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers will face off against the New Mexico State Aggies in an intriguing Mid-American Conference game at Aggie Memorial Stadium. The Hilltoppers, currently on a three-game winning streak, are favored to win with a betting line of -18.5. On the other hand, the Aggies will be looking to bounce back from a recent loss to the Florida International Panthers. The game will be aired exclusively on ESPN+, making it a must-watch for college football fans.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Hilltoppers -1,000 | Aggies +625

Spread: Hilltoppers -18 (-110) | Aggies +18 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 52.25 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Western Kentucky will win straight-up is 91%.

Western Kentucky Hilltoppers

The Western Kentucky Hilltoppers are currently 6-2 (4-0 CUSA) and are looking to maintain their position at the top of the conference standings. Quarterback Caden Veltkamp has been performing well with impressive passing stats, while running back Elijah Young has been a key player in both rushing and receiving. The defense has also been a significant factor in their success, ranking 37th in college football and putting pressure on opposing offenses. There are some injury concerns, such as tight end River Helms being listed as questionable. Western Kentucky has a power ranking of 31, ranking 63 in offense and 56 in defense, with a record of 6-2 (6-2 ATS) this season.

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New Mexico St. Aggies Analysis

The New Mexico State Aggies are in need of a strong finish to the season in order to make a bowl game. The team is still seeking a reliable quarterback, as their current quarterbacks have struggled with completion percentages and turnovers. The defense also needs improvement, as they are giving up a high number of points per game and have struggled to apply pressure on opposing offenses. Quarterback Deuce Hogan is out with a collarbone injury. The team's power ranking is 129, with rankings of 119 for offense and 127 for defense. Currently, the team is 2-6 overall.

Western Kentucky Hilltoppers Favored to Dominate New Mexico State in Upcoming Game

The Western Kentucky Hilltoppers have proven to be the superior team and are expected to perform exceptionally well in this upcoming game. The quarterback situation for New Mexico State has greatly impacted the competitiveness of this matchup, with the Aggies struggling to complete passes and accumulating interceptions. Recent defensive performances further emphasize the disparity between the two teams, as the Hilltoppers have only allowed an average of 15.0 points in their last three games, while the Aggies have surrendered an average of 42.0 points in their last four games. It is recommended to place your bet on the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers to easily cover the spread in this game.

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SportsJaw published this archived preview from its original game-day article. Its prediction and quoted lines are preserved as written.

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SportsJaw Hilltoppers vs Aggies archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Hilltoppers vs Aggies matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Western Kentucky Hilltoppers-1,450 → -1,000Moved
  • Moneyline · New Mexico St. Aggies+810 → +650Moved
  • Spread · Western Kentucky Hilltoppers-18.5 (-110) → -17.5 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · New Mexico St. Aggies+18.5 (-110) → +17.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over52 (-110) → 53 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under52 (-110) → 53 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Western Kentucky Hilltoppers
5-2 matchup record · 7-3-0 ATS · 5-5-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
New Mexico St. Aggies
1-6 matchup record · 3-7-0 ATS · 6-3-1 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2024-11-07T23:14:17.890Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

The Western Kentucky Hilltoppers are currently 6-2 (4-0 CUSA) and are looking to maintain their position at the top of the conference standings. Quarterback Caden Veltkamp has been performing well with impressive passing stats, while running back Elijah Young has been a key player in both rushing and receiving. The defense has also been a significant factor in their success, ranking 37th in college football and putting pressure on opposing offenses. There are some injury concerns, such as tight end River Helms being listed as questionable. Western Kentucky has a power ranking of 31, ranking 63 in offense and 56 in defense, with a record of 6-2 (6-2 ATS) this season.

The New Mexico State Aggies are in need of a strong finish to the season in order to make a bowl game. The team is still seeking a reliable quarterback, as their current quarterbacks have struggled with completion percentages and turnovers. The defense also needs improvement, as they are giving up a high number of points per game and have struggled to apply pressure on opposing offenses. Quarterback Deuce Hogan is out with a collarbone injury. The team's power ranking is 129, with rankings of 119 for offense and 127 for defense. Currently, the team is 2-6 overall.

Recent head-to-head

  • 2023-11-11New Mexico St. Aggies 38 · Western Kentucky Hilltoppers 29
Final result

Matchup pick recap

Western Kentucky Hilltoppers defeated New Mexico St. Aggies 41-28

Western Kentucky Hilltoppers defeated New Mexico St. Aggies 41-28 on November 9, 2024, a 13-point decision in the series. Western Kentucky Hilltoppers' strongest period was the 2nd quarter, when it outscored its opponent 10-0. Against SportsJaw's recorded Western Kentucky Hilltoppers -17.5 (-110) spread, New Mexico St. Aggies covered, while the 69 combined points finished over the recorded total of 53.

SportsJaw editorial picks

  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

Tipster picks

  • WarbuczSpread · New Mexico St. Aggies +18 (-110)Win
  • ThehitmanSpread · New Mexico St. Aggies +18 (-110)Win
  • NutinbutlocksSpread · Western Kentucky Hilltoppers -18 (-110)Loss
  • Barry713Spread · Western Kentucky Hilltoppers -18 (-110)Loss
  • MrpinkSpread · New Mexico St. Aggies +18 (-110)Win
  • DrfeelgoodSpread · New Mexico St. Aggies +18.5 (-110)Win
  • Randy54Total · Over 52 (-110)Win