Iowa set to take on Missouri in College Bowl matchup in the Volunteer State

Game outlook

College bowl season is underway with a matchup between Iowa and Missouri set to take place in the Volunteer State. Iowa, coming off a 13-10 win over Nebraska, will face off against Missouri, who earned a 28-21 victory against Arkansas. Missouri holds a 7-6 advantage in the all-time series, but Iowa won the most recent matchup in 2010. Missouri is the favorite with a -3 opening line that has remained steady.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Hawkeyes +125 | Tigers -145

Spread: Hawkeyes +3 (-110) | Tigers -3 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 40.25 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Missouri will win straight-up is 59%.

Iowa Hawkeyes

The Iowa Hawkeyes secured a hard-fought victory over Nebraska in their regular season finale, marking their second consecutive win and fourth win in five games to close out the year. Despite trailing for much of the game, they managed to pull off a comeback with a game-winning field goal from Drew Stevens. Despite being outgained in total offense and time of possession, the Hawkeyes forced turnovers and excelled defensively, allowing only 17.1 points per game this season. Leading rusher Kaleb Johnson has been a standout player for Iowa, with quarterback Cade McNamara also contributing to the offensive effort. Several key players are notably absent due to transfers and opt-outs. Iowa has shown strength in both offense and defense this season, ranking 66th in offense and 9th in defense, with a power ranking of 43. Overall, the Hawkeyes are 8-4 this season with a 6-5-1 record against the spread. For sports wagering enthusiasts, the article suggests trying the best sportsbook bonuses for the best deals.