Kennesaw State visits Middle Tennessee on Wednesday night for a Conference USA matchup at Johnny “Red” Floyd Stadium in Murfreesboro. Kickoff is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET on CBS Sports Network.
The Blue Raiders enter at 4-3 overall and 2-1 in conference play, having won each of their last two games. Kennesaw State, meanwhile, sits at 1-6 and 0-3 in CUSA after dropping six straight.
Middle Tennessee pulled off one of the biggest upsets of last week’s slate, defeating FIU 26-23 on the road as a double-digit underdog. The Blue Raiders put up 448 yards of total offense, with running back Terrence Brown Jr. posting a career-high 158 rushing yards on 18 carries.
Kennesaw State had a much tougher outing against Liberty last Thursday, falling 34-6 at home. The Owls were limited to 62 rushing yards and failed to reach the end zone against the Flames.
The programs have met twice since Kennesaw State joined Conference USA, with Middle Tennessee winning 14-5 in 2024 and the Owls answering with a 24-16 victory last season. The home team won both matchups.
Kennesaw State vs. Middle Tennessee Odds Today
Middle Tennessee is listed as a short 1.5-point home favorite at Hard Rock Bet Sportsbook:
- Point Spread: Middle Tennessee -1.5 (-110) | Kennesaw State +1.5 (-110)
- Moneyline: Middle Tennessee -120 | Kennesaw State +100
- Total: Over 49.5 (-110) | Under 49.5 (-110)
Referenced odds subject to change.
Kennesaw State vs. Middle Tennessee Prediction
Kennesaw State +1.5 (-110): I’m taking the points with Kennesaw State on Wednesday night, backing the Owls to keep this game close and potentially pull off the outright upset.
The Owls have been much more competitive than their record suggests. Before last week’s blowout against the conference leaders, Kennesaw State had suffered three losses by three points or fewer, including a 27-26 defeat to Jacksonville State and a 24-21 loss at Missouri State.
The Blue Raiders have covered in five of their first seven games, but they’ve also played their share of close contests. Both of their most recent victories were decided by just three points, making it difficult to justify much separation between these teams based solely on their records.
There’s also a potential letdown factor for Middle Tennessee following an emotional road victory in a game few expected the Blue Raiders to win. Kennesaw State, on the other hand, has an opportunity to reset after facing the league’s top team.
With such a small number separating these teams, I’ll take the underdog on Wednesday night.
- Best Bet: Kennesaw State +1.5 (-110)
Betting Splits at Hard Rock Bet
- Moneyline: Middle Tennessee has received 57% of all moneyline tickets and 73% of the handle at Hard Rock Bet.
- Spread: Middle Tennessee -1.5 accounts for 54% of all spread bets and 53% of the money wagered.
- Total: Over 50.5 has taken in 51% of all total bets and 67% of the handle.
Kennesaw State vs. MTSU Game Info
- šļø Location: Johnny “Red” Floyd Stadium – Murfreesboro, Tennessee
- š Date: Wednesday, October 28, 2026
- ā° Start Time: 7 p.m. ET
- šŗ Where to Watch: CBS Sports Network
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