- Matchup: Delaware Blue Hens vs Western Kentucky Hilltoppers
- Date: Tuesday, October 27, 2026
- Venue: Houchens Industries-L.T. Smith Stadium, Bowling Green, KY
- Broadcast: CBSSN
- Betting Odds: Hilltoppers favored by (-2.5)
- Total Points Line: 56.5
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The Western Kentucky Hilltoppers (3-4) will clash with the Delaware Blue Hens (3-4) at Houchens Industries-L.T. Smith Stadium on Tuesday, October 27, 2026. The Blue Hens are listed as 2.5-point underdogs, with the total points set at 56.5.
The Delaware Blue Hens approach this game with a 3-4 season record. They recently faced off against the Missouri State Bears, clinching a victory with a score of 61-38. Their performance included 75 plays, which gained them 482 yards. Notably, Delaware rushed the ball 42 times, accumulating 232 yards at an impressive average of 5.5 yards per carry. On defense, the Blue Hens allowed 94 rushing yards on 23 attempts (4.1 yards per carry). Through the air, they conceded 26 completions on 35 attempts for 337 yards, equating to a completion rate of 74.3%.
This season, the Blue Hens have tallied 2,672 total yards. They’ve achieved 16 passing touchdowns and 9 rushing touchdowns, alongside 9 turnovers. As a team, they’ve secured 143 first downs while incurring 41 penalties totaling 367 yards. Offensively, Delaware averages just 113.7 rushing yards per game, which ranks them 119th nationally. In scoring, they average 28.3 points per game (PPG).
On defense, the Blue Hens have surrendered 1,892 passing yards, placing them 122nd in college football. They allow an average of 270.3 passing yards per game with a completion percentage against of 61.9%. In total, they concede 396.4 yards per game, ranking 109th in Division 1. They’ve allowed 13 passing touchdowns and 11 rushing touchdowns, yielding roughly 3.8 yards per carry and 126.1 rushing yards per game. Over the course of the season, they’ve given up 883 rushing yards through 7 games, ranking them 107th in points allowed at 28.4 PPG.
The Hilltoppers also enter this matchup with a 3-4 record for the season. In their most recent game, they secured a victory against the Sam Houston Bearkats, finishing 16-3. Western Kentucky averaged 3.3 yards per carry, totaling 144 yards on 43 rushes. They finished the game with 276 yards overall on 74 plays (3.7 yards per play). In pass defense, the Hilltoppers allowed a completion percentage of only 43.3%, surrendering 112 yards on 13 completions out of 30 attempts. They restricted the Bearkats to 27 rushing attempts for just 65 yards (2.4 yards per carry).
Western Kentucky averages 353.6 yards per game, positioning them 100th nationally. Their offense has accrued 291 penalty yards over 34 infractions, ranking 127th in mistake frequency. They achieve an average of 136.0 rushing yards per game, totaling 952 yards this season. They’ve thrown 4 interceptions, allowed 5 fumbles, and earned 130 first downs. In terms of scoring, the Hilltoppers rank 113th in college football, averaging just 21.3 points per game. So far this season, they’ve accumulated 1,523 passing yards, averaging 217.6 passing yards per game, which ranks them 82nd in Division 1.
Defensively, the Hilltoppers allow an average of 30.6 PPG, placing them 117th nationwide. They have given up 1,289 rushing yards (184.1 yards per game) and 13 rushing touchdowns. In terms of passing, they’ve conceded 12 touchdowns and 190.9 yards per game, ranking them 39th in college football. The Hilltoppers defense has been active for 435 plays, ranking them 27th in the nation. They’ve recovered 2 fumbles and recorded 4 interceptions throughout the season, allowing a total of 214 points.
Who will emerge victorious in tonight’s matchup between the Blue Hens and Hilltoppers?
Prediction: Bet on the Blue Hens +2.5
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