- Matchup: Eastern Michigan Eagles vs Kentucky Wildcats
- Date: Saturday, September 13, 2025
- Venue: Kroger Field in Lexington, KY
- Broadcast: ESPN/ESPN+
- Betting Odds: Wildcats favored by 25.0 points
- Over/Under Total: 46.5
The Kentucky Wildcats (1-1) are set to compete against the Eastern Michigan Eagles (0-2) at Kroger Field on Saturday, September 13, 2025. Kentucky enters the contest as 25.0-point favorites, according to Las Vegas odds. The total points for betting are projected at 46.5.
The Eastern Michigan Eagles come into this matchup with an 0-2 record this season. In their most recent game, they faced the LIU Sharks, suffering a narrow defeat with a final score of 28-23. During that game, the Eagles carried the ball 25 times for a total of 122 rushing yards, averaging 4.9 yards per carry. Overall, they managed 311 yards by executing 54 plays. On defense, Eastern Michigan permitted 15 completions on 24 attempts for 248 passing yards, achieving a completion rate of 62.5%. Against the run, they allowed 231 yards on 45 attempts, averaging 5.1 yards per carry.
Scoring-wise, the Eagles are averaging 25.0 points per game. Their rushing attack yields 132.5 yards per game, ranking them 95th in the NCAA. This season, Eastern Michigan has accumulated a total of 702 yards. They have recorded 3 passing touchdowns and 3 rushing touchdowns as well. The team has achieved 40 first downs and committed 6 penalties for 50 yards, while they have not yet turned the ball over.
Defensively, Eastern Michigan ranks 130th in Division 1 in terms of opposing team scoring, allowing 40.0 points per game. They permit an average of 7.4 yards per carry and 311.5 rushing yards per game in total, resulting in 623 rushing yards allowed over 2 games. In the passing department, they have given up 462 passing yards, ranking them 91st nationally. The Eagles allow 231.0 yards through the air per game with a completion percentage of 64.7%. Overall, they yield an average of 542.5 yards per contest, placing them 133rd in Division 1. They’ve allowed 4 touchdown passes and 7 rushing touchdowns this season.
The Kentucky Wildcats enter this matchup with a 1-1 record for the season. In their previous outing, they lost to the Ole Miss Rebels with a score of 30-23. In that game, the Wildcats managed to run for 4.6 yards per carry, totaling 172 rushing yards on 37 attempts. Kentucky recorded 359 total yards on 70 plays (5.1 yards per play). Their secondary allowed a completion rate of 54.2%, yielding 235 yards on 13 out of 24 passing attempts. The Wildcats conceded 48 rushing attempts for 220 yards (4.6 yards per carry).
The Kentucky Wildcats average 332.0 yards per game, which places them 98th in college football. Their offense has accrued 80 yards in penalties across 9 violations, ranking them 104th in Division 1 in terms of self-inflicted wounds. They average 196.0 rushing yards per game and have totaled 392 rushing yards this season. They have made 35 first downs. Regarding scoring, Kentucky is positioned 94th in the nation with an average of 23.5 points per game. So far this season, the Wildcats have thrown for 272 yards, averaging 136.0 passing yards per game, which ranks them 120th in the country.
Defensively, the Wildcats allow 23.0 points per game, ranking them 80th overall. They have given up a total of 279 rushing yards (139.5 yards per game) and 4 rushing touchdowns this season. Through the air, they’ve allowed only 1 touchdown, giving up 252.5 passing yards per game, positioning them 110th in Division 1. The Wildcats’ defense has been on the field for 141 plays this season, earning a rank of 103rd in D-1. They have yet to recover any fumbles this year but do have 3 interceptions.
Who will emerge victorious in this matchup between the Eagles and Wildcats against the spread?
Josh’s Recommendation: Bet on the Eagles +25.0
