- Matchup: FIU Panthers vs. Western Kentucky Hilltoppers
- Date: Tuesday, October 14, 2025
- Venue: Houchens Industries, Bowling Green, KY
- Broadcast: ESPNU
- Line/Spread: Hilltoppers favored by 7.5 points
- Total Points Over/Under: 57.5
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The FIU Panthers (2-3) travel to Houchens Industries on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, to face the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers (5-1). The Panthers enter this contest as 7.5-point underdogs, with the over/under set at 57.5.
Currently, the FIU Panthers show a record of 2-3 this season. In their last outing, they faced the Connecticut Huskies and suffered a heavy defeat, ending the game 51-10 in favor of UConn. Against the rushing game, the Panthers allowed 150 yards on 33 carries, averaging 4.5 yards per rush. In the air, they conceded 24 completions out of 34 attempts for 377 yards, reflecting a completion percentage of 70.6%. On offense, they executed 72 plays, gaining a total of 304 yards. The Panthers rushed 36 times, accumulating 130 yards at an average of 3.6 yards per carry.
In terms of scoring, FIU manages an average of 21.2 points per game. The team averages 175.6 rushing yards, placing them 49th in college football. Over the season, they have accumulated 1,821 total yards. For scoring, the Panthers registered 2 touchdowns through the air and 12 on the ground. They have achieved 91 first downs but have also faced 28 penalties for 243 yards, with 11 turnovers.
FIU ranks 123rd in college football in team defense, allowing 32.0 points per game. Opposing teams average 4.7 yards per carry with 147.8 rushing yards per contest this season, totaling 739 yards surrendered across 5 games. In pass defense, the Panthers have given up 1,372 yards, ranking them 78th nationally, with 274.4 yards allowed per game and a completion percentage of 63.5%. Overall, they concede an average of 422.2 yards per game, positioning them at 118th in the country, allowing 11 passing touchdowns and 6 rushing touchdowns.
The Hilltoppers enter this matchup with a 5-1 record for the current season. In their previous game, they managed a close victory against the Delaware Fightin’ Blue Hens, finishing 27-24. In that match, Western Kentucky’s defense allowed 34 rush attempts for 121 yards (3.6 yards per carry). Their pass defense surrendered 60.9% completion rate, allowing 314 yards on 28 completions within 46 attempts. The Hilltoppers executed a total of 57 plays, gaining 338 yards, averaging 5.9 yards per play, and rushed for 108 yards over 26 attempts at an average of 4.2 yards per carry.
On the offensive side, Western Kentucky ranks 47th in the nation, averaging 33.7 points per game. They secure an average of 429.5 yards per contest, putting them at 40th nationwide. Their offense has been penalized for 461 yards over 43 infractions, which ranks 34th in Division 1. With 2 interceptions and 5 fumbles lost, the Hilltoppers have also achieved 133 first downs. Throughout the season, they have amassed 1,837 passing yards, averaging 306.2 passing yards per game, which stands at 14th in the country, alongside 740 rushing yards, averaging 123.3 yards per game.
Defensively, the Hilltoppers allow 22.8 points per game, ranking them 61st in Division 1. They have surrendered a total of 1,175 rushing yards (averaging 195.8 yards per game), with 9 touchdowns scored against them on the ground this year. In terms of passing defense, they have allowed 4 touchdowns with an average of 199.0 passing yards per game, positioning them 46th in the nation. The Hilltoppers’ defense has participated in 414 plays, ranking them 88th in college football, totaling 3 fumbles and 5 interceptions, while allowing 137 points altogether this season.
Who will claim victory in this college football clash between the Panthers and Hilltoppers?
Recommendation: Bet on the Panthers +7.5
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