- Matchup: Kennesaw State Owls vs Missouri State Bears
- Event Date: Wednesday, October 14, 2026
- Venue: Robert W. Plaster Stadium, Springfield, MO
- Broadcast: CBSSN
- Betting Odds: Bears (+3.0)
- Total Points Over/Under: 50.5
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The Kennesaw State Owls (1-4) prepare to visit Robert W. Plaster Stadium on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, aiming to secure a victory against the Missouri State Bears (1-4). As per Vegas lines, Missouri State starts off this matchup as 3-point underdogs, with the total points set at 50.5.
The Owls come into this game with a disappointing 1-4 season record. In their previous matchup against the Jacksonville State Gamecocks, Kennesaw State narrowly lost with a score of 27-26. During that game, the Owls rushed the ball 30 times, gaining 117 yards at an average of 3.9 yards per carry. By the end of the game, they executed 65 plays for a total of 410 yards. Conversely, they allowed 26 completions on 44 attempts, resulting in 311 passing yards with a 59.1% completion rate. On the defensive end, Kennesaw State allowed just 74 rushing yards from 30 attempts, averaging 2.5 yards per carry.
This season, the Owls have accumulated a total of 1,882 yards. In terms of scoring, Kennesaw State has managed to register 3 touchdowns through the air along with 11 touchdowns via the ground. They have committed 6 turnovers and earned 107 first downs, incurring 42 penalties for 372 yards. On average, they rush for 157.0 yards, ranking 69th in Division 1. Their scoring average is 22.6 points per game.
Defensively, the Owls rank 69th in Division 1, allowing an average of 23.4 points per game. Opponents are averaging 4.3 yards per rush and accumulating 148.0 rushing yards each game. Throughout the season, Kennesaw State has given up 740 rushing yards in total. In terms of aerial defense, the Owls have conceded 1,097 passing yards, placing them 53rd nationally, while allowing 219.4 yards per game through the air with a completion percentage of 66.0%. Their overall defensive average stands at 367.4 yards per game, ranking them 85th in the country. They have permitted 3 passing touchdowns and 10 rushing touchdowns overall.
The Missouri State Bears also arrive at this game with a record of 1-4 this season. Last time on the field, the Bears suffered a defeat with a score of 34-13 against the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers. In this matchup, Missouri State finished with 340 total yards, executing 67 plays at 5.1 yards per play. Their rushing efforts netted 136 yards on 29 carries, averaging 4.7 yards per attempt. Defensively, the Bears allowed 40 rushing attempts totaling 233 yards (5.8 yards per carry) and permitted a completion rate of 57.1% in the passing game, surrendering 231 yards on 20 of 35 passes.
The Missouri State Bears exhibit an average of 344.2 yards per game, placing them 105th in Division 1 rankings. With 310 penalty yards over 41 infractions, they rank 37th nationally in penalties. The Bears average 135.2 rushing yards per game, with a total of 676 yards throughout the season. They have recorded 3 interceptions and allowed 2 fumbles, along with 86 first downs. In terms of scoring, Missouri State ranks 111th in Division 1, averaging 21.8 points per game. For passing yards, they’ve accumulated 1,045 yards with an average of 209.0 passing yards per game, standing at 91st in the nation.
On defense, the Bears are conceding 32.4 points per game, ranking them 122nd in college football. They have given up a total of 982 yards on the ground (averaging 196.4 rushing yards per game) and allowed 10 rushing touchdowns this season. Additionally, the Bears have allowed 10 passing touchdowns and are conceding 248.2 yards per game, placing 117th in Division 1. The Missouri State defense has been on the field for 364 plays, ranking them 67th in the country, and they have recorded 4 fumbles and 2 interceptions this season, yielding a total of 162 points so far.
Which team will prevail in tonight’s matchup: the Owls or the Bears, covering the spread?
Prediction: Back the Owls -3.0
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