- Matchup: Kent State Golden Flashes vs NIU Huskies
- Scheduled Date: Friday, November 28, 2025
- Venue: Huskie Stadium, Dekalb, IL
- Broadcast: CBSSN
- Betting Odds: Huskies favored by 5.0 points
- Over/Under Total: 45 points
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The Kent State Golden Flashes (4-7) will face off against the NIU Huskies (3-8) this Friday, November 28, 2025, at Huskie Stadium. Opening as 5-point underdogs, Kent State will seek to overcome the odds laid out by Vegas. The total points projection stands at 45.
Kent State enters this contest with a season record of 4-7. In their last outing, they faced the Central Michigan Chippewas, suffering a 28-16 defeat. On the ground, Kent State allowed 174 rushing yards on 43 attempts, averaging 4.0 yards per carry. Their pass defense permitted 12 completions out of 22 attempts for a total of 123 yards, reflecting a completion rate of 54.5%. Overall, the Golden Flashes mustered 64 offensive plays, accumulating 274 yards. They rushed the ball 36 times for 89 yards, averaging 2.5 yards per attempt.
In terms of scoring, the Kent State Golden Flashes average 20.0 points per game. Rushing statistics reveal they gain an average of 85.1 yards, ranking them 132nd nationally. The Golden Flashes have amassed 3,094 total offensive yards this season, scoring 18 touchdowns via the pass and 8 on the ground. With a total of 152 first downs, they have also faced 70 penalties resulting in 565 yards lost. They have turned the ball over 11 times throughout the season.
Defensively, Kent State ranks 125th in allowing opposing teams to score, conceding an average of 33.8 points per game. Opponents average 4.6 yards per carry and 180.4 rushing yards against them, leading to 1,984 yards allowed on the ground this season. In terms of passing, they have surrendered 2,805 yards, placing them 123rd in Division 1 with an average of 255.0 passing yards conceded per game. Overall, the Golden Flashes are allowing 435.4 yards per game, which ranks them 129th in the country. They’ve given up 25 touchdowns through the air and 18 on the ground.
The NIU Huskies come into this game with a record of 3-8. In their previous match, they lost to the Western Michigan Broncos, finishing at 35-19. The Huskies totaled 252 yards on 58 plays, averaging 4.3 yards per play. Their rushing game managed 4.0 yards per carry, accumulating 174 yards on 43 attempts. However, their defense struggled, allowing 361 rushing yards on 59 attempts, averaging 6.1 yards per carry. The NIU pass defense recorded a completion rate of 55.6%, allowing just 32 yards on 5 of 9 throws.
With an average of 281.5 yards per game, the NIU Huskies sit at 132nd in Division 1. Their offense has incurred 424 penalty yards from 50 infractions, ranking them 122nd in the nation for penalizing themselves. On the ground, they average 176.2 rushing yards per game, leading to a cumulative 1,938 rushing yards for the season. They have thrown 6 interceptions and lost 4 fumbles, while managing to secure 160 first downs. In terms of scoring, they average just 15.8 points per game, placing them 130th nationally.
Defensively, the Huskies have allowed a total of 1,969 rushing yards (179.0 yards per game) and 19 rushing touchdowns this season. Additionally, they have given up 9 touchdowns through the air, ranking them 19th in college football while allowing 170.9 passing yards per game. Overall, NIU has conceded 257 points and has recovered 3 fumbles alongside 8 interceptions this season. Their defensive lineup has been involved in 738 plays, placing them 78th in the nation, while allowing an average of 23.4 points per game, ranking 59th in college football.
Which team will prevail in this Golden Flashes vs Huskies college football clash against the spread?
Prediction: Choose the Huskies -5.0
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