- Matchup: MTSU Blue Raiders vs Western Kentucky Hilltoppers
- Date: Saturday, November 15, 2025
- Venue: Houchens Industries, Bowling Green, KY
- Broadcast: ESPN+
- Point Spread: Hilltoppers favored by 13.5
- Total Points: 56.5
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The Western Kentucky Hilltoppers (7-2) will host the MTSU Blue Raiders (1-7) at Houchens Industries on Saturday, November 15, 2025. The Blue Raiders enter this matchup as 13.5-point underdogs, with an over/under set at 56.5.
The MTSU Blue Raiders face this game with a challenging record of 1-7 in the current season. In their previous contest, they squared off against the FIU Panthers, suffering a defeat of 56-30. The Blue Raiders attempted 24 rushes but managed only 33 yards, averaging a mere 1.4 yards per carry. Overall, they executed 78 plays, resulting in 364 total yards. Defensively, they conceded 17 completions out of 28 passes, allowing 257 passing yards, with a completion percentage of 60.7%. On the defensive line, MTSU allowed 144 rushing yards on 38 attempts, averaging 3.8 yards per carry.
Throughout the season, the Blue Raiders have tallied a total of 2,635 offensive yards. They have scored 13 touchdowns through the air and 6 on the ground, but have turned the ball over 9 times. MTSU has achieved 152 first downs offensively and has incurred 53 penalties totaling 480 yards. Their ground game averages only 85.5 yards per game, ranking them 132nd nationally. In terms of scoring, the MTSU Blue Raiders average 18.9 points per game.
On the defensive side, the Blue Raiders have allowed 1,854 passing yards, ranking them 66th in the nation. They give up approximately 231.8 passing yards per game with a completion rate of 64.9%. This season, they surrender an average of 374.3 total yards per game, positioning them 73rd in college football. They have yielded 20 passing touchdowns and 9 rushing touchdowns, averaging 3.6 yards per rush along with 142.5 rushing yards per game. Over 8 games, they have allowed a total of 1,140 rushing yards, ranking 98th nationally in opponent scoring, with 29.0 points allowed per game.
The Western Kentucky Hilltoppers enter this matchup with a strong 7-2 record. In their last game, they achieved a convincing 35-16 victory against the New Mexico State Aggies. The Hilltoppers’ defense limited the Aggies to 26 rushing attempts for 66 yards (2.5 yards per carry). In the passing game, they held their opponents to a completion rate of 32.5%, allowing just 112 yards through the air on 13 completions from 40 attempts. The Hilltoppers amassed a total of 429 yards, executing 79 plays with an average of 5.4 yards per play. They managed 128 rushing yards on 38 attempts, averaging 3.4 yards per carry.
So far this season, the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers average 409.7 yards per game, placing them 53rd in the nation. They have incurred 602 yards worth of penalties over 58 infractions, ranking 49th in free yardage. Their rushing attack averages 121.9 yards per game, accumulating a total of 1,097 rushing yards this season. However, they have also thrown 7 interceptions and lost 6 fumbles while securing 196 first downs. In terms of scoring, the Hilltoppers average 30.1 points per game, ranking 57th in Division I. They have amassed 2,590 passing yards, averaging 287.8 yards per game, which places them 19th in the country.
Defensively, the Hilltoppers allow 22.8 points per game, putting them at 54th nationally. They have given up a total of 1,599 rushing yards (177.7 yards per game) and 11 rushing touchdowns this season. Through the air, they have conceded 6 touchdowns and an average of 205.6 yards per game, ranking them 52nd in Division I. The Hilltoppers’ defense has played 633 snaps, ranking them 119th in collegiate football, accumulating 3 fumble recoveries and 7 interceptions this season, allowing a total of 205 points.
Who will come out on top in the Blue Raiders vs. Hilltoppers game? Keep an eye on the spread!
Expert’s Prediction: Back the Blue Raiders +13.5
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