In this article we will formulate a Delaware vs Middle Tennessee prediction for this College Football game on Wednesday, October 22nd at Delaware Stadium in Newark, Delaware. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this week 9 matchup.
Delaware Blue Hens Betting Preview
The Delaware Blue Hens are 3-3 (1-2) this year after they lost to Jacksonville State by a score of 38-25 last week. Delaware trailed 21-6 at halftime, but did manage to score 19 points in the second half in the loss. The Blue Hens out gained Jacksonville State by a total of 456-388, went 4-14 on third downs, and lost the turnover battle by a total of 2-0 in the game. Nick Minicucci went 32-50 for 422 yards and one touchdown, while Viron Ellison Jr rushed eight times for 15 yards and three scores. Kyre Duplessis led the receivers with six catches for 90 yards in the loss. The Delaware defense recorded two sacks and nine tackles for loss in the game.
Prior to that game, Delaware lost to Western Kentucky by a score of 27-24, but did beat FIU by a score of 38-16 before that. The Blue Hens have lost two games in a row and they are currently eighth in the CUSA standings. Delaware has scored 28.8 points per game with 303.7 passing yards and 127.2 rushing yards per game, while they have allowed 28.3 points against per game this season. Nick Minicucci has thrown for 1,801 yards, nine touchdowns, and three interceptions, while Kyre Duplessis has 28 receptions for 430 yards and two scores this year.
Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders Betting Preview
The Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders are 1-5 (0-2) this season after they lost to Missouri State by a score of 22-20 in their last game. Middle Tennessee trailed 16-13 at halftime, but did take a 20-19 lead in the fourth, before coming up short on a missed field goal at the end. The Blue Raiders out gained Missouri State by a total of 353-348, went 7-16 on third downs, and lost the turnover battle by a total of 1-0 in the game. Nicholas Vattiato went 30-42 for 267 yards and two touchdowns, while Jekail Middlebrook rushed 17 times for 93 yards. Cam’ron Lacy led the receivers with six receptions for 114 yards and two scores in the loss. The MTSU defense recorded four sacks and nine tackles for loss in the game.
Prior to that game, Middle Tennessee lost to Kennesaw State by a score of 24-16 and Marshall by a score of 42-28. The Blue Raiders have lost three games in a row and they are currently second to last in the CUSA standings. Middle Tennessee has scored 17.0 points per game with 239.2 passing yards and 82.8 rushing yards per game, while they have allowed 29.5 points against per game this season. Nicholas Vattiato has thrown for 1,392 yards, eight touchdowns, and four interceptions, while Jekail Middlebrook has rushed for 433 yards and two scores on 76 carries this season.
Matchup/League Facts
- Delaware has recorded the equal-most home wins by a margin of three points or less of any FBS team this season (1).
- Delaware ranks 135th among FBS teams for 4th down conversion percentage against this season (81.8).
- Middle Tennessee ranks 133rd among FBS teams for rushing yards per game this season (82.8).
- Middle Tennessee ranks 132nd among FBS teams for Q3 points per game this season (2.5).
Delaware vs Middle Tennessee Prediction
Both of these teams come into this matchup on small losing streaks, but Delaware will have the home field advantage. The Blue Hens have lost two games in a row and they have allowed 38 and 27 points in both games. Middle Tennessee has lost three games in a row and they have scored 20 points or fewer in two straight. I do think Delaware will get the win, but they haven’t shown the ability to cover a number like this on a consistent basis. Take Middle Tennessee to cover on the road.
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