UConn’s season has been oddly tumultuous.
After entering the season with some hype, the Huskies started off with a 59-13 win over Central Connecticut. Then they nearly beat Syracuse, losing 27-20 on the road.
But then they lost 44-41 in overtime to Delaware, which is its first season in the FBS. After a loss like that, the Huskies will absolutely want to win this week and get back on track toward bowl eligibility.
They take on Ball State, which is 1-2 to start the year. The Cardinals have lost to Purdue 31-0 and Auburn 42-3 on the road. But they did beat New Hampshire 34-29, Mike Uremovich’s first win as Ball State’s head coach. They could be entering this week’s matchup with some momentum.
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Ball State vs. UConn College Football Betting
UConn is a -21.5 college football betting odds favorite against Ball State, with the Over/Under being 53.5.
The moneyline for UConn is -2000, while it’s +1000 for Ball State.
Ball State vs. UConn On TV
The matchup between Ball State and UConn will be televised on CBSSN.
The game will kick off at 3:30 p.m. ET on Saturday, Sept. 20. The contest is taking place at Pratt & Whitney Stadium in East Hartford, Connecticut.
Ball State vs. UConn Prediction
I predict UConn will win and cover the 21.5-point spread. I also project the game will go Over 53.5 total points.
At 1-2, it’s easy to look at UConn and think this program has taken a step back. But I think this is where the Huskies will show that they still have a talented team that’s capable of getting to a bowl game in 2025.
UConn quarterback Joe Fagnano has passed for 865 yards, five touchdowns, and no interceptions while completing 66% of his throws. Cam Edwards has run for 306 yards and three touchdowns on a 6.1 yards-per-carry average. Skyler Bell has caught 22 passes for 332 yards and two scores.
I think those three offensive playmakers for the Huskies are going to thrive here, especially at home.
