Akron vs Bowling Green Picks and Predictions for Tuesday, November 18, 2025
Akron (4–7, 3–4 MAC) travels to Bowling Green to meet the Falcons (3–7, 1–5 MAC) in Tuesday Mid-American Conference action. The Zips are coming off a 42–35 overtime loss to Kent State after winning two straight. Bowling Green has lost four in a row, including a 27–21 defeat at Eastern Michigan last week. Score and win with college football picks.
Akron vs Bowling Green Game Information
Kickoff: 8:00 PM ET, November 18
Where: Doyt L. Perry Stadium, Bowling Green, OH
TV: ESPNU
Sign Up Get $30 Premium Picks Credit + Exclusive Offers
Subscribe Now
Akron Preview
Quarterback Ben Finley leads Akron with 2,299 yards, 18 touchdowns, and eight interceptions. Finely has a strong corps of receivers, including Marcel Williams with 567 yards and Kyan Mason and Israel Polk combining for over 900 yards and 12 touchdowns. Jordan Gant gives the Zips steady work on the ground with 946 yards and six touchdowns at 5.0 yards per carry.
On defense, Shammond Cooper leads Akron with 60 tackles, and the secondary has produced four interceptions by Malcom DeWalt IV and Elijah Reed. The defensive line has spread out its pressure, with Bruno Dall, Julien Laventure, and Cyrus Durham contributing sacks. Akron has been competitive over the last month, winning two of its last three before the overtime loss to Kent State. Betting on sports and on Akron is easy, but even easier if you use the best sportsbooks.
Akron – Trends
- Akron is 4–1 ATS in its last 5 games against Bowling Green
- The total has gone OVER in 7 of Akron’s last 10 games
- The total has gone OVER in 5 of Akron’s last 6 games played in November
- Akron is 3–8 ATS in its last 11 road games at Bowling Green
Bowling Green Preview
Bowling Green has used multiple quarterbacks, with Drew Pyne leading at 882 yards, four touchdowns, and five interceptions. The Falcons have 1,549 passing yards and 9 touchdowns as a team. Jyrin Johnson leads with 383 receiving yards, and RJ Garcia II adds 278 yards. The run game is led by Chris McMillian, Austyn Dendy, and Cameron Pettaway, who have combined for 858 yards and six touchdowns.
Linebacker Gideon Lampron leads Bowling Green with 100 tackles, and Myles Bradley has four sacks. Eriq George and Evan Branch-Haynes add more pressure up front, while JoJo Johnson has the team’s lone interception. Kicker Jackson Kleather has converted 15 of 17 field goals with a long of 56. Bowling Green’s recent stretch includes losses to Eastern Michigan, Buffalo, Kent State, and Central Michigan. Make sure you know about how the fans are looking on prediction markets for Bowling Green with the social sportsbooks.
Bowling Green – Trends
- Bowling Green is 1–5 ATS in its last 6 games
- The total has gone UNDER in 7 of Bowling Green’s last 9 home games
- Bowling Green is 8–3 ATS in its last 11 home games vs Akron
- The total has gone UNDER in 9 of the last 13 meetings between these teams
Akron vs Bowling Green Prediction
Akron has shown more scoring ability recently, while Bowling Green has struggled to finish drives. The Zips have covered well in this matchup, but Bowling Green’s home trends point to a closer game, giving the Falcons the advantage. Akron’s passing production gives it a better chance to stay close. Final Score Prediction: Bowling Green Falcons win, but fall short ATS, 23–21. Getting the most out of your bets on Akron vs Bowling Green can be done by using the Fanatics Sportsbook promo code.
Betting on College Football?
- Bet with other College Football fans at the best sportsbooks
- Sign up today and get started with the latest college football sportsbook promos
Spend $10 Get 200 in Bonus Picks
$200 in No Sweat Entries + A Free Pick
Get 100% on any coins purchase up to $100
Best Picks:
- Akron Zips +4.5
- Under 47.5
- Jordan Gant Anytime Touchdown
