Western Kentucky vs Delaware Picks and Predictions for Friday, October 3, 2025

By: David Anicetti Published 09/28/2025, 09:12 PM ET

The Western Kentucky Hilltoppers visit the Delaware Blue Hens on Friday at Delaware Stadium. The opening kickoff is at 7:00 PM ET on CBSSN. Western Kentucky beat Missouri State 27–22 a week ago, this past Saturday, and is 2–0 in CUSA, while 4–1 overall. Delaware beat FIU 38–16 also a week ago, this past Saturday, and is 1–0 in CUSA, while 3–1 overall. Build your bankroll with our college football predictions.

Western Kentucky Preview

Western Kentucky has relied on quarterback Maverick McIvor, who has 1,474 passing yards, 11 touchdowns, and only two interceptions. Matthew Henry and K.D. Hutchinson have combined for six touchdowns and provide talented targets in the passing game. La’Vell Wright has 177 rushing yards and five touchdowns.

On defense, Jaylen Lewis leads with two interceptions, and Dominic Oliver has been part of the pass rush that has kept pressure on opponents. Western Kentucky has also been strong on special teams, with kicker John Cannon making 7 of 8 field goals this season.

Delaware Preview

Delaware has a balanced attack on offense with quarterback Nick Minicucci throwing for 1,065 yards, eight touchdowns, and two interceptions. Wide receiver Kyre Duplessis leads with 306 yards and two touchdowns, while running back Jo Silver provides 326 rushing yards and three touchdowns. The Blue Hens have been able to move the chains on sustained drives this season.

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On defense, safety KT Seay leads with 31 tackles, and linebacker Dillon Trainer has 2.5 sacks. Delaware has given up points but has plenty of stops as well to keep games in reach. Kicker Nate Reed is perfect on extra points and has made two field goals.

Western Kentucky vs Delaware Prediction

Western Kentucky has the passing advantage and a deeper wide receiver corps. Delaware relies on Silver to keep the run game steady, but McIvor’s consistency gives the Hilltoppers the advantage in this matchup. If Western Kentucky protects the quarterback, its passing game should be enough to win on the road. Final Score Prediction: Western Kentucky wins and covers ATS 33-21.