Colgate vs. Harvard prediction favors Harvard to win in college football Week 5 [2026]

Using innovative machine learning and data analysis, we have re-simulated the result of Colgate vs. Harvard, forming part of our college football predictions coverage.

Our independent predictive model gives Harvard a 63.0% chance of defeating Colgate. Our predicted final score has Harvard winning 23-19. According to our model, Colgate (+4.5) has a 50.6% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 40.5 points has a 54.7% chance of going over.

Latest betting odds

We have researched the best college football odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

• Spread: Colgate +4.5 (-110) / Harvard -4.5 (-109)
• Moneyline: Colgate +158, Harvard -185
• Total: Over/Under 40.5 (-109/-107)

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

Model picks and best bet

After matching our predictions against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets in this matchup. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:

• Spread: Colgate +4.5 @ -110 via DraftKings
• Moneyline: Colgate @ +158 via DraftKings
• Total: Over 40.5 @ -109 via Caesars

According to our college football best bets, the top play to make on this game is Over 40.5 total points.

These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the current available odds.

Game info & kickoff details

Saturday's college football action between Harvard and Colgate at Harvard Stadium is scheduled to begin at 7:00 PM ET.

• Who: Colgate vs. Harvard
• Date: Saturday, October 3, 2026
• Time: 7:00 PM ET/4:00PM PT
• Venue: Harvard Stadium

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Conclusion

We predict Harvard, with a 63.0% win probability, will likely beat Colgate in Saturday's college football matchup.

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This article's predictions and probabilities are generated by Dimers' proprietary College Football prediction model. Our editorial team reviews the resulting content for accuracy and presentation before publication.