Colgate vs. Richmond prediction: Why Richmond is favored to win in college football Week 8 [2026]

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

Our leading predictive model currently gives Richmond a 54.8% chance of defeating Colgate. Our predicted final score has Richmond winning 22-20. According to our model, Colgate (+3.5) has a 57.7% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 41.5 points has a 55.8% chance of going over.

Latest betting odds

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

• Spread: Colgate +3.5 (-125) / Richmond -3.5 (+113)
• Moneyline: Colgate +113, Richmond -115
• Total: Over/Under 41.5 (-110/-111)

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

Model picks and best bet

After matching our probabilities against the best current 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 +3.5 @ 56¢ via Novig
• Moneyline: Richmond @ 53¢ via Novig
• Total: Over 41.5 @ -110 via bet365

According to our best college football bets, the top play to make on this game is Over 41.5 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 matchup between Richmond and Colgate at E. Claiborne Robins Stadium is scheduled to begin at 2:00 PM ET.

• Who: Colgate vs. Richmond
• Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
• Time: 2:00 PM ET/11:00 AM PT
• Venue: E. Claiborne Robins Stadium

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Conclusion

We predict Richmond, with a 54.8% 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.