Delaware vs. Western Kentucky prediction: Why Western Kentucky is favored to win in college football Week 9 [2026]

Using innovative machine learning and statistical analysis, we have re-simulated the result of Delaware vs. Western Kentucky, forming part of our college football predictions coverage.

Our independent predictive model gives Western Kentucky a 50.1% chance of defeating Delaware. Our predicted score is Delaware 28-28 Western Kentucky.

According to our model, Western Kentucky (+2.5) has a 55.5% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 57.5 points has a 52.1% chance of staying under. While there is no way for a college football game to end in a tie, our prediction of 28-28 is based on each team's average score in the above-mentioned simulations of Delaware vs. Western Kentucky.

Latest betting odds

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

• Spread: Delaware -2.5 (+113) / Western Kentucky +2.5 (-117)
• Moneyline: Delaware -106, Western Kentucky +104
• Total: Over/Under 57.5 (+100/-104)

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 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: Western Kentucky +2.5 @ 54¢ via Novig
• Moneyline: Western Kentucky @ 49¢ via Novig
• Total: Under 57.5 @ 51¢ via Novig

According to our college football best bets, the top play to make on this game is Western Kentucky +2.5 at the spread.

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

Game info & kickoff details

Tuesday's college football game between Western Kentucky and Delaware at Houchens Industries-L.T. Smith Stadium is scheduled to begin at 7:00 PM ET.

• Who: Delaware vs. Western Kentucky
• Date: Tuesday, October 27, 2026
• Time: 7:00 PM ET/4:00 PM PT
• Venue: Houchens Industries-L.T. Smith Stadium

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Conclusion

We predict Western Kentucky, with a 50.1% win probability, will likely beat Delaware in Tuesday'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.