Drake vs. Montana prediction: Why Montana is favored to win in college football Week 1 [2026]
Dimers' simulation model projects a 98.3% win probability for Montana at Washington-Grizzly Stadium.

Montana and Drake will meet in Week 1 college football action at Washington-Grizzly Stadium on Saturday, starting at 3:00 PM ET.
Dimers' proven college football model projects Montana as the most likely winner in this Drake vs. Montana prediction.
This article offers further insights into Saturday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and picks, backed by the same system that has dominated college football and NFL betting markets across multiple seasons.
Drake vs. Montana prediction and odds
Our famous predictive model gives Montana a 98.3% chance of beating Drake. Our predicted final score has Montana winning 46-10.
According to our model, the bookies have got it right, and Drake and Montana each have a 50% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 58.5 points has a 53.0% chance of staying under.
Latest betting odds
We have researched the best college football odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
- Spread: Drake +35.5 (-110) / Montana -35.5 (-110)
- Moneyline: Drake +3000, Montana -25000
- Total: Over/Under 58.5 (-110/-110)
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: Drake +35.5 @ -110 via bet365
- Moneyline: Montana @ -25000 via bet365
- Total: Under 58.5 @ -110 via bet365
According to our college football best bets, the top play to make on this game is Under 58.5 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 Montana and Drake at Washington-Grizzly Stadium is scheduled to start at 3:00 PM ET.
- Who: Drake vs. Montana
- Date: Saturday, September 5, 2026
- Time: 3:00 PM ET/12:00PM PT
- Venue: Washington-Grizzly Stadium
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Conclusion
We predict Montana, with a 98.3% win probability, will likely beat Drake in Saturday's college football matchup.
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