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Written by Mac Douglass, Senior Editor
Dimers' simulation model projects a 96.8% win probability for Elon University at Davidson College Stadium.
Davidson will take on the favored Elon University in Week 1 college football action at Davidson College Stadium on Saturday, beginning at 6:00 PM ET.
Dimers' advanced college football model projects Elon University as the most likely winner in this Elon University vs. Davidson prediction.
This article offers an expanded analysis of 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.
Elon University vs. Davidson prediction and odds
Using powerful machine learning and statistical analysis, we have simulated the result of Elon University vs. Davidson, forming part of our college football predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model currently gives Elon University a 96.8% chance of beating Davidson. Our predicted final score has Elon University winning 45-13.
According to our model, Davidson (+33.5) has a 54.9% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 58.5 points has a 50.0% 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: Elon University -33.5 (-120) / Davidson +33.5 (-120)
- Moneyline: Elon University -8000, Davidson +1800
- 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 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: Davidson +33.5 @ -120 via DraftKings
- Moneyline: Elon University @ -8000 via bet365
- Total: Over 58.5 @ -110 via Caesars
According to our college football best bets, the top play to make on this game is Davidson +33.5 at the spread.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the current available odds.
Game info & kickoff details
Saturday's college football action between Davidson and Elon University at Davidson College Stadium is scheduled to start at 6:00 PM ET.
- Who: Elon University vs. Davidson
- Date: Saturday, September 5, 2026
- Time: 6:00 PM ET/3:00PM PT
- Venue: Davidson College Stadium
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Conclusion
We predict Elon University, with a 96.8% win probability, will likely beat Davidson in Saturday's college football matchup.
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