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Written by Mac Douglass, Senior Editor
Dimers' simulation model projects a 90.1% win probability for Connecticut at Pratt and Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field.
Connecticut and Lafayette will lock horns in Week 1 college football action at Pratt and Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field on Saturday, beginning at 12:00 PM ET.
Dimers' advanced college football model projects Connecticut as the most likely winner in this Lafayette vs. UConn 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.
Lafayette vs. UConn prediction and odds
Using trusted machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Lafayette vs. UConn, forming part of our college football predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model gives Connecticut a 90.1% chance of defeating Lafayette. Our predicted final score has Connecticut winning 35-16.
According to our model, the bookmakers have got it right, and Lafayette and Connecticut each have a 50% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 52.5 points has a 52.4% 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: Lafayette +19.5 (-108) / UConn -19.5 (-109)
- Moneyline: Lafayette +860, UConn -1350
- Total: Over/Under 52.5 (-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: Lafayette +19.5 @ -108 via DraftKings
- Moneyline: Lafayette @ +860 via FanDuel
- Total: Under 52.5 @ -110 via bet365
According to our best college football bets, the top play to make on this game is Under 52.5 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 game between UConn and Lafayette at Pratt and Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field is scheduled to begin at 12:00 PM ET.
- Who: Lafayette vs. Connecticut
- Date: Saturday, September 5, 2026
- Time: 12:00 PM ET/9:00AM PT
- Venue: Pratt and Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field
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Conclusion
We predict Connecticut, with a 90.1% win probability, will likely beat Lafayette in Saturday's college football matchup.
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