Merrimack vs. Yale prediction favors Yale to win in college football Week 5 [2026]

Using innovative machine learning and data analysis, we have re-simulated the result of Merrimack vs. Yale, forming part of our college football predictions coverage.

Our famous predictive model gives Yale an 82.6% chance of beating Merrimack. Our predicted final score has Yale winning 31-18. According to our model, Merrimack (+13.5) has a 50.7% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 48.5 points has a 54.9% chance of going over.

Latest betting odds

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

• Spread: Merrimack +13.5 (-109) / Yale -13.5 (-113)
• Moneyline: Merrimack +372, Yale -500
• Total: Over/Under 48.5 (-110/-112)

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: Merrimack +13.5 @ -109 via Caesars
• Moneyline: Yale @ -500 via bet365
• Total: Over 48.5 @ -110 via bet365

According to our college football best bets, the top play to make on this game is Over 48.5 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 Yale and Merrimack at Yale Bowl is scheduled to begin at 12:00 PM ET.

• Who: Merrimack vs. Yale
• Date: Saturday, October 3, 2026
• Time: 12:00 PM ET/9:00AM PT
• Venue: Yale Bowl

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Conclusion

We predict Yale, with an 82.6% win probability, will likely beat Merrimack 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.