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Written by Mac Douglass, Senior Editor
Dimers' simulation model projects a 90.8% win probability for Middle Tennessee at Johnny "Red" Floyd Stadium.
Middle Tennessee and Murray State will lock horns in Week 1 college football action at Johnny "Red" Floyd Stadium on Saturday, beginning at 7:00 PM ET.
Dimers' proven college football model projects Middle Tennessee as the most likely winner in this Murray State vs. Middle Tennessee 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.
Murray State vs. Middle Tennessee prediction and odds
Using powerful machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the result of Murray State vs. Middle Tennessee, forming part of our college football predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model gives Middle Tennessee a 90.8% chance of defeating Murray State. Our predicted final score has Middle Tennessee winning 37-16.
According to our model, Murray State (+21.5) has a 53.7% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 57.5 points has a 57.6% 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: Murray State +21.5 (-115) / Middle Tennessee -21.5 (+100)
- Moneyline: Murray State +1100, Middle Tennessee -1800
- Total: Over/Under 57.5 (-112/-105)
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: Murray State +21.5 @ -115 via FanDuel
- Moneyline: Murray State @ +1100 via ESPN BET
- Total: Under 57.5 @ -105 via bet365
According to our college football best bets, the top play to make on this game is Under 57.5 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 Middle Tennessee and Murray State at Johnny "Red" Floyd Stadium is scheduled to start at 7:00 PM ET.
- Who: Murray State vs. Middle Tennessee
- Date: Saturday, September 5, 2026
- Time: 7:00 PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: Johnny "Red" Floyd Stadium
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Conclusion
We predict Middle Tennessee, with a 90.8% win probability, will likely beat Murray State in Saturday's college football matchup.
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