Norfolk State vs. South Carolina State prediction favors South Carolina State to win in college football Week 8 [2026]

Using powerful machine learning and data, we have re-simulated the outcome of Norfolk State vs. South Carolina State, forming part of our college football predictions coverage.

Our leading predictive model gives South Carolina State an 86.7% chance of defeating Norfolk State. Our predicted final score has South Carolina State winning 35-20. According to our model, Norfolk State (+14.5) has a 50.4% chance of covering the spread, while the 56.5-point over/under has a 50.8% 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: Norfolk State +14.5 (-110) / South Carolina State -14.5 (-110)
• Moneyline: Norfolk State +501, South Carolina State -525
• Total: Over/Under 56.5 (+108/-111)

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: Norfolk State +14.5 @ -110 via Caesars
• Moneyline: South Carolina State @ 84¢ via Novig
• Total: Over 56.5 @ 48¢ via Novig

According to our college football best bets, the top play to make on this game is South Carolina State to win.

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 matchup between South Carolina State and Norfolk State at Oliver C. Dawson Stadium is scheduled to begin at 1:30 PM ET.

• Who: Norfolk State vs. South Carolina State
• Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
• Time: 1:30 PM ET/10:30 AM PT
• Venue: Oliver C. Dawson Stadium

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Conclusion

We predict South Carolina State, with an 86.7% win probability, will likely beat Norfolk State 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.