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Written by Mac Douglass, Senior Editor
Get VMI vs Idaho State predictions for college football Saturday.
Idaho State will take on VMI in Week 0 college football action at ICCU Dome on Saturday, starting at 6:00 PM ET.
Dimers' advanced college football model projects Idaho State as the most likely winner in this VMI vs. Idaho State prediction.
This article offers a closer look at 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..
VMI vs. Idaho State prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using powerful machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of VMI vs. Idaho State, forming part of our college football predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model gives Idaho State a 98.5% chance of beating VMI. Our predicted final score has Idaho State winning 43-9.
According to our model, the bookies have got it right, and VMI and Idaho State each have a 50% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 57.5 points has a 57.9% chance of staying under.
VMI vs. Idaho State odds
We have sourced the best college football odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
- Spread: VMI +34.5 (-108) / Idaho State -34.5 (-110)
- Moneyline: VMI +2800, Idaho State -10000
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
VMI vs. Idaho State 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: VMI +34.5 @ -108 via DraftKings
- Moneyline: Idaho State @ -10000 via Bet365
- Total: Under 57.5 @ -105 via Bet365
According to our best college football 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 sportsbook odds.
VMI vs. Idaho State game-day updates and essential details
Saturday's college football game between Idaho State and VMI at ICCU Dome is scheduled to commence at 6:00 PM ET.
- Who: VMI vs. Idaho State
- Date: Saturday, August 29, 2026
- Time: 6:00 PM ET/3:00PM PT
- Venue: ICCU Dome
Conclusion
We predict Idaho State, with a 98.5% win probability, will likely beat VMI in Saturday's college football matchup.
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Mac Douglass specializes in NFL previews for the NFC South and NFC East, MLB best bets, Formula 1 race previews, and professional tennis insights. Combining predictive simulations and data-driven sports analysis, Mac provides in-depth content to elevate the betting experience for sports fans.
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