Bowling Green vs Ohio Prediction, Odds & Best Prop Bets โ€“ NCAAF, Week 5

Footballs sit ready on the field before an NCAA football game on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023, in Muncie, Ind. (AP Photo/Doug McSchooler)
(AP Photo/Doug McSchooler)
  • Ohio is a -9.5 point favorite vs. Bowling Green
  • Bowling Green vs. Ohio Total (Over/Under): 50.5 points
  • TV Channel: CBSN

Bowling Green (2-2) visit Peden Stadium to take on Ohio (2-2) on Sep. 27 in Athens, OH. Kickoff is scheduled for 12:00pm EDT.

Ohio is a betting favorite in Week 5, with the spread sitting at -9.5 (-115).

The Bowling Green vs. Ohio Over/Under is 50.5 total points.

Bet now on Ohio vs Bowling Green & all NCAAF games with BetMGM

Bowling Green vs. Ohio Odds, Spread, Over/Under:

SpreadTotal (O/U)Moneyline
Bowling Green+9.5 -10550.5 -105290
Ohio -9.5 -11550.5 -115-375

Bowling Green vs Ohio Prediction:

The winning team model predicts Ohio will win this game with 76.8% confidence, based on game simulations, offensive & defensive matchups and recent game results.

This winning team prediction factors in up-to-date player injuries for both Bowling Green and Ohio, key player performances this season and recent team trends.

Bowling Green vs Ohio Spread Prediction:

Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the model predicts Bowling Green will cover the spread with 51.3% confidence.

This prediction against the spread factors in ATS performances for both teams, opening and current betting lines plus public and sharp money already wagered on this matchup.


Bet now on Ohio vs Bowling Green and all games with BetMGM


  • Bowling Green has hit the 1Q Game Total Under in 8 of their last 13 games (+4.74 Units / 30% ROI)
  • Bowling Green has hit the 1H Game Total Under in 9 of their last 14 games (+4.55 Units / 29% ROI)
  • Bowling Green has hit the Moneyline in 4 of their last 6 away games (+2.10 Units / 10% ROI)
  • Bowling Green has hit the 1H Moneyline in 4 of their last 6 away games (+2.00 Units / 12% ROI)
  • Bowling Green have covered the Spread in 4 of their last 6 away games (+1.80 Units / 27% ROI)
  • Ohio has hit the Moneyline in 11 of their last 14 games (+8.65 Units / 11% ROI)
  • Ohio has hit the 1H Moneyline in their last 6 games at home (+6.20 Units / 11% ROI)
  • Ohio have covered the Spread in 10 of their last 14 games (+5.60 Units / 36% ROI)
  • Ohio has hit the 1Q Game Total Under in 9 of their last 14 games (+3.55 Units / 23% ROI)
  • Ohio have covered the 1H Spread in 9 of their last 14 games (+3.20 Units / 20% ROI)

Bowling Green Against the Spread (ATS) Record

Bowling Green is 3-1 against the spread this college football season (+1.9 Units / 43.18% ROI).

  • Bowling Green is 2-2 when betting on the Moneyline for +0.9 Units / 5.63% ROI
  • Bowling Green is 2-2 when betting the Over for -0.2 Units / -4.55% ROI
  • Bowling Green is 2-2 when betting the Under for -0.2 Units / -4.55% ROI

Ohio Against the Spread (ATS) Record

Ohio iss 3-1 against the spread this college football season (+1.9 Units / 43.18% ROI).

  • Ohio is 2-2 when betting on the Moneyline for +0.5 Units / 1.16% ROI
  • Ohio is 2-2 when betting the Over for -0.2 Units / -4.55% ROI
  • Ohio is 2-2 when betting the Under for -0.2 Units / -4.55% ROI

Bowling Green: Keys to the Game vs. Ohio

Bowling Green TEs had 26 receptions for 20 or more yards last season– most among FBS Teams

Bowling Green’s QBs has thrown for 660 passing yards in 4 games (just 165.0 YPG) this season — T-18th-worst among FBS teams. Ohio’s defense has allowed 266.5 passing yards per game this season — 20th-worst among FBS defenses.

Bowling Green TEs have 8 receptions for 20 or more yards in the 4th quarter since the 2024 season– 2nd-most among FBS Teams

Bowling Green TEs were targeted 13.5 times per game (176/13) last season– highest among FBS Teams; Average: 5.1

Bowling Green TEs were targeted 176 times last season– most among FBS Teams

Ohio: Keys to the Game vs. Bowling Green

Ohio RBs rushed for 5 TDs in the Red Zone last week– most among FBS Teams

Ohio’s offense has thrown for 3,583 passing yards in 18 games (just 199.1 YPG) since the 2024 season — 31st-worst among FBS offenses. Bowling Green’s defense has allowed just 198.1 passing yards per game since the 2024 season — 34th-best among FBS defenses.

Ohio RBs rushed for 6 TDs last week– most among FBS Teams

Ohio rushed for 6 TDs last week– 3rd-most among FBS Offenses

Ohio has 286 receptions in 18 games (just 15.9 per game) since the 2024 season — 27th-worst among FBS skill players. Bowling Green’s defense has allowed just 16.6 receptions per game since the 2024 season — T-23rd-best among FBS defenses.

Matchup Notes for Bowling Green vs. Ohio

Ohio RBs rushed for 5 TDs in the Red Zone last week– most among FBS Teams

Ohio’s offense has thrown for 3,583 passing yards in 18 games (just 199.1 YPG) since the 2024 season — 31st-worst among FBS offenses. Bowling Green’s defense has allowed just 198.1 passing yards per game since the 2024 season — 34th-best among FBS defenses.

Ohio RBs rushed for 6 TDs last week– most among FBS Teams

Ohio rushed for 6 TDs last week– 3rd-most among FBS Offenses

Ohio has 286 receptions in 18 games (just 15.9 per game) since the 2024 season — 27th-worst among FBS skill players. Bowling Green’s defense has allowed just 16.6 receptions per game since the 2024 season — T-23rd-best among FBS defenses.

Bowling Green TEs had 26 receptions for 20 or more yards last season– most among FBS Teams

Bowling Green’s QBs has thrown for 660 passing yards in 4 games (just 165.0 YPG) this season — T-18th-worst among FBS teams. Ohio’s defense has allowed 266.5 passing yards per game this season — 20th-worst among FBS defenses.

Bowling Green TEs have 8 receptions for 20 or more yards in the 4th quarter since the 2024 season– 2nd-most among FBS Teams

Bowling Green TEs were targeted 13.5 times per game (176/13) last season– highest among FBS Teams; Average: 5.1

Bowling Green TEs were targeted 176 times last season– most among FBS Teams

Bowling Green Offensive Stats & Trends

Bowling Green TEs had 26 receptions for 20 or more yards last season– most among FBS Teams

Bowling Green’s QBs has thrown for 660 passing yards in 4 games (just 165.0 YPG) this season — T-18th-worst among FBS teams. Ohio’s defense has allowed 266.5 passing yards per game this season — 20th-worst among FBS defenses.

Bowling Green TEs have 8 receptions for 20 or more yards in the 4th quarter since the 2024 season– 2nd-most among FBS Teams

Bowling Green TEs were targeted 13.5 times per game (176/13) last season– highest among FBS Teams; Average: 5.1

Bowling Green TEs were targeted 176 times last season– most among FBS Teams

Ohio Offensive Stats & Trends

Ohio RBs rushed for 5 TDs in the Red Zone last week– most among FBS Teams

Ohio’s offense has thrown for 3,583 passing yards in 18 games (just 199.1 YPG) since the 2024 season — 31st-worst among FBS offenses. Bowling Green’s defense has allowed just 198.1 passing yards per game since the 2024 season — 34th-best among FBS defenses.

Ohio RBs rushed for 6 TDs last week– most among FBS Teams

Ohio rushed for 6 TDs last week– 3rd-most among FBS Offenses

Ohio has 286 receptions in 18 games (just 15.9 per game) since the 2024 season — 27th-worst among FBS skill players. Bowling Green’s defense has allowed just 16.6 receptions per game since the 2024 season — T-23rd-best among FBS defenses.

Bowling Green Defensive Stats & Trends

Bowling Green TEs had 26 receptions for 20 or more yards last season– most among FBS Teams

Bowling Green’s QBs has thrown for 660 passing yards in 4 games (just 165.0 YPG) this season — T-18th-worst among FBS teams. Ohio’s defense has allowed 266.5 passing yards per game this season — 20th-worst among FBS defenses.

Bowling Green TEs have 8 receptions for 20 or more yards in the 4th quarter since the 2024 season– 2nd-most among FBS Teams

Bowling Green TEs were targeted 13.5 times per game (176/13) last season– highest among FBS Teams; Average: 5.1

Bowling Green TEs were targeted 176 times last season– most among FBS Teams

Ohio Defensive Stats & Trends

Ohio RBs rushed for 5 TDs in the Red Zone last week– most among FBS Teams

Ohio’s offense has thrown for 3,583 passing yards in 18 games (just 199.1 YPG) since the 2024 season — 31st-worst among FBS offenses. Bowling Green’s defense has allowed just 198.1 passing yards per game since the 2024 season — 34th-best among FBS defenses.

Ohio RBs rushed for 6 TDs last week– most among FBS Teams

Ohio rushed for 6 TDs last week– 3rd-most among FBS Offenses

Ohio has 286 receptions in 18 games (just 15.9 per game) since the 2024 season — 27th-worst among FBS skill players. Bowling Green’s defense has allowed just 16.6 receptions per game since the 2024 season — T-23rd-best among FBS defenses.


Bet now on Ohio vs Bowling Green and all games with BetMGM


More College Football Betting at BetMGM

BetMGM is the best online sportsbook for college football betting.

Whether youโ€™re a first-time bettor checking out the best sportsbook promos, a casual fan betting on Georgia football national championship odds, Michigan football odds, or Ohio State playoff odds, or a longtime diehard breaking down trends for live sports betting, there are entertainment options for everyone.

Visit the sportsbook today to place a college football bet online!

The content provided in this blog is intended for entertainment purposes only. All views and opinions expressed are the authors and reflect their individual perspectives on sports, betting, and related topics. This content should not be considered professional betting advice or the official views of BetMGM LLC. Please gamble responsibly. If you or someone you know is experiencing issues related to gambling, seek help from a licensed health professional. This blog is not liable for any losses, damages, or consequences resulting from betting activities.

About the Author Read More @BETMGM

Our BetMGM betting authors are experts who focus on individual game matchups & player prop bets with an emphasis on betting odds, lines & predictions.

Our BetMGM betting authors are experts who focus on individual game matchups & player prop bets with an emphasis on betting odds, lines & predictions.