Kent State vs. Tennessee prediction & betting tips - September 14th | College Football Week 3
The Kent State vs. Tennessee matchup will take place on Saturday, September 14th, at 7:45 p.m. ET. The Volunteers enter the game 2-0 and a big favorite, whereas the Golden Flashes are 0-2 to start the season and are a big underdog in this matchup.
While the game looks like a foregone conclusion, there are still some interesting bets you can place on the game.
Kent State vs. Tennessee predictions
There are a couple of matchups in the college football season that feature teams whose outcome is almost predictable. Barring a truly unforeseen series of events, the Volunteers will win this game. The team is a -100,000 favorite to win the game, and Kent State is a +5000 underdog.
Tennessee has the edge in every tangible stat. It has better star players, a stronger offense, and more smothering defense, and its special teams are better. There is nothing that Kent State does better than Tennessee.
So, fans can expect a lopsided game with a lot of offense from Tennessee and very little from Kent State.
However, it is always important for strong teams like Tennessee not to disregard weaker teams. Doing so can lead to closer games. Tennessee should try to put this matchup away early.
Kent State vs. Tennessee betting tips
Tip 1: Bet the under of 62.5 points (-110). While Tennessee is capable of putting up the points it needs to hit the over, it might rest its starters in the second half.
Tip 2: Bet on Tennessee's side of the 49.5-point spread (-107). Kent State might struggle to put up any points against the Volunteers.
Tip 3: Avoid the moneyline. There is almost zero payout for betting on Tennessee, and betting on Kent State is throwing away money.
Kent State vs. Tennessee head-to-head
This will be the first-ever matchup between the Tennesse Volunteers and Kent State Golden Flashes. It is not surprising that these teams have not competed in the past given the differences in the quality of each program.
Where to watch Kent State vs. Tennessee
Fans interested in tuning into this game between Kent State and Tennessee will be able to do so on the SEC Network. However, if fans do not have cable TV, they can stream the game on Fubo.
The game will take place on Saturday, September 14th, at 7:45 p.m. ET. Tennessee will host the game at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee.