Vanderbilt vs. Hawaii: College Football Betting Picks, Predictions and Tips – August 26, 2023

The Hawaii Rainbow Warriors (0-0) will look to upset the Vanderbilt Commodores (0-0) on Saturday, August 26, 2023 at Vanderbilt Stadium. The Commodores are undoubtedly the favorites in this one, with the line posted at 17 points. The over/under is set at 54.5 in the outing.

Vanderbilt vs. Hawaii Odds

Computer Pick

Predictions are calculated by a data-driven algorithm (raw power score) that ranks head-to-head matchup results within a closed network of games. Prediction confidence is determined by the delta between each team’s raw power score.

Team Stat Comparison (2022)

Vanderbilt vs. Hawaii Betting Insights (2022)

Vanderbilt Stats and Trends

• Vanderbilt went 5-7-0 ATS last season.
• The Commodores did not cover the spread when favored by 17 points or more last season (in one opportunity).
• A total of six Vanderbilt games last season hit the over.
• In 10 games last season, the Commodores and their opponents went over 54.5 combined points.
• The average total in Vanderbilt’s matchups last season was 56.0, 1.5 more points than the over/under for this game.

Hawaii Stats and Trends (2022)

• Hawaii put together a 9-4-0 record against the spread last year.
• The Rainbow Warriors covered the spread twice last year (2-1 ATS) when playing as at least 17-point underdogs.
• A total of four of Hawaii games last season went over the point total.
• The Rainbow Warriors played seven games last season that finished with a combined score over 54.5 points.
• The average over/under for Hawaii’s outings last year was 56.5, 2.0 more points than this game’s total.

Vanderbilt Players to Watch (2022 Stats)

• Last season AJ Swann put up 1,274 passing yards (141.6 per game) while going 115-for-198 (58.1%) and throwing for 10 touchdowns with two interceptions.
• Re’Mahn Davis rushed for 1,042 yards on 232 attempts (86.8 yards per game) and scored five touchdowns a season ago.
• Mike Wright totaled 517 rushing yards on 71 carries, with five touchdowns on the ground, last season.
• Last season Will Sheppard reeled in 60 passes for 776 yards (64.7 per game) with nine touchdowns.
• Jayden McGowan contributed with 44 catches for 453 yards and three touchdowns.
• Quincy Skinner Jr. caught 17 passes on zero targets for 238 yards and two touchdowns, averaging 29.8 yards per game.
• Last season, Christian James totaled three sacks, five TFL and 29 tackles.
• Anfernee Orji collected 94 tackles, four TFL, one sack, and one interception over the course of his last campaign.
• De’Rickey Wright intercepted three passes while adding 53 tackles, two TFL, and five passes defended a season ago.

Hawaii Players to Watch (2022 Stats)

• Last year Brayden Schager totaled 2,348 passing yards (195.7 per game) while going 221-for-400 (55.2%) and throwing for 13 touchdowns with 10 interceptions.
• Dedrick Parson ran for 825 yards on 186 attempts (63.5 yards per game) and scored 11 touchdowns a season ago.
• Last year Tylan Hines rushed for 634 yards on 83 carries (57.6 yards per game), with two rushing touchdowns.
• Last year Zion Bowens grabbed 35 passes for 494 yards (54.9 per game) and four touchdowns.
• Jalen Walthall chipped in with 27 grabs for 333 yards and one touchdown. He was targeted zero times, and posted 33.3 receiving yards per game.
• Caleb Phillips caught 31 passes on zero targets for 317 yards and three touchdowns, averaging 35.2 receiving yards per game.
• John Tuitupou showed out with an impressive stat line of four sacks, four TFL and 27 tackles.
• Over the course of his 2022 campaign, Penei Pavihi racked up 74 tackles, three TFL, and one sack.
• Last season Virdel Edwards reeled in three interceptions and added 42 tackles and four passes defended.