The Northwestern Wildcats (2-3) are heavily favored, by 24 points, versus the FCS Howard Bison on Saturday, October 7, 2023 at Ryan Field. The over/under is 53 in the contest.
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Northwestern vs. Howard Odds
| Favorite | Spread | Favorite Spread Odds | Underdog Spread Odds | Total | Over Total Odds | Under Total Odds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northwestern | -24 | -110 | -110 | 53 | -110 | -110 |
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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
| Northwestern | Howard | |
|---|---|---|
| Off. Points per Game (Rank) | 21.8 (109) | 23.0 (21) |
| Def. Points per Game (Rank) | 28.8 (89) | 33.0 (14) |
| Turnovers Allowed (Rank) | 5 (29) | 0 (1) |
| Turnovers Forced (Rank) | 5 (99) | 1 (32) |
Northwestern vs. Howard Betting Insights
Northwestern Stats and Trends
- Northwestern has a record of 2-2-0 against the spread this season.
- This season, games featuring Northwestern have gone over the point total every time.
- The Wildcats and their opponents have scored a combined total of more than 53 points twice this season (over five games).
- Northwestern’s games this season have had an average of 43.9 points, 9.1 fewer than this matchup’s over/under.
Howard Stats and Trends
- Howard has covered in its only game with a spread this season.
- Each Howard game has gone over the point total this season.
- Howard has a 55.0-point average over/under in their outings this season, 2.0 more points than this game’s total.
Northwestern Players to Watch
- Ben Bryant has passed for 926 yards while completing 59% of his throws (95-of-161), with six touchdowns and three interceptions (185.2 yards per game).
- Cam Porter has taken 56 attempts for a team-leading 221 rushing yards (44.2 yards per game) while scoring one touchdown.
- So far this year A.J. Henning has run for 76 yards on 12 carries (15.2 ypg), with one rushing touchdown. Henning also makes an impact in the passing game, catching 17 passes for 109 yards (21.8 ypg) while scoring two touchdowns.
- Bryce Kirtz has hauled in 20 passes for a team-best 286 yards while scoring two touchdowns. He averages 71.5 yards per game.
- Cam Johnson has also contributed with 22 receptions for 257 yards.
- This season Joseph Himon II is averaging 24.6 yards per game, with seven catches for 123 yards and one touchdown.
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