Bowling Green vs Ohio Picks and Prediction for Saturday, September 27, 2025

By: Jake Allman Updated 09/27/2025, 01:26 AM ET
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Bowling Green vs Ohio Game Information

Bowling Green and Ohio meet Saturday in a key MAC matchup at Peden Stadium. Both teams sit at 2-2 overall and open conference play looking to establish momentum early in the season. Kickoff is set for 12:00 PM ET on CBSSN with temperatures in the mid-60s. ESPNโ€™s analytics favor the Bobcats with a 70% chance to win at home. Saturday success begins with free college football picks you can rely on.

Bowling Green Preview

The Falcons have shown some stability in the first four games, splitting results with wins against Louisiana and Liberty. Quarterback Drew Pyne has provided steady passing, completing 57 of 85 attempts for 529 yards and two touchdowns. Kaderris Roberts has been productive when given touches, posting 152 rushing yards on just 27 carries, while tight end Jyrin Johnson leads the team with 138 receiving yards. The Falcons competed well early against Cincinnati and Louisville but fell off late in those games. Bowling Greenโ€™s defense has some pressure from Eriq George, who leads with two sacks, while linebacker Dorian Pringle is the tackling leader with 27.

Ohio Preview

Ohio brings a more balanced look to this matchup after splitting its first four games as well. Quarterback Parker Navarro has been at the center of the offense, throwing for 580 yards with five touchdowns while also adding 183 rushing yards on 32 carries. His ability to extend plays on the ground has been crucial in red-zone situations. Wide receiver Chase Hendricks has been a difference-maker with 20 receptions for 312 yards and two touchdowns, giving Navarro a reliable target downfield. On defense, Anas Luqman has notched two sacks, while safety Adonis Williams Jr. has 23 tackles, providing stability in the secondary. The Bobcats have been competitive against stronger competition, pushing Rutgers to the wire and picking up wins over West Virginia and Gardner-Webb.

Ohio vs Bowling Green Prediction

The matchup sets up well for Ohio. Navarroโ€™s dual-threat ability, combined with Hendricksโ€™ consistency in the passing game, gives the Bobcats multiple ways to attack a Bowling Green defense that has bent against quality opponents. The Falcons need to control tempo with Roberts on the ground to stay in striking distance, but the passing attack has not been explosive enough to consistently answer when opponents take control. Ohioโ€™s offense should dictate pace and extend drives, while Bowling Green can do enough to push the game over the total.

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Prediction: Ohio 31, Bowling Green 20

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