Western Kentucky vs Missouri State Picks and Prediction for Saturday, September 27, 2025

By: Cameron Ross Updated 09/27/2025, 01:14 AM ET
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Western Kentucky vs Missouri State Game Information

The Western Kentucky Hilltoppers returned to the road this week with a game in Missouri against the Missouri State Bears inside Robert W. Plaster Stadium at 7:00 PM. Western Kentucky is playing well this year, coming into this week with three wins and one loss in the year, following a 15-point home victory against Nevada in their last outing. Missouri State continues a homestand this week with two wins and two losses overall after a 32-point victory last week. Get the edge this weekend with our free college football picks backed by data and trends.

Western Kentucky Preview

Offensively, Western Kentucky has been solid all season, averaging 37 points per game overall. Defensively, Western Kentucky has allowed just 22.75 points per game this season, but gave up 45 points in its lone loss of the year. Maverick McIvor leads the Western Kentucky offense this season with 1157 yards and 10 scores on 102 completions. Marvis Parrish leads the team with 33 carries for 137 yards this season. Moussa Barry is the top receiver on the roster with 222 yards on 14 grabs, while Matthew Henry has added 12 catches for 205 yards and three scores.

Missouri State Preview

The Missouri State offense has been mediocre this season, averaging 21.25 points per game overall. Defensively, Missouri State has allowed 32.75 points per game this year, but has given up an average of 50.5 points per game during their two losses. Jacob Clark leads Missouri State this season with 1052 yards and eight scores on 80 completions. Shomari Lawrence is the top ball carrier on the team with 208 yards and one touchdown on 50 carries. Dash Luke leads all Missouri State receivers with 19 catches for 239 yards and two touchdowns.

Western Kentucky vs Missouri State Prediction

Western Kentucky is the better team in this matchup, and it will show from early on this week. Look for Western Kentucky to come out strong as they take advantage of a mediocre Missouri State team. The Hilltoppers will secure the win and cover as they secure their second conference victory of the season this week. Final Score Prediction, Western Kentucky Hilltoppers win and cover 31-14.

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