Albany NY vs. Rhode Island prediction: Why Rhode Island is favored to win in college football Week 8 [2026]

Using powerful machine learning and statistical analysis, we have re-simulated the outcome of Albany NY vs. Rhode Island, forming part of our college football predictions coverage.

Our leading predictive model currently gives Rhode Island a 62.7% chance of defeating Albany NY. Our predicted final score has Rhode Island winning 25-20. According to our model, Albany NY (+6.5) has a 52.0% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 43.5 points has a 57.6% chance of going over.

Latest betting odds

We have sourced the best college football odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

• Spread: Albany NY +6.5 (-110) / Rhode Island -6.5 (-112)
• Moneyline: Albany NY +170, Rhode Island -178
• Total: Over/Under 43.5 (-110/-120)

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

Model picks and best bet

After matching our probabilities against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets in this matchup. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:

• Spread: Albany NY +6.5 @ -110 via DraftKings
• Moneyline: Albany NY @ 37¢ via Novig
• Total: Over 43.5 @ -110 via bet365

According to our college football best bets, the top play to make on this game is Over 43.5 total points.

These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the current available odds.

Game info & kickoff details

Saturday's college football action between Rhode Island and Albany NY at Centreville Bank Stadium is scheduled to commence at 12:00 PM ET.

• Who: Albany NY vs. Rhode Island
• Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
• Time: 12:00 PM ET/9:00 AM PT
• Venue: Centreville Bank Stadium

College football Week 8 promos

Make the most of Dimers' Albany NY vs. Rhode Island predictions by exploring the Underdog Fantasy offer below:

In Texas or Oklahoma? Check out this exclusive offer where you can secure $25 in Predictions Dollars as soon as either team scores in today's Sooners-Longhorns clash.

Conclusion

We predict Rhode Island, with a 62.7% win probability, will likely beat Albany NY in Saturday's college football matchup.

Additional tools and information for betting safely can be found in our Responsible Gambling hub.

This article's predictions and probabilities are generated by Dimers' proprietary College Football prediction model. Our editorial team reviews the resulting content for accuracy and presentation before publication.