Eastern Kentucky vs. Jacksonville State prediction: Jacksonville State favored to win in college football Week 1 [2026]

Using powerful machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Eastern Kentucky vs. Jacksonville State, forming part of our college football predictions coverage.

Our leading predictive model gives Jacksonville State a 90.5% chance of defeating Eastern Kentucky. Our predicted final score has Jacksonville State winning 36-16.

According to our model, the bookmakers have got it right, and Eastern Kentucky and Jacksonville State each have a 50% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 54.5 points has a 52.2% chance of staying under.

Latest betting odds

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

• Spread: Eastern Kentucky +20.5 (+102) / Jacksonville State -20.5 (-110)
• Moneyline: Eastern Kentucky +1100, Jacksonville State -1650
• Total: Over/Under 54.5 (-110/-110)

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

Model picks and best bet

After matching our predictions against the best current 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: Eastern Kentucky +20.5 @ +102 via DraftKings
• Moneyline: Eastern Kentucky @ +1100 via BetRivers
• Total: Under 54.5 @ -110 via FanDuel

According to our college football best bets, the top play to make on this game is Eastern Kentucky to win.

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 Jacksonville State and Eastern Kentucky at AmFirst Stadium is scheduled to begin at 7:00 PM ET.

• Who: Eastern Kentucky vs. Jacksonville State
• Date: Saturday, September 5, 2026
• Time: 7:00 PM ET/4:00PM PT
• Venue: AmFirst Stadium

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Conclusion

We predict Jacksonville State, with a 90.5% win probability, will likely beat Eastern Kentucky in Saturday's college football matchup.

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