Lehigh vs. Villanova prediction favors Lehigh to win in college football Week 8 [2026]

Using trusted machine learning and data, we have re-simulated the outcome of Lehigh vs. Villanova, forming part of our college football predictions coverage.

Our independent predictive model gives Lehigh a 65.1% chance of beating Villanova. Our predicted final score has Lehigh winning 27-23. According to our model, Villanova (+6.5) has a 53.7% chance of covering the spread, while the 50.5-point over/under has a 51.8% 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: Lehigh -6.5 (-108) / Villanova +6.5 (-115)
• Moneyline: Lehigh -203, Villanova +194
• Total: Over/Under 50.5 (-104/-104)

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: Villanova +6.5 @ -115 via DraftKings
• Moneyline: Villanova @ 34¢ via Novig
• Total: Over 50.5 @ 51¢ via Novig

According to our college football best bets, the top play to make on this game is Villanova 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 Villanova and Lehigh at Villanova Stadium is scheduled to start at 3:30 PM ET.

• Who: Lehigh vs. Villanova
• Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
• Time: 3:30 PM ET/12:30 PM PT
• Venue: Villanova Stadium

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Conclusion

We predict Lehigh, with a 65.1% win probability, will likely beat Villanova in Saturday's college football matchup.

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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.