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Written by Mac Douglass, Senior Editor
Dimers' simulation model projects a 99.8% win probability for Kansas at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium.
Kansas will face Long Island University in Week 1 college football action at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium on Friday, commencing at 8:00 PM ET.
Dimers' advanced college football model projects Kansas as the most likely winner in this Long Island University vs. Kansas prediction.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Friday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and picks, backed by the same system that has dominated college football and NFL betting markets across multiple seasons..
Long Island University vs. Kansas prediction and odds
Using innovative machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the result of Long Island University vs. Kansas, forming part of our college football predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model gives Kansas a 99.8% chance of defeating Long Island University. Our predicted final score has Kansas winning 46-4.
According to our model, Kansas (-41.5) has a 52.3% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 54.5 points has a 57.0% 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: Long Island University +41.5 (+101) / Kansas -41.5 (-110)
- Moneyline: Long Island University , Kansas
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:
- Moneyline: Under @ -108 via DraftKings
According to our college football best bets, the top play to make on this game is under 54.5 points.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the current available odds.
Game info & kickoff details
Friday's college football matchup between Kansas and Long Island University at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium is scheduled to begin at 8:00 PM ET.
- Who: Long Island University vs. Kansas
- Date: Friday, September 4, 2026
- Time: 8:00 PM ET/5:00PM PT
- Venue: David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium
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Conclusion
We predict Kansas, with a 99.8% win probability, will likely beat Long Island University in Friday's college football matchup.
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