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Written by Mac Douglass, Senior Editor
Get Long Island University vs North Dakota predictions for college football Thursday.
North Dakota will take on Long Island University in Week 0 college football action at Alerus Center on Thursday, beginning at 8:00 PM ET.
Dimers' advanced college football model projects North Dakota as the most likely winner in this Long Island University vs. North Dakota prediction.
This article offers a closer look at Thursday'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. North Dakota prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using trusted machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the result of Long Island University vs. North Dakota, forming part of our college football predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model gives North Dakota a 97.8% chance of defeating Long Island University. Our predicted final score has North Dakota winning 36-9.
According to our model, the bookmakers have got it right, and Long Island University and North Dakota each have a 50% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 47.5 points has a 52.5% chance of staying under.
Long Island University vs. North Dakota odds
We have researched the best college football odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
- Spread: Long Island University +27.5 (-105) / North Dakota -27.5 (-111)
- Moneyline: Long Island University +2000, North Dakota -5000
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Long Island University vs. North Dakota 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: Long Island University +27.5 @ -105 via DraftKings
- Moneyline: North Dakota @ -5000 via Fanatics
- Total: Under 47.5 @ -105 via ESPN BET
According to our college football best bets, the top play to make on this game is Under 47.5 total points.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Long Island University vs. North Dakota game-day updates and essential details
Thursday's college football action between North Dakota and Long Island University at Alerus Center is scheduled to begin at 8:00 PM ET.
- Who: Long Island University vs. North Dakota
- Date: Thursday, August 27, 2026
- Time: 8:00 PM ET/5:00PM PT
- Venue: Alerus Center
Conclusion
We predict North Dakota, with a 97.8% win probability, will likely beat Long Island University in Thursday's college football matchup.
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Mac Douglass specializes in NFL previews for the NFC South and NFC East, MLB best bets, Formula 1 race previews, and professional tennis insights. Combining predictive simulations and data-driven sports analysis, Mac provides in-depth content to elevate the betting experience for sports fans.
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