North Carolina Central vs. Delaware State prediction favors Delaware State to win in college football Week 8 [2026]

Using powerful machine learning and data analysis, we have re-simulated the outcome of North Carolina Central vs. Delaware State, forming part of our college football predictions coverage.

Our leading predictive model currently gives Delaware State a 67.3% chance of defeating North Carolina Central. Our predicted final score has Delaware State winning 29-24. According to our model, North Carolina Central (+5.5) has a 50.4% chance of covering the spread, while the 55.5-point over/under has a 54.6% 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: North Carolina Central +5.5 (+102) / Delaware State -5.5 (-104)
• Moneyline: North Carolina Central +186, Delaware State -190
• Total: Over/Under 55.5 (+111/-117)

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: North Carolina Central +5.5 @ 50¢ via Novig
• Moneyline: Delaware State @ 65¢ via Novig
• Total: Under 55.5 @ 54¢ via Novig

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

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 action between Delaware State and North Carolina Central at Alumni Stadium is scheduled to begin at 5:00 PM ET.

• Who: North Carolina Central vs. Delaware State
• Date: Friday, October 23, 2026
• Time: 5:00 PM ET/2:00 PM PT
• Venue: Alumni Stadium

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Conclusion

We predict Delaware State, with a 67.3% win probability, will likely beat North Carolina Central in Friday'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.