South Dakota State vs. Northwestern Prediction, Picks and Odds

Our in-depth analysis offers a comprehensive prediction for the South Dakota State vs. Northwestern NCAAF game on September 5, 2026. Drawing from 10,000 simulations, we provide expert picks, betting odds, and insights.

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South Dakota State
Predicted score
19
:
30
Ryan Field
Northwestern
Ryan Field
Pre-Game Probabilities Last Update:

Spread

South Dakota State +13.5
Spread
  • South Dakota State
    54.7%
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  • Northwestern
    45.3%
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South Dakota State vs. Northwestern: Detailed Breakdown

Matchup Overview

  • Teams: South Dakota State vs. Northwestern
  • Date: Saturday, September 5, 2026
  • Time: 8:00 PM ET
  • Venue: Ryan Field

Current betting odds

  • Spread: Northwestern favored at -13.5
  • Total (Over/Under): 46.5
  • Moneyline Odds: South Dakota State +460, Northwestern -580

Dimers' win probabilities

  • South Dakota State: 23%
  • Northwestern: 77%

Dimers' predictive model estimates win probabilities after simulating the outcome of the game 10,000 times. This method provides a precise and unbiased view of each team's chances.

Projected Final Score

Our predicted final score for this college football matchup is South Dakota State 19-30 Northwestern.

This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.

Our Prediction: Who Wins?

After extensive simulations, our model gives South Dakota State a win probability of 23%, while Northwestern has a win probability of 77%.

Summary

According to our analysis, Northwestern is more likely to beat South Dakota State in CFB action at Ryan Field on Sunday. Discover the best spread, over/under and moneyline odds, picks and probabilities for the game on this page.

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