Minnesota vs Iowa Prediction 10/25/2025 Today’s College Football Picks

In this article we will formulate a Minnesota vs Iowa prediction for this College Football game on Saturday, October 25th at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City, Iowa. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this week 9 matchup. 

Minnesota Golden Gophers Betting Preview

The Minnesota Golden Gophers are 5-2 (3-1) this season after they defeated Nebraska by a score of 24-6 last week. Minnesota led 7-6 at halftime and pitched a shutout in the second half for the very nice victory. The Golden Gophers out gained Nebraska by a total of 339-213, went 5-12 on third downs, and tied the turnover battle at zero in the game. Drake Lindsey went 16-20 for 153 yards and one touchdown, while Darius Taylor rushed 24 times for 148 yards and one score. Jalen Smith led the receivers with three catches for 59 yards in the win. The Minnesota defense recorded nine sacks and 10 tackles for loss in the game. 

Prior to that game, Minnesota defeated Purdue by a score of 27-20, but did lose to Ohio State by a score of 42-3 before that. The Golden Gophers have won three of their last four games and they are currently tied for third in the Big Ten standings. Minnesota has scored 26.9 points per game with 217.7 passing yards and 122.9 rushing yards per game, while they have allowed 19.0 points against per game this season. Drake Lindsey has thrown for 1,437 yards, 10 touchdowns, and three interceptions, while Darius Taylor has rushed for 353 yards and one score on 79 carries this season. 

Iowa Hawkeyes Betting Preview

The Iowa Hawkeyes are 5-2 (3-1) this year after they defeated Penn State by a score of 25-24 in their last game. Iowa trailed 24-19 late in the game, but they scored with about four minutes left to steal the win. The Hawkeyes out gained PSU by a total of 313-266, went 4-10 on third downs, and won the turnover battle by a total of 2-1 in the game. Mark Gronowski went 10-16 for 68 yards and one interception, while also rushing for 130 yards and two scores on nine carries. Kaden Wetjen led the receivers with two receptions for 21 yards in the win. The Iowa defense recorded one sack and six tackles for loss in the game. 

Prior to that game, Iowa defeated Wisconsin by a score of 37-0, but did lose to Indiana by a score of 20-15 before that. The Hawkeyes have won four of their last five games and they are currently tied for third in the Big Ten standings. Iowa has scored 29.9 points per game with 131.4 passing yards and 192.7 rushing yards per game, while they have allowed 14.6 points against per game this season. Mark Gronowski has thrown for 811 yards, three touchdowns, and four interceptions, while Kamari Moulton has rushed for 360 yards and two scores on 67 carries this year. 

Why the Iowa Hawkeyes will win

Iowa has won each of its last eight games against non-AP-ranked teams at Kinnick Stadium.
Iowa has covered the spread in five of its last six games as a favorite against Minnesota.
Minnesota has failed to cover the spread in four of its last five games against non-AP-ranked teams.

Why the Minnesota Golden Gophers will win

Minnesota has won nine of its last 10 October games against non-AP-ranked teams.
The road team has covered the spread in four of the last five games between Minnesota and Iowa.
Iowa has failed to cover the spread in three of its last four games against non-AP-ranked teams at Kinnick Stadium.

Total Points Facts

Eight of Iowa’s last 10 home games against non-AP-ranked teams have gone OVER the total points line.
Four of Minnesota’s last five October games as an underdog against non-AP-ranked teams have gone OVER the total points line.

Matchup/League Facts

Iowa ranks 3rd among FBS teams for H2 opponent points per game this season (4.3).
Iowa ranks 132nd among FBS teams for passing yards per game this season (131.4).
Minnesota ranks T123rd among FBS teams for 4th down conversion percentage this season (33.3).
Minnesota ranks T17th among FBS teams for H2 opponent points per game this season (7.9).

Minnesota vs Iowa Prediction 

Iowa nearly took a loss to Penn State last week, but they were able to rally late and get the win. The Hawkeyes have played very well within the Big Ten this year and only lost to Indiana by five points. Minnesota just dominated Nebraska last week, but they are 0-2 in their last two road games. Neither offense is very dangerous in this matchup, but both defenses are very strong, so I expect another low scoring battle. This game might be first to 17 wins, so give me the under here. 

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