UT Martin vs West Virginia Prediction 9/12/2026 Today’s College Football Picks

In this article we will formulate a UT Martin vs West Virginia prediction for this College Football game on Saturday, September 12th at Milan Puskar Stadium in Morgantown, West Virginia. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this Week 2 matchup. 

UT Martin Skyhawks Betting Preview

The UT Martin Skyhawks are 1-1 this season after they defeated Chicago State by a score of 42-7 last week. UT Martin led 21-7 at halftime and they scored 21 more points in the fourth quarter for the win. The Skyhawks out gained Chicago State by a total of 477-191, went 5-9 on third downs, and lost the turnover battle by a total of 2-0 in the game. Tate Surber threw for 222 yards and one interception, while Deuce Oliver caught three passes for 73 yards. Tommy Ansley rushed 16 times for 106 yards and three scores in the win. 

Prior to that game, UT Martin lost to Central Arkansas by a score of 36-24 in week zero. UT Martin trailed 19-17 at halftime and only managed seven points in the second half in the loss. The Skyhawks were out gained by a total of 471-296, went 3-11 on third downs, and lost the turnover battle by a total of 2-1 in the game. Julian Calvez threw for 147 yards and two interceptions, while Kaleb Washington caught three passes for 53 yards. Tommy Ansley led the rushing attack with 61 yards and two scores on 10 carries in the loss. 

West Virginia Mountaineers Betting Preview

The West Virginia Mountaineers are 1-0 this year after they defeated Coastal Carolina by a score of 31-24 last week. West Virginia led 24-0 at halftime, but they were outscored 24-7 in the second half in the win. The Mountaineers were out gained by a total of 425-413, went 9-18 on third downs, and won the turnover battle by a total of 2-1 in the game. Michael Hawkins Jr threw for 132 yards and one touchdown, while Armoni Weaver-Bomar caught one pas for 49 yards and one score. Cam Cook had 30 carries for 142 yards and two touchdowns in the win. 

Last season, West Virginia went 4-8 (2-7) and they finished near the bottom of the Big 12 standings. West Virginia started the year with a 45-3 win over Robert Morris, but they lost to Ohio by a score of 17-10 in week two. The Mountaineers started the season with a 2-6 record, but they did go 2-2 in their last four. West Virginia scored 21.8 points per game in 2025, while they allowed 30.8 points against per game on defense. 

Why the West Virginia Mountaineers will win

• West Virginia has won 21 of its last 23 September games at Milan Puskar Stadium.
• West Virginia has covered the spread in six of its last eight home games against non-FBS teams.

Why the UT Martin Skyhawks will win

• West Virginia has failed to cover the spread in four of its last five September games against non-AP-ranked teams.
• The road team has covered the spread in each of West Virginia’s last three games.

Total Points Facts

• Five of West Virginia’s last six home games against non-FBS teams have gone OVER the total points line.

West Virginia Mountaineers Player Prop Facts

• Heading into Week 2, Cam Cook ranks T1st amongst qualified players for catch rate (100.0%) this season.

Matchup/League Facts

• West Virginia ranks T1st among FBS teams for H1 opponent points per game this season (0.0).
• One of West Virginia’s one games this season have been decided by a margin of seven points or less – equal-most amongst FBS teams.

UT Martin vs West Virginia Prediction 

West Virginia played a great first half against Coastal in week one, but they were awful in the second half and nearly blew the lead. The Mountaineers have a strong rushing attack, but the passing attack needs work. UT Martin bounced back with a win last week against Chicago State, but they allowed 36 points to Central Arkansas in their first game. I do think West Virginia will get an easy win here, as UT Martin won’t stop the ground game, but they better work on that passing game. Take the Mountaineers here.

David Racey's Pick: West Virginia -41.5