Wofford vs Kent State Prediction 9/12/2026 Today’s College Football Picks

In this article we will formulate a Wofford vs Kent State prediction for this College Football game on Saturday, September 12th at Dix Stadium in Kent, Ohio. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this Week 2 matchup. 

Wofford Terriers Betting Preview

The Wofford Terriers are 2-0 this season after they defeated Gardner-Webb by a score of 17-13 last week. Wofford led 14-3 at halftime and they were able to get the win, but only scored three points in the second half. The Terriers were out gained by a total of 438-208, went 7-15 on third downs, and won the turnover battle by a total of 3-2 in the game. JT Fayard threw for 120 yards and one interception, while Colby Alexander caught one pass for 35 yards. Gerald Modest Jr rushed 20 times for 85 yards and one score in the win. 

Prior to that game, Wofford defeated The Citadel by a score of 42-14 in week zero. Wofford led 21-0 at halftime and they cruised to the easy victory in the second half. The Terriers were out gained by a total of 351-341, went 5-8 on third downs, and won the turnover battle by a total of 3-2 in the game. JT Fayard threw for 176 yards, two touchdowns, and two interceptions, while Gerald Modest Jr caught four passes for 39 yards. Modest Jr also rushed 19 times for 105 yards and two scores in the win. 

Kent State Golden Flashes Betting Preview

The Kent State Golden Flashes are 0-1 this year after they lost to South Carolina by a score of 57-0 last week. Kent State trailed 29-0 at halftime and they allowed 28 more points in the second half for the ugly loss. The Golden Flashes were out gained by a total of 645-179, went 5-14 on third downs, and lost the turnover battle by a total of 1-0 in the game. Dru DeShields threw for 63 yards, while Mason King caught two passes for 21 yards. DeShields also led the ground game with 27 yards on three carries in the loss. 

Last year, Kent State went 5-7 (4-4) and they finished tied for sixth in the MAC standings. Kent State started the season with a 21-17 win over Merrimack, but they followed that up with a 62-14 loss to Texas Tech. The Golden Flashes lost five of their first seven games, but they won three of their last five, which was a great accomplishment. Kent State had a lot more success last season than was anticipated and they nearly went to a bowl game. The Golden Flashes scored 21.2 points per game in 2025, while they allowed 33.6 points against per game on defense. 

Why the Kent State Golden Flashes will win

• Kent State has won eight of its last nine games against non-conference opponents at Dix Stadium.
• Kent State has covered the spread in four of its last five September games as a home favorite.

Why the Wofford Terriers will win

• Kent State has lost 12 of its last 13 games in September.
• Kent State has failed to cover the spread in nine of its last 10 games in September.

Total Points Facts

• Nine of Kent State’s last 10 games as a favorite against non-AP-ranked teams have gone UNDER the total points line.

Kent State Golden Flashes Player Prop Facts

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

Matchup/League Facts

• Kent State ranks 136th among FBS teams for Q2 opponent points per game this season (22.0).
• Kent State ranks 135th among FBS teams for yards allowed per game this season (645.0).

Wofford vs Kent State Prediction 

Wofford comes into this matchup looking for their third win in a row to start the season, but they really struggled to score in the second half last week. The Terriers have the advantage of playing two games already, but this is a big step up in competition. Kent State did not look good against South Carolina, but they are better than that score says. The Golden Flashes should bounce back with a win here, but I am going to look at the over, as I am not sold on this Kent State defense.

David Racey's Pick: Over 47.5