Merrimack College vs Kent State Football Odds

The Warriors will play the Golden Flashes on Saturday, August 30th, 2025. The matchup takes place at Dix Stadium. Watch this exciting Week 1 matchup at 12:00 pm EDT. Check local listings for coverage on ESPN+.

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The 2025 college football season has begun, with Merrimack College and Kent State scheduled to matchup at Dix Stadium. First, let's review each team's stats from the 2024 season to get an idea of what we can expect on gameday.

SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings - Merrimack College had a 98.33 conference power ranking in the 2024 season. The conference power ranking for Kent State in the 2024 season was 90.67.
Away Merrimack College - At the end of the 2024 regular season, Merrimack College had a 3-3 record as an away team, ranking them 1st in the Independent Conference for away team wins.
Home Kent State - Kent State finished the 2024 regular season with a 0-5 record as a home team. They ranked 6th in the MAC Conference for home team wins in 2024.
Points Scored - Merrimack College wound up 4th (253) in the Independent Conference, with Kent State ranked 12th (167) for points scored in the 2024 MAC Conference.
Points Against - Merrimack College finished 3rd (256) in the Independent Conference for points scored by opponents in 2024. Kent State wound up 1st (529) in the 2024 MAC Conference for points against.
Team Records - Merrimack College had a 5-6 regular season overall record, with Kent State notching a 0-12 regular season standing last year.

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Get ready for a wild showdown at Dix Stadium as Merrimack faces off against Kent State.

Merrimack looks to improve on last season's record while Kent State seeks redemption.

This game is sure to be a nail-biter, so head to SportsBetting3.com to bet on this game and review the odds below. Don't miss out on the action as these two teams battle it out in Week 1 of the college football season. Get your green and gold ready as Merrimack College takes on Kent State in what is sure to be an epic matchup. Let the games begin!

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**Best Point Spread Betting Odds**
Underdog Merrimack College	Favorite Kent State
+7 -120 BetMGM Bet	-7 +100 BetMGM Bet

Kent State has a -7 +100 point spread at BetMGM OH. They are the point spread favorite in this matchup. Merrimack College has a +7 -120 point spread at BetMGM OH. Merrimack College is the point spread underdog. Review how to bet on a point spread with our text and video tutorials.

**Best Total Betting Odds**
Over	Under
50.5 o -110 BetMGM Bet	50.5 u -110 BetMGM Bet

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**Best Moneyline Betting Odds**
Underdog Merrimack College	Favorite Kent State
+200 BetMGM Bet	-250 BetMGM Bet

Kent State is the -250 moneyline favorite. Risk $250 to win $100 on Kent State at BetMGM. Merrimack College is the +200 underdog at BetMGM. Risk $100 to win $200 on Merrimack College. Learn more about how to bet on money lines.

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What is the point spread for the Merrimack College vs Kent State College Football game on Saturday, August 30th, 2025?

Kent State is a -7 +100 point spread favorite at BetMGM, while Merrimack College is a +7 -120 point spread underdog at BetMGM.

What is the over-under total line for the Merrimack College vs Kent State College Football game on Saturday, August 30th, 2025?

The best over line is 50.5 -110 points at BetMGM, which means you risk $110 to win $100 betting the over. The best under line is 50.5 -110 points at BetMGM, and that means you risk $110 to win $100 betting the under.

What is the moneyline for the Merrimack College vs Kent State College Football game on Saturday, August 30th, 2025?

Kent State is a -250 moneyline favorite at BetMGM and Merrimack College is a +200 moneyline underdog at BetMGM.

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Game	BetMGM Bet
Merrimack College Kent State 8/30/25 12:00pm EDT	+7 -120 -7 +100

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Underdog Merrimack College - Merrimack College bettors risk $100 to win $83.33 at -120 odds.

A +7 Merrimack College underdog bet wins if they lose by 6 or fewer, tie, or win outright. The bet pushes if they lose by 7. Your bet loses if they lose by 8 or more.

Favorite Kent State - Kent State bettors risk $100 to win $100 at +100 odds.

A -7 Kent State favorite bet wins if they win by 8 or more. The bet pushes if they win by 7. Your bet loses if they win by 6 or fewer, tie, or lose outright.

Merrimack College at Kent State Prop Bets

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Merrimack College Kent State 8/30/25 12:00pm EDT	Pending BetMGM

Recent Meetings Since 2021

Recent Meetings Since 2021
Week	Game	Result	Margin
2025 Week 1	Merrimack College vs Kent State Saturday, August 30th, 2025	KENT 21, MRMK 17 Dix Stadium	Kent State by 4

Team Standings

2025-2026 College Football Regular Season Standings - Merrimack College, Kent State
Team	Conf	Conf%	W	L	PF	PA	Home	Away	Strk
Independent
Merrimack College	0-0	0.000	3	4	124	130	3-1	0-3	L1
MAC
Kent State	1-1	0.500	2	4	115	226	2-1	0-3	W1

Merrimack College & Kent State Futures Odds

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Merrimack College & Kent State Team Pages

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Team Schedules & Results

2025-26 Merrimack College Games & Results
Week	Matchup	Date & Result
Week 1	Merrimack College vs Kent State	KENT 21, MRMK 17 Saturday, August 30th, 2025
Week 3	Merrimack College vs Kennesaw State	KENN 27, MRMK 13 Saturday, September 13th, 2025

2025-26 Kent State Games & Results
Week	Matchup	Date & Result
Week 1	Merrimack College vs Kent State	KENT 21, MRMK 17 Saturday, August 30th, 2025
Week 2	Kent State vs Texas Tech	TTU 62, KENT 14 Saturday, September 6th, 2025
Week 3	Buffalo vs Kent State	BUFF 31, KENT 28 Saturday, September 13th, 2025
Week 4	Kent State vs Florida State	FSU 66, KENT 10 Saturday, September 20th, 2025
Week 6	Kent State vs Oklahoma	OU 44, KENT 0 Saturday, October 4th, 2025
Week 7	UMass vs Kent State	KENT 42, MASS 6 Saturday, October 11th, 2025
Week 8	Kent State vs Toledo	Saturday, October 18th, 2025 2:00 pm EDT
Week 9	Bowling Green vs Kent State	Saturday, October 25th, 2025 12:00 pm EDT
Week 11	Kent State vs Ball State	Wednesday, November 5th, 2025 12:00 am EST
Week 12	Kent State vs Akron	Tuesday, November 11th, 2025 7:30 pm EST
Week 13	Central Michigan vs Kent State	Wednesday, November 19th, 2025 7:00 pm EST
Week 14	Kent State vs Northern Illinois	Friday, November 28th, 2025 12:00 pm EST

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How to Bet on the Merrimack College vs Kent State College Football Game

Open a new sports betting account before game time.
Review our list of sports betting sites. Open a new account before the game starts on Saturday, August 30th, 2025 at 12:00 pm EDT, making sure to enter all your personal details correctly. Don't forget to add your bonus code.
Visit the sportsbook’s cashier, banking, or deposit page.
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Tap to the sportsbook's College Football page, look for the Merrimack College vs Kent State Game.
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Choose your bet and place a wager.
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