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The Ohio Bobcats (3-3) take on a conference opponent when they host the Northern Illinois Huskies (1-5) on Saturday, October 18, 2025 at Frank Solich Field at Peden Stadium in a MAC clash.
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Ohio vs. Northern Illinois Matchup Info
- Game date: Saturday, October 18, 2025
- Game time: 3:30 p.m. ET
- Location: Athens, Ohio
- Venue: Frank Solich Field at Peden Stadium
- TV channel: ESPN+
- Live Stream: Watch this game on ESPN+
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Ohio vs. Northern Illinois Odds and Prediction
- Spread favorite: Bobcats (-10.5)
- Moneyline: Bobcats (-439), Huskies (+341)
- Total: 42.5 points
- Pick ATS: Ohio (-10.5)
- Pick OU: Under (42.5)
- Prediction: Ohio 27, Northern Illinois 11
Prediction derived from a team strength comparison algorithm. Multiple factors such as strength of wins and scoring margin are used to make this projection.
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Ohio vs. Northern Illinois Betting Records and Insights
- Ohio has compiled a 4-2-0 ATS record so far this year.
- Northern Illinois has won just one game against the spread this year.
- The Bobcats have not covered the spread when favored by 10.5 points or more this season (in two opportunities).
- The Huskies have been an underdog by 10.5 points or more two times this year, and covered the spread in one of those games.
- Ohio and its opponent have combined to hit the over three out of six times this season.
- So far this year, just one Northern Illinois game has gone over the point total.