Delaware vs Middle Tennessee Picks and Predictions for Tuesday, October 13, 2026

The Delaware Blue Hens visit the Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders on Tuesday at Johnny "Red" Floyd Stadium in Murfreesboro, with the opening kickoff set for 7:00 PM ET on CBS Sports Network. Both teams are 2-3 overall and 0-1 in Conference USA, tied for sixth in the conference standings. Delaware lost 30-14 to Liberty in its latest game, while Middle Tennessee suffered a 55-0 defeat against Kansas. Be a big winner using our free college football picks.

Delaware Blue Hens Trying to Improve Their Offensive Production

Delaware opened the season with a 42-7 victory over Merrimack before losing 35-26 against Vanderbilt. The Blue Hens defeated Coastal Carolina 22-14 but followed that result with losses to Virginia, 42-3, and Liberty, 30-14. Delaware has scored just 17 points across their last two games. Nick Minicucci has completed 57.3% of his passes with five touchdowns and three interceptions, but his injury creates uncertainty at quarterback. Braden Streeter has completed 12 of 35 passes with one touchdown and three interceptions.

The Blue Hens average 261.0 passing yards and 98.8 rushing yards per game, with 13 offensive touchdowns. Jo Silver leads the rushing attack with 42.2 yards per game and one touchdown, while Viron Ellison Jr. has scored twice on the ground. Sean Wilson leads Delaware with 21 receptions, 304 receiving yards, and three touchdowns. Da'Wain Lofton has added 272 receiving yards and one score. Delaware averages 21.4 points while allowing 25.6 per game. Defensively, Blake Matthews has recorded 4.5 sacks, while Colin Gallagher leads the team with 41 tackles and 3.5 sacks.

Injuries: T. Salazer (questionable), B. Rehmann (questionable), Nick Minicucci (out), Greg Spiller (out).

Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders Searching for Better Results at Home

Middle Tennessee began the season with a 38-14 victory over Murray State before losing 28-26 against Marshall. The Blue Raiders defeated Nevada 27-20 but have since suffered consecutive defeats against Jacksonville State, 23-13, and Kansas, 55-0. Middle Tennessee have scored only 13 points across their last two games. Roman Gagliano has completed 56.4% of his passes with eight touchdowns and one interception. Cam'ron Lacy leads the receiving attack with 31 receptions, 335 yards, and four touchdowns. Markus Allen has added 140 receiving yards and one score.

The Blue Raiders average 182.6 passing yards and 124.0 rushing yards per game, with 11 offensive touchdowns. Antonio Martin leads Middle Tennessee with an average of 77.0 rushing yards per game and one touchdown, averaging 5.3 yards per attempt. Terrence Brown has added 22.8 rushing yards per game and one touchdown, while Gagliano has contributed another rushing score. Middle Tennessee averages 20.8 points while allowing 28.0 per game. The defense has recorded only two sacks and three interceptions, with Korey Smith leading the team with 47 tackles. Jackson Lowe has contributed 31 tackles, while Kalen Woods has recorded one interception.

Injuries: No injuries to report.

Key to the Game

Delaware's passing attack faces a Middle Tennessee defense that has recorded only two sacks through five games. The Blue Hens average 261.0 passing yards per contest, but Minicucci's absence complicates their quarterback situation. Middle Tennessee have struggled to score recently, although Martin's 5.3 yards per rushing attempt could help establish the ground game. Delaware's 16 defensive sacks create another challenge for Gagliano, who has thrown only one interception this season. Protecting the football and converting scoring chances will be important for both teams.

Delaware vs Middle Tennessee Game Pick

• Delaware Blue Hens 

Delaware's defensive pressure could decide this matchup against a Middle Tennessee offense that has scored just 13 points over its last two games. The Blue Hens have recorded 16 sacks through five contests, compared with only two for the Blue Raiders. Delaware also averages 261.0 passing yards per game, giving the visitors an advantage in production through the air. Minicucci's absence is a concern, but Middle Tennessee's recent offensive struggles and limited defensive pressure leave Delaware with enough advantages to secure a close road victory on Tuesday night.

Delaware vs Middle Tennessee Over/Under Pick

• Under 

Scoring has dropped considerably for both teams heading into Tuesday's conference matchup. Delaware has managed only 17 points across their last two games, including three against Virginia. Middle Tennessee has scored 13 during the same period and failed to register a point against Kansas. Minicucci's injury adds uncertainty to Delaware's passing attack, while the Blue Raiders have struggled to finish drives recently. Delaware's defensive pressure could also limit Gagliano's time in the pocket. A lower-scoring contest fits the recent performances, particularly if both offenses struggle early.