Kennesaw State vs Indiana Picks and Prediction for Saturday, September 6, 2025
The Kennesaw State Owls (0-1, 0-1 O/U) are facing off against the 23rd-ranked Indiana Hoosiers (1-0, 0-1 O/U) are battling it out in Week 2 of the 2025 college football season on Saturday afternoon inside Memorial Stadium in nonconference action for our Owls vs. Hoosiers prediction. The Owls are coming off a 10-9 road loss on Friday against the Wake Forest Demon Deacons. The Hoosiers are coming off their 27-14 home win against the Old Dominion Monarchs on Saturday. This is the first time that these teams are facing off against one another. Your Saturday scout: NCAAF predictions for Kennesaw State Owls vs Indiana Hoosiers you can trust.
Owls Looking to Fly
The Kennesaw State Owls are looking like they have been able to do well to begin the season, as they are 1-0 after their 27-14 home win against the Old Dominion Monarchs. Quarterback Dexter Williams II struggled under center this season as he completed 12-of-33 (36.4%) of his passes for 149 yards and did not find the end zone or turn the ball over while also rushing 14 times for 44 yards (3.1 yards per carry). Wide receiver Gabriel Benyard stepped up as he led the program with five catches for 103 yards (20.6 yards per reception).
Kennesaw State’s defense was able to perform well as they are giving up just 10.0 points per game. The defense did not turn the ball over, but they were able to get into the backfield as the program recorded four sacks, seven tackles for loss, and a pair of pass deflections. Kennesaw State needs to do better offensively if it wants to be able to win games.
Injury Report for Kennesaw State
- No Injuries to Report
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Hoosiers Looking to Climb the AP Poll
The 23rd-ranked Indiana Hoosiers are looking to continue playing well after securing a win in their opening game. The offense was able to average 27.0 points per game up to this point. Quarterback Fernando Mendoza had a good showing in his team debut as he completed 18-of-31 (58.1%) of his passes for 193 yards without a passing touchdown or an interception. He also ran the ball well with six rushes for 33 yards (5.5 yards per carry) and a rushing touchdown. A big factor into the offense was running back Roman Hemby as he recorded 23 rushing attempts for 111 yards (4.8 yards per carry) and a nine-yard reception.
The defense stepped up as they are giving up 14.0 points per game so far this season. The defense only recorded a single sack, but significantly stepped up with three interceptions and three pass deflections throughout the game. If the defense can play at this level, it is going to be difficult to defeat the Hoosiers.
Injury Report for Indiana
- Cornerback Byron Baldwin Jr: Undisclosed (Questionable)
- Wide receiver Tyler Morris: Knee (OUT)
Kennesaw State vs. Indiana Pick
Spread Pick for Kennesaw State vs. Indiana
- Kennesaw State Owls +36.5 (4 units)
The Indiana Hoosiers are clearly the better team, but the Kennesaw State Owls defense stepped up in a way they are not going to get blown out. Fernando Mendoza did not do enough to make me feel confident in him under center for a massive performance, but Dexter Williams II failed to complete even just 40.0% of his passes either. The running game is going to be the story and the Owls' defense stepped up enough where Indiana could have a few empty possessions and make this out of reach. All in all, go with the Kennesaw State Owls to cover the massive spread in this matchup.
| # | Handicapper | Profit |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Rob Vincilleti | +1,502.00 |
| 2 |  Pro Sports Picks | +1,421.00 |
| 3 |  Brick Haus Sports | +634.00 |
| 4 |  David Delano | +492.00 |
| 5 |  Michael Briggs | +355.00 |
Over/Under Pick for Kennesaw State vs. Indiana
- Over 52.5 (5 units)
It is difficult to envision another game where Dexter Williams II and Fernando Mendoza struggle as much under center. The Hoosiers were able to force three takeaways in Week 1, so they are going to be in a position to get short fields thanks to the defense and put points on the board. Kennesaw State did have a massive game from Gabriel Benyard out wide and running back Coleman Bennett proved he can run the football effectively. Expect the Owls to reach their implied total easily while the Hoosiers may fall short, but the Owls score 20+ points. These offenses should be able to move the football well enough for over 52.5 total points to hit here.
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