As is the case with many SEC teams, Kentucky will be a hefty favorite in September against the G5 opponents on its schedule.
For the Wildcats, those non-power opponents begin in Week 1, when the Wildcats take on Ball State.
If you’re considering a bet on Kentucky, you’ll need to lay a hefty number of points to buy the position.
Kentucky vs. Ball State Prediction
Thanks to the strength of Kentucky’s offensive line, I am predicting that Kentucky will cover its large 26.5-point spread against Ball State in Week 1.
Kentucky has won 16 straight non-conference regular-season games, posting an 11-5 ATS record.
Dating back to 1998, Ball State is 4-7 ATS (0-11 outright) against current SEC teams.
Kentucky vs. Ball State Odds
- Spread: Kentucky -26.5 (-110)
- Moneyline: Kentucky -5000 | Ball State +1350
- Over/Under Total: 48.5
Looking more broadly beyond Week 1, Kentucky’s soft non-conference schedule is a key reason I placed a bet on Kentucky football’s over/under win total for 2023.
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