New Mexico State vs Middle Tenn State Prediction, Odds & Best Prop Bets โ€“ NCAAF, Week 13

Middle Tennessee quarterback Nicholas Vattiato (11) throws a pass against Murray State during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023, in Murfreesboro, Tenn. (AP Photo/George Walker IV)
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  • Middle Tenn State is a -3.5 point favorite vs. New Mexico State
  • New Mexico State vs. Middle Tennessee Total (Over/Under): 51.5 points
  • TV Channel: ESPN+

The New Mexico State Aggies (2-8) visit Johnny (Red) Floyd Stadium to take on the Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders (3-7) on Nov. 23 in Murfreesboro, TN. Kickoff is scheduled for 2:30pm EST.

Middle Tenn State is a betting favorite in Week 13, with the spread sitting at -3.5 (-105).

The New Mexico State vs. Middle Tennessee Over/Under is 51.5 total points.

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New Mexico State vs. Middle Tennessee Odds, Spread, Over/Under:

SpreadTotal (O/U)Moneyline
New Mexico State+3.5 -11551.5 -110+140
Middle Tennessee -3.5 -10551.5 -110-165

New Mexico State vs Middle Tennessee Prediction:

The winning team model predicts Middle Tennessee will win this game with 60.0% confidence, based on game simulations, offensive & defensive matchups and recent game results.

This winning team prediction factors in up-to-date player injuries for both New Mexico State and Middle Tenn State, key player performances this season and recent team trends.

New Mexico State vs Middle Tennessee Spread Prediction:

Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the model predicts Middle Tennessee will cover the spread with 53.9% confidence.

This prediction against the spread factors in ATS performances for both teams, opening and current betting lines plus public and sharp money already wagered on this matchup.


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  • New Mexico State has hit the 1Q Game Total Over in 7 of their last 12 games (+2.55 Units / 18% ROI)
  • New Mexico State have covered the 1Q Spread in 7 of their last 12 games (+1.60 Units / 11% ROI)
  • New Mexico State has hit the Game Total Over in 7 of their last 13 games (+1.50 Units / 10% ROI)
  • New Mexico State has hit the 1H Game Total Over in 4 of their last 7 away games (+0.60 Units / 8% ROI)
  • Middle Tennessee has hit the 1H Game Total Under in 8 of their last 11 games (+4.85 Units / 41% ROI)
  • Middle Tennessee has hit the 1Q Game Total Over in 7 of their last 10 games (+3.85 Units / 35% ROI)
  • Middle Tennessee has hit the Game Total Under in 7 of their last 11 games (+2.60 Units / 22% ROI)
  • Middle Tennessee have covered the 1Q Spread in 6 of their last 10 games (+1.35 Units / 12% ROI)

We’ve highlighted some favorite college football player prop bets for New Mexico State players, looking at profitable historical betting trends:

Best New Mexico State Player Prop Bets Today

  • Mike Washington has hit the Rushing Yards Over in his last 2 away games (+2.00 Units / 85% ROI)
  • TJ Pride has hit the Receiving Yards Under in his last 2 away games (+2.00 Units / 75% ROI)
  • PJ Johnson III has hit the Receiving Yards Under in his last game (+1.00 Units / 83% ROI)

Top NCAAF player prop bets for Middle Tennessee players, looking at profitable historical betting trends:

Best Middle Tennessee Player Prop Best Bets Today

  • Holden Willis has hit the Receiving Yards Over in his last 2 games (+2.00 Units / 83% ROI)
  • Nicholas Vattiato has hit the TD Passes Over in his last game (+1.25 Units / 125% ROI)
  • Nicholas Vattiato has hit the Passing Yards Over in his last game (+1.00 Units / 83% ROI)
  • Omari Kelly has hit the Receiving Yards Over in his last game (+1.00 Units / 74% ROI)

New Mexico State Against the Spread (ATS) Record

New Mexico State is 4-6 against the spread this college football season (-2.6 Units / -23.64% ROI).

  • New Mexico State is 2-7 when betting on the Moneyline for -2.3 Units / -19.57% ROI
  • New Mexico State is 6-3 when betting the Over for +2.7 Units / 24.43% ROI
  • New Mexico State is 3-6 when betting the Under for -3.55 Units / -32.42% ROI

Middle Tennessee Against the Spread (ATS) Record

Middle Tenn State is 3-7 against the spread this college football season (-4.7 Units / -42.73% ROI).

  • Middle Tennessee is 2-7 when betting on the Moneyline for -4.95 Units / -44.59% ROI
  • Middle Tennessee is 4-6 when betting the Over for -2.7 Units / -24.32% ROI
  • Middle Tennessee is 6-4 when betting the Under for +1.6 Units / 14.68% ROI

New Mexico State: Keys to the Game vs. Middle Tennessee

New Mexico State is 1-7 (.111) when allowing 10 or more rushes of four or more yards this season– T-4th-worst in FBS; Average: .487

New Mexico State is 1-7 (.111) when allowing 10 or more rushes of four or more yards this season– T-4th-worst among Non-Power Conference Teams; Average: .438

New Mexico State is 2-6 (.222) when losing at least one fumble since the 2023 season– T-25th-worst in FBS; Average: .439

New Mexico State is 7-12 (.350) when allowing an average of more than 5 yards on first down plays since the 2023 season– 37th-worst in FBS; Average: .448

Middle Tennessee: Keys to the Game vs. New Mexico State

Middle Tennessee is 5-14 (.263) when averaging less than 5 yards per rush since the 2023 season– T-26th-worst in FBS; Average: .432

Middle Tennessee is 2-7 (.222) when allowing 10 or more rushes of four or more yards this season– T-18th-worst in FBS; Average: .487

Middle Tennessee is 3-7 (.300) when allowing 5 or more explosive passes since the 2023 season– T-31st-worst in FBS; Average: .443

Middle Tennessee is 3-9 (.250) when having a turnover margin within one of the opposing team since the 2023 season– T-9th-worst among Non-Power Conference Teams; Average: .471

Matchup Notes for New Mexico State vs. Middle Tennessee

Middle Tennessee’s offense has thrown for 2,600 passing yards in 10 games (260.0 YPG) this season — 34th-best among FBS offenses. New Mexico State’s defense has allowed 256.5 passing yards per game this season — 21st-worst among FBS defenses.

Middle Tennessee’s QBs has thrown for 2,600 passing yards in 10 games (260.0 YPG) this season — 32nd-best among FBS teams. New Mexico State’s defense has allowed 256.5 passing yards per game this season — 21st-worst among FBS defenses.

Middle Tennessee has averaged just 10.5 yards after the catch this season — T-13th-worst among FBS skill players. New Mexico State’s defense has allowed 13.0 RAC this season — T-18th-worst among FBS defenses.

New Mexico State’s offense has thrown for 1,141 passing yards in 10 games (just 114.1 YPG) this season — 3rd-worst among FBS offenses. Middle Tennessee’s defense has allowed 247.0 passing yards per game this season — 30th-worst among FBS defenses.

New Mexico State’s QBs has thrown for 1,141 passing yards in 10 games (just 114.1 YPG) this season — 3rd-worst among FBS teams. Middle Tennessee’s defense has allowed 247.0 passing yards per game this season — 30th-worst among FBS defenses.

New Mexico State’s WRs has just 0.3 receiving touchdowns per game this season — T-5th-worst among FBS WRs. Middle Tennessee’s defense has allowed 2.2 receiving touchdowns per game this season — 9th-worst among FBS defenses.

New Mexico State Offensive Stats & Trends

New Mexico State Skill Players have caught just 105 of 237 passes (44% Reception Pct) this season– worst among FBS Teams; Average: 63%

New Mexico State’s offense has thrown for 1,141 passing yards in 10 games (just 114.1 YPG) this season — 3rd-worst among FBS offenses. Middle Tennessee’s defense has allowed 247.0 passing yards per game this season — 30th-worst among FBS defenses.

New Mexico State’s QBs has thrown for 1,141 passing yards in 10 games (just 114.1 YPG) this season — 3rd-worst among FBS teams. Middle Tennessee’s defense has allowed 247.0 passing yards per game this season — 30th-worst among FBS defenses.

New Mexico State RBs have averaged 13.7 yards from scrimmage per touch (247 yards / 18 touches) on 3rd and long since the 2023 season– best among FBS Teams; Average: 7.0

New Mexico State WRs have caught just 69 of 172 passes (40% Reception Pct) this season– 2nd-worst among FBS Teams; Average: 60%

Middle Tennessee Offensive Stats & Trends

Middle Tennessee’s offense has thrown for 2,600 passing yards in 10 games (260.0 YPG) this season — 34th-best among FBS offenses. New Mexico State’s defense has allowed 256.5 passing yards per game this season — 21st-worst among FBS defenses.

Middle Tennessee’s QBs has thrown for 2,600 passing yards in 10 games (260.0 YPG) this season — 32nd-best among FBS teams. New Mexico State’s defense has allowed 256.5 passing yards per game this season — 21st-worst among FBS defenses.

Middle Tennessee TEs have 5 receptions for 20 or more yards in the 4th quarter this season– 4th-most among FBS Teams

Middle Tennessee RBs have 12 receptions in close and late situations this season– T-3rd-most among FBS Teams

Middle Tennessee has averaged just 10.5 yards after the catch this season — T-13th-worst among FBS skill players. New Mexico State’s defense has allowed 13.0 RAC this season — T-18th-worst among FBS defenses.

New Mexico State Aggies Defensive Stats & Trends

New Mexico State has allowed passes of 40+ yards on 17 of 308 attempts (6%) this season– worst in FBS; Average: 2%

New Mexico State has allowed passes of 40+ yards on 17 of 308 attempts (6%) this season– worst among Non-Power Conference Teams; Average: 2%

New Mexico State has tackled opponents for a loss on just 44 of 401 rushing attempts (11% TFL%) this season– T-9th-worst in FBS; Average: 16%.

New Mexico State has allowed 14.4 yards per completion (2,565 yards/178 completions) this season– worst among Non-Power Conference Teams; Average: 12.0

New Mexico State has allowed a Completion Pct of just 43% (35 completions/82 attempts) in the Red Zone since the 2023 season– 2nd-best among Non-Power Conference Teams; Average: 54%

Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders Defensive Stats & Trends

Middle Tennessee has no interceptions and 14 TD passes allowed in the Red Zone this season– T-worst in FBS; Average: 10.0

Middle Tennessee has no interceptions (43 pass attempts) in the Red Zone this season– T-worst in FBS; Average: 38.7

Middle Tennessee has no interceptions (43 pass attempts) in the Red Zone this season– T-worst among Non-Power Conference Teams; Average: 40.2

Middle Tennessee has tackled opponents for a loss on just 51 of 389 rushing attempts (13% TFL%) this season– T-28th-worst in FBS; Average: 16%.

Middle Tennessee opponents has averaged just 13.5 Passing Attempts per TD (298 Pass Attempts/22 Passing TDs) this season– T-8th-worst in FBS; Average: 21.1


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