{"id":40598,"date":"2026-10-13T11:21:51","date_gmt":"2026-10-13T15:21:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wagertalk.com\/news\/?p=40598"},"modified":"2026-10-13T11:21:52","modified_gmt":"2026-10-13T15:21:52","slug":"kennesaw-state-vs-missouri-state-picks-prediction-odds-for-october-14-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wagertalk.com\/news\/college-football\/kennesaw-state-vs-missouri-state-picks-prediction-odds-for-october-14-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Kennesaw State vs Missouri State Picks, Prediction &amp; Odds for October 14, 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One team will finally get off the Conference USA schneid on Wednesday night, and the other will be staring at a 1-5 season with little margin left to salvage it. Our <strong>Kennesaw State vs Missouri State prediction<\/strong> breaks down this Week 7 battle at Robert W. Plaster Stadium in Springfield, Missouri, kicking off at 7:30 PM ET on October 14, 2026, on CBS Sports Network. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kennesaw State has dropped four straight since a 47-0 opening win, including a heartbreaking one-point loss to Jacksonville State, while Missouri State has dropped three in a row and allowed at least 30 points in four of its five games. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With dual-threat quarterback Rickie Collins leading the visitors and a total that has climbed two full points since opening, there is plenty to unpack before kickoff. Check out our latest <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wagertalk.com\/free-sports-picks\/college-football\">college football predictions<\/a> and see why the road favorite and the Under stand out in this midweek CUSA clash.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Kennesaw State vs Missouri State Quick Picks and Prediction<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Spread Pick:<\/strong> Kennesaw State -3<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Total Pick:<\/strong> Under 52.5 points<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Projected Final Score:<\/strong> Kennesaw State 27, Missouri State 20<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Odds and Line Movement for Kennesaw State vs Missouri State<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kennesaw State opened as a 3.5-point road favorite before settling on the key number of 3, while the total has risen from 50.5 to 52.5. Monitor every adjustment with our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wagertalk.com\/odds\">live odds<\/a> leading up to kickoff.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Opening Odds<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Market<\/th><th>Kennesaw State Owls<\/th><th>Missouri State Bears<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Spread<\/td><td>-3.5 (-102)<\/td><td>+3.5 (-118)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Total<\/td><td>Over 50.5 (-110)<\/td><td>Under 50.5 (-110)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Current Odds<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Market<\/th><th>Kennesaw State Owls<\/th><th>Missouri State Bears<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Spread<\/td><td>-3 (-112)<\/td><td>+3 (-108)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Total<\/td><td>Over 52.5 (-110)<\/td><td>Under 52.5 (-110)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Line Movement &#8211; Spread<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Date<\/th><th>Kennesaw State<\/th><th>Missouri State<\/th><th>Public ($, #)<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>10\/13<\/td><td>-3 (-112)<\/td><td>+3 (-108)<\/td><td>&#8211;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>10\/13<\/td><td>-3 (-115)<\/td><td>+3 (-105)<\/td><td>&#8211;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>10\/13<\/td><td>-3 (-112)<\/td><td>+3 (-108)<\/td><td>&#8211;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>10\/12<\/td><td>-3 (-115)<\/td><td>+3 (-105)<\/td><td>&#8211;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>10\/12<\/td><td>-3 (-118)<\/td><td>+3 (-102)<\/td><td>&#8211;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>10\/12<\/td><td>-3 (-115)<\/td><td>+3 (-105)<\/td><td>&#8211;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>10\/11<\/td><td>-3 (-118)<\/td><td>+3 (-102)<\/td><td>&#8211;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>10\/11<\/td><td>-3.5 (-102)<\/td><td>+3.5 (-118)<\/td><td>&#8211;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>10\/11<\/td><td>-3 (-120)<\/td><td>+3 (+100)<\/td><td>&#8211;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>10\/11<\/td><td>-3.5 (-102)<\/td><td>+3.5 (-118)<\/td><td>&#8211;<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Line Movement &#8211; Total<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Date<\/th><th>Over<\/th><th>Under<\/th><th>Public ($, #)<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>10\/13<\/td><td>52.5 (-110)<\/td><td>52.5 (-110)<\/td><td>OV 100%, OV 100%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>10\/13<\/td><td>52.5 (-105)<\/td><td>52.5 (-115)<\/td><td>OV 100%, OV 100%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>10\/13<\/td><td>51.5 (-115)<\/td><td>51.5 (-105)<\/td><td>OV 100%, OV 100%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>10\/13<\/td><td>51.5 (-108)<\/td><td>51.5 (-112)<\/td><td>OV 100%, OV 100%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>10\/12<\/td><td>51.5 (-112)<\/td><td>51.5 (-108)<\/td><td>&#8211;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>10\/12<\/td><td>51.5 (-108)<\/td><td>51.5 (-112)<\/td><td>&#8211;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>10\/11<\/td><td>51.5 (-102)<\/td><td>51.5 (-118)<\/td><td>&#8211;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>10\/11<\/td><td>50.5 (-118)<\/td><td>50.5 (-102)<\/td><td>&#8211;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>10\/11<\/td><td>51.5 (-105)<\/td><td>51.5 (-115)<\/td><td>&#8211;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>10\/11<\/td><td>50.5 (-120)<\/td><td>50.5 (+100)<\/td><td>&#8211;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>10\/11<\/td><td>50.5 (-110)<\/td><td>50.5 (-110)<\/td><td>&#8211;<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/splashsports.com\/wagertalk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wagertalk.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/WT-25K-graphic-3-1024x576.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40455\" style=\"width:532px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wagertalk.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/WT-25K-graphic-3-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.wagertalk.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/WT-25K-graphic-3-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.wagertalk.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/WT-25K-graphic-3-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/www.wagertalk.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/WT-25K-graphic-3-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.wagertalk.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/WT-25K-graphic-3.png 1672w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Kennesaw State vs Missouri State Key Matchups and Handicap<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kennesaw State and Missouri State both enter with identical 1-4 overall records and 0-1 conference marks, making this a critical opportunity to secure a first CUSA victory. Kennesaw State opened at -3.5 and has settled at -3, while the total has climbed from 50.5 to 52.5. The Owls average 22.2 points per game, while the Bears average just 19.8, setting up a matchup where Kennesaw State&#8217;s dual-threat attack meets a Missouri State defense that has been repeatedly exposed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Kennesaw State Leans on Rickie Collins<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kennesaw State&#8217;s offense revolves around dual-threat quarterback Rickie Collins, who has completed 103 of 150 passes for 1,042 yards, three touchdowns and three interceptions while adding 246 rushing yards and four rushing touchdowns. His mobility and playmaking ability give the Owls a significant edge against a Missouri State defense that has surrendered at least 30 points in four of its five games.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Receiver Brayden Munroe leads Kennesaw State with 299 receiving yards, including a 159-yard performance against Jacksonville State. Defensively, linebacker Tywon Christopher has registered 36 tackles, and defensive lineman Ugonna Nwoha leads the team with three sacks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Missouri State Searching for Offensive Rhythm<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Missouri State counters with quarterback Skylar Locklear, who has thrown for 788 yards, four touchdowns and two interceptions. Running back Breezy Dubar leads the Bears with 218 rushing yards and two touchdowns, while receiver Isaiah Myers has contributed 419 receiving yards and three scores.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Bears have lost three straight, most recently falling 34-13 at Western Kentucky, and have scored just 37 combined points over their last two games. With several offensive contributors listed as questionable, finding consistent production could be difficult.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Missouri State Defense Under Pressure<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Linebacker Jared Lloyd anchors Missouri State&#8217;s defense with 62 tackles, but the Bears have struggled to generate consistent pressure, recording just six sacks through five games. That lack of a pass rush could give Collins time to extend plays, either through the air or with his legs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">KSU Must Learn to Finish Games<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kennesaw State&#8217;s biggest weakness has been closing out games. The Owls have dropped four consecutive contests since opening the season with a 47-0 victory over West Georgia, including a narrow 27-26 defeat against Jacksonville State on October 7. Improving offensive production suggests the Owls are close, but they must convert that progress into a complete four-quarter performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Owls Look to Snap a Four-Game Skid<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Collins&#8217; dual-threat capabilities and Kennesaw State&#8217;s improving offense provide an advantage against Missouri State&#8217;s vulnerable defense. Still, both teams have experienced offensive inconsistency, and neither has scored at a high rate this season, which keeps the final margin and the total firmly in play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">KSU vs MOST Betting Trends<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Kennesaw State has lost four consecutive games after opening with a 47-0 win over West Georgia.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Missouri State has lost three straight games.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Missouri State has allowed at least 30 points in four of its five games.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Missouri State has scored just 37 combined points over its last two games.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kennesaw State averages 22.2 points per game, while Missouri State averages 19.8.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kennesaw State opened at -3.5 (-102) and is currently -3 (-112).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The total opened at 50.5 and has risen to 52.5.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Over has drawn 100% of the money and 100% of tickets in the latest totals data.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">KSU vs MOST Key Injuries and Notes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Kennesaw State Owls:<\/strong> Zion Booker (WR, questionable, undisclosed), Gerard Bullock Jr. (TE, questionable, undisclosed)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Missouri State Bears:<\/strong> Josh Joyner (RB, questionable), James Rexroat (TE, questionable), Makai Cope (WR, uncertain)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kennesaw State&#8217;s questionable pass catchers could reduce Collins&#8217; passing options.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Missouri State has recorded just six sacks through five games.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Brayden Munroe posted 159 receiving yards against Jacksonville State.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The game will be televised on CBS Sports Network.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Kennesaw State vs Missouri State ATS and Total Picks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kennesaw State -3 is the side. Collins presents matchup problems for a Missouri State defense that has allowed 30 or more points in four of five games and struggles to pressure the quarterback. The Owls have been competitive in close losses, while the Bears have managed only 37 points across their last two outings and are dealing with questionable skill-position players.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On the total, Under 52.5 points offers value. The total has risen two points from its opening number of 50.5 with the Over drawing all of the public support, yet these offenses combine to average just 42 points per game. Missouri State&#8217;s recent scoring struggles and Kennesaw State&#8217;s inconsistency suggest the number has been inflated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Spread Pick:<\/strong> Kennesaw State -3<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Total Pick:<\/strong> Under 52.5 points<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Kennesaw State vs Missouri State Best Bets<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Best Bet:<\/strong> Kennesaw State -3<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Best Bet:<\/strong> Under 52.5 points<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final Score Prediction for Kennesaw State vs Missouri State<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Expect Collins to make the difference with his arm and legs as Kennesaw State finally finishes the job and snaps its losing streak. Missouri State should find some offense, but not enough to keep pace or push this game past the total.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Final Score Prediction:<\/strong> Kennesaw State 27, Missouri State 20<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Spread Pick:<\/strong> Kennesaw State -3<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Total Pick:<\/strong> Under 52.5 points<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>One team will finally get off the Conference USA schneid on Wednesday night, and the other will be staring at a 1-5 season with little margin left to salvage it. Our Kennesaw State vs Missouri State prediction breaks down this Week 7 battle at Robert W. Plaster Stadium in Springfield, Missouri, kicking off at 7:30 [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":24,"featured_media":40448,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[14],"tags":[17316,17310,17315,17313,17311,17314,17318],"class_list":["post-40598","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-college-football","tag-kennesaw-state-owls","tag-kennesaw-state-vs-missouri-state","tag-kennesaw-state-vs-missouri-state-best-bets","tag-kennesaw-state-vs-missouri-state-odds","tag-kennesaw-state-vs-missouri-state-picks","tag-kennesaw-state-vs-missouri-state-preview","tag-missouri-state-bears"],"basic_html":"\n<p>One team will finally get off the Conference USA schneid on Wednesday night, and the other will be staring at a 1-5 season with little margin left to salvage it. Our <strong>Kennesaw State vs Missouri State prediction<\/strong> breaks down this Week 7 battle at Robert W. Plaster Stadium in Springfield, Missouri, kicking off at 7:30 PM ET on October 14, 2026, on CBS Sports Network. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Kennesaw State has dropped four straight since a 47-0 opening win, including a heartbreaking one-point loss to Jacksonville State, while Missouri State has dropped three in a row and allowed at least 30 points in four of its five games. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>With dual-threat quarterback Rickie Collins leading the visitors and a total that has climbed two full points since opening, there is plenty to unpack before kickoff. Check out our latest <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wagertalk.com\/free-sports-picks\/college-football\">college football predictions<\/a> and see why the road favorite and the Under stand out in this midweek CUSA clash.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Kennesaw State vs Missouri State Quick Picks and Prediction<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\n\n\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Odds and Line Movement for Kennesaw State vs Missouri State<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Kennesaw State opened as a 3.5-point road favorite before settling on the key number of 3, while the total has risen from 50.5 to 52.5. Monitor every adjustment with our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wagertalk.com\/odds\">live odds<\/a> leading up to kickoff.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Opening Odds<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Market<\/th><th>Kennesaw State Owls<\/th><th>Missouri State Bears<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Spread<\/td><td>-3.5 (-102)<\/td><td>+3.5 (-118)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Total<\/td><td>Over 50.5 (-110)<\/td><td>Under 50.5 (-110)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Current Odds<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Market<\/th><th>Kennesaw State Owls<\/th><th>Missouri State Bears<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Spread<\/td><td>-3 (-112)<\/td><td>+3 (-108)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Total<\/td><td>Over 52.5 (-110)<\/td><td>Under 52.5 (-110)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Line Movement - Spread<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Date<\/th><th>Kennesaw State<\/th><th>Missouri State<\/th><th>Public ($, #)<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>10\/13<\/td><td>-3 (-112)<\/td><td>+3 (-108)<\/td><td>-<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>10\/13<\/td><td>-3 (-115)<\/td><td>+3 (-105)<\/td><td>-<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>10\/13<\/td><td>-3 (-112)<\/td><td>+3 (-108)<\/td><td>-<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>10\/12<\/td><td>-3 (-115)<\/td><td>+3 (-105)<\/td><td>-<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>10\/12<\/td><td>-3 (-118)<\/td><td>+3 (-102)<\/td><td>-<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>10\/12<\/td><td>-3 (-115)<\/td><td>+3 (-105)<\/td><td>-<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>10\/11<\/td><td>-3 (-118)<\/td><td>+3 (-102)<\/td><td>-<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>10\/11<\/td><td>-3.5 (-102)<\/td><td>+3.5 (-118)<\/td><td>-<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>10\/11<\/td><td>-3 (-120)<\/td><td>+3 (+100)<\/td><td>-<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>10\/11<\/td><td>-3.5 (-102)<\/td><td>+3.5 (-118)<\/td><td>-<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Line Movement - Total<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Date<\/th><th>Over<\/th><th>Under<\/th><th>Public ($, #)<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>10\/13<\/td><td>52.5 (-110)<\/td><td>52.5 (-110)<\/td><td>OV 100%, OV 100%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>10\/13<\/td><td>52.5 (-105)<\/td><td>52.5 (-115)<\/td><td>OV 100%, OV 100%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>10\/13<\/td><td>51.5 (-115)<\/td><td>51.5 (-105)<\/td><td>OV 100%, OV 100%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>10\/13<\/td><td>51.5 (-108)<\/td><td>51.5 (-112)<\/td><td>OV 100%, OV 100%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>10\/12<\/td><td>51.5 (-112)<\/td><td>51.5 (-108)<\/td><td>-<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>10\/12<\/td><td>51.5 (-108)<\/td><td>51.5 (-112)<\/td><td>-<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>10\/11<\/td><td>51.5 (-102)<\/td><td>51.5 (-118)<\/td><td>-<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>10\/11<\/td><td>50.5 (-118)<\/td><td>50.5 (-102)<\/td><td>-<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>10\/11<\/td><td>51.5 (-105)<\/td><td>51.5 (-115)<\/td><td>-<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>10\/11<\/td><td>50.5 (-120)<\/td><td>50.5 (+100)<\/td><td>-<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>10\/11<\/td><td>50.5 (-110)<\/td><td>50.5 (-110)<\/td><td>-<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/splashsports.com\/wagertalk\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.wagertalk.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/WT-25K-graphic-3-1024x576.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40455\" style=\"width:532px;height:auto\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Kennesaw State vs Missouri State Key Matchups and Handicap<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Kennesaw State and Missouri State both enter with identical 1-4 overall records and 0-1 conference marks, making this a critical opportunity to secure a first CUSA victory. Kennesaw State opened at -3.5 and has settled at -3, while the total has climbed from 50.5 to 52.5. The Owls average 22.2 points per game, while the Bears average just 19.8, setting up a matchup where Kennesaw State's dual-threat attack meets a Missouri State defense that has been repeatedly exposed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Kennesaw State Leans on Rickie Collins<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Kennesaw State's offense revolves around dual-threat quarterback Rickie Collins, who has completed 103 of 150 passes for 1,042 yards, three touchdowns and three interceptions while adding 246 rushing yards and four rushing touchdowns. His mobility and playmaking ability give the Owls a significant edge against a Missouri State defense that has surrendered at least 30 points in four of its five games.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Receiver Brayden Munroe leads Kennesaw State with 299 receiving yards, including a 159-yard performance against Jacksonville State. Defensively, linebacker Tywon Christopher has registered 36 tackles, and defensive lineman Ugonna Nwoha leads the team with three sacks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Missouri State Searching for Offensive Rhythm<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Missouri State counters with quarterback Skylar Locklear, who has thrown for 788 yards, four touchdowns and two interceptions. Running back Breezy Dubar leads the Bears with 218 rushing yards and two touchdowns, while receiver Isaiah Myers has contributed 419 receiving yards and three scores.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>The Bears have lost three straight, most recently falling 34-13 at Western Kentucky, and have scored just 37 combined points over their last two games. With several offensive contributors listed as questionable, finding consistent production could be difficult.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Missouri State Defense Under Pressure<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Linebacker Jared Lloyd anchors Missouri State's defense with 62 tackles, but the Bears have struggled to generate consistent pressure, recording just six sacks through five games. That lack of a pass rush could give Collins time to extend plays, either through the air or with his legs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">KSU Must Learn to Finish Games<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Kennesaw State's biggest weakness has been closing out games. The Owls have dropped four consecutive contests since opening the season with a 47-0 victory over West Georgia, including a narrow 27-26 defeat against Jacksonville State on October 7. Improving offensive production suggests the Owls are close, but they must convert that progress into a complete four-quarter performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Owls Look to Snap a Four-Game Skid<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Collins' dual-threat capabilities and Kennesaw State's improving offense provide an advantage against Missouri State's vulnerable defense. Still, both teams have experienced offensive inconsistency, and neither has scored at a high rate this season, which keeps the final margin and the total firmly in play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">KSU vs MOST Betting Trends<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">KSU vs MOST Key Injuries and Notes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Kennesaw State vs Missouri State ATS and Total Picks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Kennesaw State -3 is the side. Collins presents matchup problems for a Missouri State defense that has allowed 30 or more points in four of five games and struggles to pressure the quarterback. The Owls have been competitive in close losses, while the Bears have managed only 37 points across their last two outings and are dealing with questionable skill-position players.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>On the total, Under 52.5 points offers value. The total has risen two points from its opening number of 50.5 with the Over drawing all of the public support, yet these offenses combine to average just 42 points per game. Missouri State's recent scoring struggles and Kennesaw State's inconsistency suggest the number has been inflated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Kennesaw State vs Missouri State Best Bets<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final Score Prediction for Kennesaw State vs Missouri State<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Expect Collins to make the difference with his arm and legs as Kennesaw State finally finishes the job and snaps its losing streak. 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