Akron vs Kentucky Football Odds

The Zips will play the Wildcats on Saturday, September 16th, 2023. The matchup takes place at Kroger Field. Watch this exciting Week 3 matchup at 7:30 pm EDT. Check local listings for coverage on ESPNU.

Learn more about College Football betting with our handy tutorial and guide. We explain spread, total and money line bets.


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Key Matchup Stats

The 2023 college football season continues with Akron matching up against Kentucky at Kroger Field. Let's review how each team is doing so far to better understand how this game will play out.

  • SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings - Akron has a 98.67 conference power ranking for the 2023 season so far. The 2023 conference power ranking for Kentucky is 99.33.
  • Away Akron - Akron currently has a 0-1 record as an away team for the 2023 regular season, ranking them 2nd in the MAC Conference for away team wins. Not much can be concluded from this stat just yet, so stay tuned.
  • Home Kentucky - So far, Kentucky has a 2-0 record as a home team. They currently rank 1st in the SEC Conference for home team wins in 2023. Keep tabs on this figure, as it will change in the coming weeks.
  • Points Scored - Akron ranks 4th (45) in the MAC Conference, with Kentucky currently ranking 4th (72) for points scored in the 2023 SEC Conference.
  • Points Against - Akron stands 5th (45) in the MAC Conference for points scored by opponents in 2023. Kentucky sits at 3rd (31) in the 2023 SEC Conference for points against in the 2023 season.
  • Team Records - Akron has a 1-1 regular season overall record, with Kentucky currently possessing a 2-0 regular season standing for the 2023 NCAAF season.

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Ladies and gentlemen, get ready for an electrifying clash at Kroger Field this Saturday! It's the Akron vs. Kentucky showdown, and the stakes couldn't be higher for the Wildcats. This key early matchup of the 2023-24 college football regular season is a must-win for Kentucky as they defend their home turf.

While it's still early in the season, both teams are looking to make a statement. With a 1-1 standing, Akron is hungry for a victory, while Kentucky is riding high with a perfect 2-0 record. Expect nothing less than a thrilling battle filled with explosive plays and heart-stopping moments.

SportsBetting3.com invites you to review this game's prop bets, where you can find exciting opportunities to wager on the outcome. Will it be an offensive shootout or a defensive slugfest? Only time will tell, but one thing's for sure: the atmosphere at Kroger Field will be electric.

Before placing your bets, make sure to compare the odds below. Both teams will leave it all on the field, and you won't want to miss a second of the action. So mark your calendars for September 16th and get ready for a Saturday filled with college football excitement. Get your popcorn ready, because this game is bound to be a wild ride.

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Best Point Spread Betting Odds
Underdog

Akron
Favorite

Kentucky
Kentucky has a -25.5 -105 point spread at BetMGM OH. They are the point spread favorite in this matchup. Akron has a +25.5 -115 point spread at BetMGM OH. Akron is the point spread underdog. Review how to bet on a point spread with our text and video tutorials.

Best Total Betting Odds
OverUnder
BetMGM has the best over line of 48.5 points. Risk $110 to win $100. BetMGM has the best under line of 48.5 points. Risk $110 to win $100. Our tutorial explains more about total bets.

Best Moneyline Betting Odds
Underdog

Akron
Favorite

Kentucky
Kentucky is the -5000 moneyline favorite. Risk $5,000 to win $100 on Kentucky at BetMGM. Akron is the +1350 underdog at BetMGM. Risk $100 to win $1,350 on Akron. Learn more about how to bet on money lines.

Matchup Odds FAQs

What is the point spread for the Akron vs Kentucky College Football game on Saturday, September 16th, 2023?

Kentucky is a -25.5 -105 point spread favorite at BetMGM, while Akron is a +25.5 -115 point spread underdog at BetMGM.

What is the over-under total line for the Akron vs Kentucky College Football game on Saturday, September 16th, 2023?

The best over line is 48.5 -110 points at BetMGM, which means you risk $110 to win $100 betting the over. The best under line is 48.5 -110 points at BetMGM, and that means you risk $110 to win $100 betting the under.

What is the moneyline for the Akron vs Kentucky College Football game on Saturday, September 16th, 2023?

Kentucky is a -5000 moneyline favorite at BetMGM and Akron is a +1350 moneyline underdog at BetMGM.

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College Football Odds and Outcomes Explained

Game
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Akron
Kentucky
9/16/23 7:30pm EDT
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Underdog Akron - Akron bettors risk $100 to win $86.96 at -115 odds.

A +25.5 Akron underdog bet wins if they lose by 25 or fewer, tie, or win outright. Your bet loses if they lose by 26 or more.

Favorite Kentucky - Kentucky bettors risk $100 to win $95.24 at -105 odds.

A -25.5 Kentucky favorite bet wins if they win by 26 or more. Your bet loses if they win by 25 or fewer, tie, or lose outright.

Akron at Kentucky Prop Bets

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College Football Prop Bets
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9/16/23 7:30pm EDT
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Recent Meetings Since 2019

Recent Meetings Since 2019
WeekGameResultMargin
2023
Week 3
Akron vs Kentucky
Saturday, September 16th, 2023
UK 35, AKR 3
Kroger Field
Kentucky by 32

Team Standings

2023-2024 College Football Regular Season Standings - Akron, Kentucky
Team Conf Conf% W L PF PA Home Away Strk
MAC East
Akron1-70.1252101953362-30-7L3
SEC East
Kentucky3-50.375763783364-33-2L1

Akron & Kentucky Futures Odds

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Akron Championship Odds

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Kentucky Championship Odds

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Akron & Kentucky Team Pages

Review each team's season schedule and results, season win total odds, futures odds, betting bonuses and other valuable information on our exclusive team betting odds pages. Team betting odds and stats update throughout the season:

Team Schedules & Results


2023-24 Akron Games & Results
WeekMatchupDate & Result
Week 1Akron vs
Temple
TEM 24, AKR 21
Saturday, September 2nd, 2023
Week 2Morgan State vs
Akron
AKR 24, MORG 21
Saturday, September 9th, 2023
Week 3Akron vs
Kentucky
UK 35, AKR 3
Saturday, September 16th, 2023
Week 4Akron vs
Indiana
IU 29, AKR 27 (4OT)
Saturday, September 23rd, 2023
Week 5Buffalo vs
Akron
BUFF 13, AKR 10 (OT)
Saturday, September 30th, 2023
Week 6Northern Illinois vs
Akron
NIU 55, AKR 14
Saturday, October 7th, 2023
Week 7Akron vs
Central Michigan
CMU 17, AKR 10
Saturday, October 14th, 2023
Week 8Akron vs
Bowling Green
BGSU 41, AKR 14
Saturday, October 21st, 2023
Week 10Kent State vs
Akron
AKR 31, KENT 27
Wednesday, November 1st, 2023
Week 11Akron vs
Miami (OH)
M-OH 19, AKR 0
Wednesday, November 8th, 2023
Week 12Akron vs
Eastern Michigan
EMU 30, AKR 27 (2OT)
Tuesday, November 14th, 2023
Week 13Ohio vs
Akron
OHIO 25, AKR 14
Friday, November 24th, 2023


2023-24 Kentucky Games & Results
WeekMatchupDate & Result
Week 1Ball State vs
Kentucky
UK 44, BALL 14
Saturday, September 2nd, 2023
Week 2Eastern Kentucky vs
Kentucky
UK 28, EKU 17
Saturday, September 9th, 2023
Week 3Akron vs
Kentucky
UK 35, AKR 3
Saturday, September 16th, 2023
Week 4Kentucky vs
Vanderbilt
UK 45, VAN 28
Saturday, September 23rd, 2023
Week 5Florida vs
Kentucky
UK 33, FLA 14
Saturday, September 30th, 2023
Week 6Kentucky vs
Georgia
UGA 51, UK 13
Saturday, October 7th, 2023
Week 7Missouri vs
Kentucky
MIZ 38, UK 21
Saturday, October 14th, 2023
Week 9Tennessee vs
Kentucky
TENN 33, UK 27
Saturday, October 28th, 2023
Week 10Kentucky vs
Mississippi State
UK 24, MSST 3
Saturday, November 4th, 2023
Week 11Alabama vs
Kentucky
ALA 49, UK 21
Saturday, November 11th, 2023
Week 12Kentucky vs
South Carolina
SC 17, UK 14
Saturday, November 18th, 2023
Week 13Kentucky vs
Louisville
UK 38, LOU 31
Saturday, November 25th, 2023
BowlsClemson vs
Kentucky
Taxslayer Gator Bowl
CLEM 38, UK 35
Friday, December 29th, 2023

How to Bet on the Game

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How to Bet on the Akron vs Kentucky College Football Game

  1. Open a new sports betting account before game time.

    Review our list of sports betting sites. Open a new account before the game starts on Saturday, September 16th, 2023 at 7:30 pm EDT, making sure to enter all your personal details correctly. Don't forget to add your bonus code.

  2. Visit the sportsbook’s cashier, banking, or deposit page.

    Navigate to the sportsbook's deposit page. Use your Visa card or MasterCard, or deposit with a bank transfer, or other methods like Paypal.

  3. Tap to the sportsbook's College Football page, look for the Akron vs Kentucky Game.

    Navigate to the sportsbook's College Football page. Next, look for live or upcoming matchups. Select the Akron vs Kentucky Game.

  4. Choose your bet and place a wager.

    Choose your bet and then use the funds you deposited to place a wager. The sportsbook will pay your winnings or deduct a losing wager from your account balance after the game.

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