Iowa vs. Nebraska Prediction, Odds, and Picks - November 29, 2024
The Iowa Hawkeyes (7-4) bring their 12th-ranked rushing attack into a matchup with the Nebraska Cornhuskers (6-5), who boast the No. 18 rushing defense in the country. The game takes place on Friday, November 29, 2024, with Iowa favored by 3 points. The over/under for the game is set at 40.5 points.
In their most recent outings, the Hawkeyes defeated the Maryland Terrapins 29-13, while the Cornhuskers triumphed over the Wisconsin Badgers with a dominant 44-25 victory.
Game Information:
- Date & Time: Friday, November 29, 2024, at 7:30 p.m. ET
- Location: Kinnick Stadium, Iowa City, IA
- TV: NBC
Betting Insights:
- Spread: Iowa -3 (-112)
- Moneyline: Iowa -147, Nebraska +123
- Total Over/Under: 40.5 (-111 Over, -109 Under)
Prediction:
- Pick Against the Spread (ATS): Iowa (-3)
- Pick Over/Under (OU): Over 40.5
- Final Score Prediction: Iowa 28, Nebraska 19
Team Stats Comparison (2024):
- Iowa: 29.4 points per game (54th), 17.7 points allowed per game (11th)
- Nebraska: 25.1 points per game (91st), 20.5 points allowed per game (27th)
Key Players to Watch:
- Iowa: Kaleb Johnson (RB, 1,492 YDS, 21 TD), Brendan Sullivan (QB, 343 YDS, 2 TD), Jay Higgins (LB, 101 TKL)
- Nebraska: Dante Dowdell (RB, 564 YDS, 11 TD), Dylan Raiola (QB, 2,392 YDS, 12 TD), Isaiah Neyor (WR, 448 YDS, 5 TD)
Head-to-Head:
Iowa has won two of the last three meetings against Nebraska, with the Hawkeyes outscoring the Cornhuskers 58-55 in that span.
Final Thoughts:
Iowa's solid defense and powerful rushing attack should provide the Hawkeyes with an advantage in this matchup. Nebraska will need to rely on its own rushing game and the arm of Dylan Raiola to keep it competitive. Despite Nebraska’s defensive strength, Iowa’s overall balance and experience should lead them to a narrow victory, with the total points likely exceeding the 40.5 mark.
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