Away Team
Record 4-2
Last 5 4-1 last five
ATS 3-3-0 ATS
Road 1-2 road
Standings
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Schedule
Kickoff Countdown
4d 10:20:25
Start Time 10:00 PM EST
Date October 17, 2026
Venue Hornet Stadium
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Season Series First meeting, series tied 0-0.

Ohio enters Sacramento riding three consecutive wins and a perfect MAC start, while the Hornets have lost four straight. A spread around two touchdowns tests whether the Bobcats can turn their ground-game advantage into margin.

Home Team
Record 1-5
Last 5 1-4 last five
ATS 2-4-0 ATS
Home 1-2 home
Analysis Updated: 10:28 PM ET
Injuries Checked: 10:28 PM ET
Odds Updated: 11:34 AM ET

Betting Snapshot

Spread
SACST +15.5
Open: SACST +13.5
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Moneyline
SACST +470
Open: SACST +490
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Total
48.5
Open: 49.5
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Matthew Coleman over 49.5 receiving yards aligns with his 75.7 yards per game. Coleman over 49.5 receiving yards targets Ohio coverage allowing 208.2 passing yards per game. Coleman over 49.5 receiving yards benefits from likely catch-up passing volume against favored Ohio.

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Best Home Spread
MyBookie.ag | SACST +16
Best Home Moneyline
BetRivers | SACST +540
Best Over Line
FanDuel | 48.5
Best Away Spread
BetRivers | OHIO -14.5
Best Away Moneyline
Caesars | OHIO -625
Best Under Line
Fanatics | 49
Updated 11:34 AM ET
Sportsbook Spread Moneyline Total
FanDuelOHIO -15.5
SACST +15.5
OHIO -710
SACST +490
O 48.5
U 48.5
DraftKingsOHIO -15.5
SACST +15.5
OHIO -650
SACST +470
O 48.5
U 48.5
BetMGMOHIO -15
SACST +15
OHIO -650
SACST +500
O 48.5
U 48.5
BetRiversOHIO -14.5
SACST +14.5
OHIO -910
SACST +540
O 48.5
U 48.5
FanaticsOHIO -14.5
SACST +14.5
OHIO -650
SACST +475
O 49
U 49
BovadaOHIO -15
SACST +15
OHIO -700
SACST +475
O 49
U 49
BetOnline.agOHIO -14.5
SACST +14.5
OHIO -675
SACST +491
O 49
U 49
LowVig.agOHIO -14.5
SACST +14.5
OHIO -675
SACST +491
O 49
U 49
MyBookie.agOHIO -16
SACST +16
OHIO -847
SACST +530
O 49
U 49
BetUSOHIO -14.5
SACST +14.5
OHIO -670
SACST +485
O 49
U 49
CaesarsOHIO -15.5
SACST +15.5
OHIO -625
SACST +450
O 49
U 49

Injury Report

Ohio lists quarterback Hype Grand as questionable with an undisclosed issue and receiver R. Perry as out, according to a current injury listing. Sacramento State has several players listed as questionable, including running back Jamar Curtis and receivers K. Peevy and A. Bryant. These statuses warrant a check closer to kickoff, especially for the Hornets backfield and receiver rotation. Ohio quarterback Nick Poulos played and threw three touchdowns on October 10.

Key Players

Ohio
Nick Poulos
Poulos threw for 158 yards and three touchdowns against Central Michigan.
Sacramento State
Matthew Coleman
Coleman has 32 catches for 454 yards and four touchdowns this season.

Key Matchup Edge

Ohio averages 197.3 rushing yards per game while Sacramento State allows 161.3, creating a clear path to possession control. Bowling Green rushed for 218 yards against the Hornets last weekend. If Ohio stays ahead of the chains, the Bobcats can protect their defense, shorten the game and pressure a Sacramento State offense averaging only 16.3 points.

3 Things to Watch

  • Ohio rushing efficiency on early downs
  • Hornets protection against third-down pressure
  • Coleman targets when Sacramento State trails

Betting Breakdown

Ohio visits Sacramento State on October 17 for a 10 p.m. ET kickoff at Hornet Stadium, with the Bobcats trying to move to 3-0 in MAC play. Ohio has won three straight, most recently beating Central Michigan 31-14 behind three touchdown passes from Nick Poulos. The visitors have averaged 197.3 rushing yards per game, a meaningful matchup advantage against a Hornets defense yielding 161.3 on the ground. Sacramento State is 1-5 and has lost four in a row since beating Mississippi Valley State; its latest setback was a 38-10 loss at Bowling Green. The Hornets rushed for just 70 yards and managed 215 total yards in that game, illustrating the pressure on quarterback Jackson Sharman and the offensive line. Market prices around Ohio minus 14.5 and a total near 49 reflect a considerable gap in current form. However, Ohio is only 3-3 against the spread, and the Bobcats have not always turned favorable game scripts into dominant final scores. A sustained rushing attack, third-down stops and turnover margin will determine whether Ohio clears the large road number.

Ohio Betting Outlook

Ohio brings a 4-2 overall record and 2-0 MAC start into its first meeting with Sacramento State. The Bobcats have beaten Stonehill, Kent State and Central Michigan in their last three outings, allowing just 31 combined points across those wins. Their offense relies heavily on its rushing production, averaging 197.3 yards per game on the ground, with Victor Rosa and Duncan Brune providing options in the backfield. Nick Poulos supplied an efficient scoring spark against Central Michigan, throwing three touchdowns in a 31-14 victory. The main betting question is not the moneyline but margin: Ohio is 3-3 ATS and only 1-2 on the road straight up.

Sacramento State Betting Outlook

Sacramento State faces a demanding homecoming matchup during its first FBS season as a MAC affiliate. The Hornets are 1-5, including 0-3 in conference play, and are coming off a 38-10 defeat at Bowling Green. Their offense averages 16.3 points and 104.3 rushing yards per game, leaving limited room for negative plays or turnovers. Jackson Sharman has thrown for 1,001 yards, while Matthew Coleman leads the receivers with 454 yards and four touchdowns. Home games offer a more encouraging betting split: the Hornets are 2-1 ATS in Sacramento despite going 1-2 outright. Sustaining drives and finding Coleman downfield are their clearest routes to staying within the spread.

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Ohio Bobcats vs Sacramento State Hornets FAQ

What is the current spread for Ohio Bobcats vs Sacramento State Hornets?

The current home spread is SACST +15.5, while the away spread is OHIO -15.5.

How far has the spread moved for Ohio Bobcats vs Sacramento State Hornets?

The spread opened at SACST +13.5 and is now SACST +15.5.

What is the current moneyline for Ohio Bobcats vs Sacramento State Hornets?

The current moneyline is OHIO -650 / SACST +470.

How far has the moneyline moved for Ohio Bobcats vs Sacramento State Hornets?

The moneyline opened at OHIO -675 / SACST +490 and is now OHIO -650 / SACST +470.

What is the current total for Ohio Bobcats vs Sacramento State Hornets?

The current total is 48.5.

How far has the total moved for Ohio Bobcats vs Sacramento State Hornets?

The total opened at 49.5 and is now 48.5.

Is the market taking the underdog in Ohio Bobcats vs Sacramento State Hornets?

Current market signal: Market Widening.

Is the market taking the favorite in Ohio Bobcats vs Sacramento State Hornets?

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Is the total dropping for Ohio Bobcats vs Sacramento State Hornets?

Current totals signal: Total Dropping.

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Current totals signal: Total Dropping.

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What is the biggest matchup edge for Ohio Bobcats vs Sacramento State Hornets?

Ohio averages 197.3 rushing yards per game while Sacramento State allows 161.3, creating a clear path to possession control. Bowling Green rushed for 218 yards against the Hornets last weekend. If Ohio stays ahead of the chains, the Bobcats can protect their defense, shorten the game and pressure a Sacramento State offense averaging only 16.3 points.

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Matchup Ohio Bobcats vs. Sacramento State Hornets
Game Date October 17, 2026
Venue Hornet Stadium
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LEAN
WIN %
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RESULT
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OREGST -6.5
56.8%
8
WIN
MICHST@WISC
WISC -8
58.2%
8
WIN
UNLV@AKRON
OVER 52.5
56.5%
6
LOSS
OREGST@UTEP
OVER 55.5
56.7%
6
LOSS
GATECH@STNFRD
OVER 47.5
56.9%
6
WIN
TEXAS@TENN
UNDER 55
57.1%
7
WIN
WAGNER@CAL
OVER 65
58.1%
8
LOSS
JMAD@SDGST
UNDER 46.5
57.1%
7
WIN
MISSST@SC
OVER 58.5
58.1%
8
WIN
FRESNO@SJST
OVER 47.5
58.1%
8
LOSS
UL@USC
OVER 59.5
56.9%
6
WIN
MEMP@BOISE
UNDER 56.5
56.9%
6
LOSS
CAL@CUSE
UNDER 57.5
56.9%
6
WIN
RICE@ND
OVER 54.5
57.0%
6
LOSS
RUT@BC
UNDER 54.5
56.9%
6
WIN
WASHST@WASH
OVER 51.5
56.9%
6
LOSS
TOWSON@NAVY
OVER 51
57.4%
7
WIN
FURMAN@TENN
OVER 67.5
57.1%
7
LOSS
MIAOH@PITT
UNDER 47.5
57.2%
7
LOSS
UTEP@OKLA
OVER 51.5
56.9%
6
LOSS
ALBANY@BUFF
ALBANY +18.5
54.1%
4
WIN
ALBANY@BUFF
UNDER 47.5
57.1%
7
WIN
UAB@ILL
KATIN HOUSER OVER 18.5 PASS COMP
54.2%
4
LOSS
HAWAII@STNFRD
HAWAII +4.5
54.8%
4
LOSS
MEMP@UNLV
UNLV -4
53.2%
3
LOSS
SJST@USC
OVER 61.5
57.0%
6
WIN
JAXST@NDAKST
UNDER 46.5
56.8%
6
WIN
NCST@UVA
CJ BAILEY OVER 29.5 PASS ATT
54.2%
4
LOSS
MIAMI@IND
ROMAN HEMBY UNDER 15.5 RUSH ATT
55.2%
5
LOSS
OLEMISS@GEORGIA
KEWAN LACY ANYTIME TD
56.7%
6
WIN
BAMA@IND
FERNANDO MENDOZA UNDER 26.5 PASS ATT
55.2%
5
WIN
OREG@TXTECH
OREG -126
58.9%
6
WIN
NEB@UTAH
DEVON DAMPIER UNDER 185.5 PASS YDS
53.4%
3
LOSS
NOTEX@SDGST
NOTEX -7
54.2%
4
LOSS
BAMA@OKLA
ISAIAH SATEGNA III ANYTIME TD
54.2%
4
WIN
BYU@TTU
PARKER KINGSTON OVER 20.5 LONGEST RECEPTION
54.3%
4
WIN
UNLV@BOISE
BOISE -4.5
56.7%
6
WIN
ECU@FAU
FAU +7
57.8%
7
LOSS
OREG@WASH
WASH +7
54.9%
4
LOSS
WYO@HAWAII
WYO +7.5
55.1%
5
LOSS
COLO@KSTATE
COLO +17.5
54.0%
4
WIN
OHIOST@MICH
MICH +10.5
56.4%
6
LOSS
VATECH@UVA
VATECH +8
57.8%
7
LOSS
NWEST@ILL
LUKE ALTMYER UNDER 19.5 PASS COMP
54.3%
4
WIN
ORE@WAS
DEMOND WILLIAMS JR UNDER 43.5 RUSH YDS
55.2%
5
WIN
MIAMI@VATECH
VATECH +18.5
54.2%
4
WIN
GAST@TROY
TROY -9.5
55.7%
5
WIN
DEL@WAKE
DEL +18
56.7%
6
LOSS
NMEX@AF
NMEX -3.5
56.1%
5
WIN
WASHST@JMAD
WASHST +14.5
55.3%
5
WIN
ILL@WISC
WISC +9
55.1%
5
WIN
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