Northern Illinois Huskies (2-1) vs. NC State Wolfpack (2-2)
Northern Illinois Huskies vs. NC State Wolfpack September 28 2024 – The colorful autumn season sets in, and it’s time for people to sit back and admire Northern Illinois Huskies and NC State Wolfpack competing in a collegiate football match for week 5 of NCAAF season. Week five of the season, this Saturday clash at Carter-Finley Stadium should be littered with fire, bedecking two teams that have had a colorful but rough beginning. Not only is this game exciting in terms of action on the field, but leading sports betting sites offer plenty of opportunities as well, with the Huskies trying to build on their good start, looking forward to win this game, while the Wolfpack will try to get back to even.
Northern Illinois Huskies vs. NC State Wolfpack September 28 2024 Game Info
| When: | Saturday, September 28, 2024 at 12:00 PM ET |
| Where: | Carter-Finley Stadium |
| TV: | The CW Network |
| Stream: | Sofascore |
Northern Illinois Huskies vs. NC State Wolfpack Betting Odds
| Team | Moneyline | Spread | Total |
| Northern Illinois | +330 | +11.5 (-110) | 46.5 Over -105 |
| NC State | -430 | -11.5 (-110) | 46.5 Under -115 |
Going into this contest, the Huskies will be considerable underdogs with a spread of +11.5 as they take on a very strong home side in the Wolfpack. Although considered more of a ruin than an advantage, the recent trend of covering the spread for week 5 games (6-1 ATS) means they may not be walkovers. As for NC State, who is heavily favored by the odds, they will have the burden of ‘proven’ the -430 money line, especially given their recent six straight wins at home.
Ethan Hampton (Huskies QB) vs. Grayson McCall (Wolfpack QB)
Coming to the Huskies, Ethan Hampton has been a huge surprise this season, achieving a remarkable 235.9 passer rating with 526 passing yards to go with six touchdown passes without throwing a single interception. With the ability to connect with deep passes, including an 83-yard strike, he is a valuable asset that can swing the favor for the Huskies.
On the other hand, it has been rather quiet for Grayson McCall for the Wolfpack with a passer rating of 127.8. McCall however has shown capability with 476 passing yards and three touchdowns, but his two interceptions and getting sacked four times for 17 yards indicate some weakness in his game which the Huskies are likely to take advantage of.
Huskies Ground and Air Attack: Harnessing Momentum
The Husky offense is not just focused on the passing game; it is also supported by Antario Brown and his monstrous rushing of six yards per carry and Grayson Barnes who has established himself as a key player with an average of 18 yards per catch. This balanced assault may not be easy for the Wolfpack defensive unit which has been exposed a few times just like in the heavy defeat they suffered against Tennessee.
Wolfpack’s Tactical Play: Finding Consistency
After a resounding performance by NC State’s offense, led by Jordan Waters’s tough running (191 yards, two TD rushes) and Kevin Concepcion’s receiving (239 yards, three TD receptions), it will be a challenge to find a steady performance. If the Wolfpack is seeking to control the pace of the game and not allow the destructive force that is the Huskies’ offense to take the field, they will need to rely on Waters’ ability to break off large chunks of yardage and Concepcion’s ability to make important receptions.
Northern Illinois Huskies Betting Trends
Recently, the Huskies have been strong against the spread, primarily in road games and Week 5 games. Their ability to overperform in such circumstances also makes the confines of the betting world quite interesting.
NC State Wolfpack Betting Trends
While the Wolfpack of the North Carolina State University has a good overall record, recent betting statistics on the Wolfpack are rather conflicting, especially the last five games where the team has a 0-5 away from a point spread. This trend begs the question of whether they can cover big spreads even at home.
Northern Illinois Huskies vs. NC State Wolfpack Betting Previews
Taking the account the differences in stylistics and game performance recently, this game is worth great attention within betting activities. The Huskies have a strong offense and ability to cover spreads so they are very attractive, especially now with the +11.5 line. The Wolfpack, on the other hand, needs to prove that they can back up their domination at home with big market spread covers.
To wrap up, in case NC State has been the smart bet straight up, Northern Illinois should be expected to cover the spread as the smarter bet. The over on 46.5 also looks attractive since both teams have a tendency to get into shootouts. As to the prop bets, Ethan Hampton could be considered as any time touchdown scorer bet to offer good odds with the player’s form. As for better tips and other features, watch for NCAAF free betting predictions.
Score Prediction: NC State Wolfpack 27, Northern Illinois Huskies 20.
