Wyoming Cowboys @ Akron Zips Player Props, Picks and Predictions - 8/28/2025 7:00 PM EDT

We have your Wyoming Cowboys @ Akron Zips prop betting and game preview needs covered as the Wyoming Cowboys hit the road to face the Akron Zips.

Wyoming Cowboys @ Akron Zips Pick

Best Moneyline Odds: Wyoming Cowboys (-278), Akron Zips (+225)
Best Spread Odds: Wyoming Cowboys -7.5 (-105), Akron Zips +7.5 (-115)
Best Total Odds: Over 50.5 (-108), Under 50.5 (-112)

Game Info

Date: 8/28/2025
Time: 7:00 PM EDT
Location: Akron, Ohio
TV: -

Wyoming Cowboys @ Akron Zips Preview

The Wyoming Cowboys enter the 2025 season under second-year head coach Jay Sawvel, looking to improve upon a challenging 3-9 record in 2024. Last season saw the Cowboys' offense struggle significantly, ranking near the bottom of college football in points scored, with their defense performing only marginally better. Redshirt sophomore Kaden Anderson is set to lead the offense at quarterback, and the team hopes to establish a more effective ground game with a seemingly decent backfield. Defensively, Wyoming has bolstered its ranks with numerous transfers and graduate transfers, complementing returning players, particularly on the defensive line. Oddsmakers have set Wyoming's 2025 win total at 5.5, positioning them as a middling team in the Mountain West with +3300 odds to win the conference. Despite their overall record in 2024, the Cowboys were a solid bet against the spread, finishing 6-6, following a 7-5-1 ATS record in 2023.

The Akron Zips, playing at home, will face a Wyoming team that aims to assert its physical dominance. Analysts suggest Wyoming will look to play "bully ball" against the Zips, leveraging their strength in the trenches and veteran presence on offense. Wyoming's Kaden Anderson will have his top three receiving targets back, which could exploit Akron's undersized front seven, creating opportunities for big plays through the air once the Zips commit to stopping the run. However, Akron's offense is led by Joe Moorhead, an elite offensive mind, and features quarterback Ben Finley, who is returning for his second season in the system after previous stints at NC State and Cal. With Wyoming's completely rebuilt secondary and playing on the road, both teams are expected to find offensive success, leading to a potentially high-scoring affair.

Pick: Over 50.5 Total Points (-108)

The recommendation for this matchup leans heavily towards the Over on the total points. The Wyoming Cowboys are expected to impose their will offensively, utilizing their strong trench play and veteran offensive unit. With quarterback Kaden Anderson having his top three receiving targets returning, the Cowboys are poised to create significant scoring opportunities, especially against an Akron Zips front seven that is noted as undersized. This mismatch could lead to favorable down-and-distance situations for Wyoming, allowing them to open up their passing game over the top.

On the other side, the Akron Zips, under the guidance of elite offensive coordinator Joe Moorhead, are also anticipated to contribute significantly to the scoreboard. Quarterback Ben Finley, now in his second season within Moorhead's system, brings experience from previous programs and should be more comfortable leading the Zips' attack. Furthermore, Wyoming's secondary has undergone a complete rebuild, and playing on the road for their season opener could present early challenges for their defensive cohesion. The expectation is for both teams to find success moving the ball and converting drives into touchdowns rather than field goals, pushing the total score past the 50.5 line.