Hawaii Rainbow Warriors vs Arizona Wildcats NCAAF Betting Prediction

NCAAF Hawaii Rainbow Warriors vs Arizona Prediction 8/30

On Saturday, August 30, 2025, the Hawaii Rainbow Warriors will take on the Arizona Wildcats at Arizona Stadium in Tucson, AZ. This game marks Week 1 of the 2025 regular season. Kickoff is scheduled for 10:30 PM and will be broadcast on TNT.

Hawaii vs. Arizona Betting Prediction

  • Money Line Prediction: Arizona Wildcats -542. Arizona has a better chance at home with a 3-4 record last season. Hawaii struggled on the road with a 1-4 record.
  • Over/Under Prediction: Under 56.0. Both teams scored under 270 points last season, and their defenses allowed a lot of points, but the offenses were not high-scoring.

Team Trends

  • The Hawaii Rainbow Warriors had a road record of 1-4 last season.
  • Arizona Wildcats ended last season with a home record of 3-4.
  • Hawaii ranked 35th in passing yards with 3,218 last season.
  • Arizona’s defense ranked 123rd in points against, allowing 381 points last season.
  • Hawaii’s defense ranked 7th in interceptions with 6 last season.

Hawaii vs Arizona Preview

The Hawaii Rainbow Warriors are set to begin their season against the Arizona Wildcats. Last season, the Rainbow Warriors finished with a 5-7 record. They had a strong home performance but struggled on the road, winning only one away game. They are looking to improve their road record this year, starting with this game in Tucson.

On the other side, the Arizona Wildcats ended last season with a 4-8 record. Their conference performance was challenging, with only two wins. They ended the season on a two-game losing streak. Playing at home, they aim to start the new season on a positive note and break their losing streak.

Arizona Wildcats: Key Players and Season Outlook

The Arizona Wildcats play in the Big 12 Conference and call Arizona Stadium their home. Last season, the Wildcats had a record of 4-8 overall, with a home record of 3-4. In conference games, they ended with a record of 2-8.

Quarterback Noah Fifita is a standout player for the Wildcats. Last season, he played in 12 games and threw for 2,958 passing yards, ranking 31st in the league. Fifita also recorded 18 passing touchdowns, securing the top spot for his team in this category.

On the rushing side, Quali Conley is a key player to watch. He participated in 12 games, accumulating 745 rushing yards and scoring 8 rushing touchdowns. Wide receiver Tetairoa McMillan is also notable, with 84 receptions and 1,319 receiving yards last season, both ranking first on the team.

Hawaii Rainbow Warriors: Road Challenges and Key Players

The Hawaii Rainbow Warriors are part of the Mountain West Conference. They play their home games at the Clarence T.C. Ching Athletics Complex. Last season, they finished with a 5-7 record overall, performing better at home with a 4-3 record.

Quarterback Brayden Schager played 11 games last season. He recorded 2,591 passing yards, which ranked 60th in the league, and led his team in passing touchdowns with 19. His performance is a key factor for the Warriors’ offense.

Running back Landon Sims led the team with 351 rushing yards and contributed 1 rushing touchdown over 12 games. Wide receiver Nick Cenacle was a top target, with 63 receptions and 721 receiving yards, both highest on the team. These players are crucial for their offensive strategy this season.

Final Betting Pick

Arizona Wildcats are favored with a money line of -542. They have a better chance at home, where they had a 3-4 record last season. Hawaii Rainbow Warriors struggled on the road with a 1-4 record, making it tough for them to secure a win away from home.

The over/under is set at 56.0, and the prediction is for the total to go under. Both teams scored under 270 points last season. Their defenses allowed many points, but neither offense was high-scoring, which supports the under prediction.


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