Iowa Hawkeyes vs Vanderbilt NCAAF Betting Prediction
PublishedDecember 10, 2025,            Posted By: Maria Uebelhor
Last updated:December 10, 2025 ,

NCAAF Bowl Iowa Hawkeyes vs Vanderbilt Prediction 12/31

The Iowa Hawkeyes will take on the Vanderbilt Commodores in the ReliaQuest Bowl on Wednesday, December 31, 2025. The game will be held at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, FL, and is set to kick off at 12:00 PM. Fans can catch the action live on ESPN. The Hawkeyes, with an 8-4 record, face a tough challenge against the Commodores, who hold a 10-2 record and are ranked #13 in the AP poll.

Iowa vs. Vanderbilt Betting Prediction

  • Money Line Prediction: Vanderbilt at -224. Vanderbilt has a strong home record, going 7-0 this season. They have also won their last postseason game, showing they can perform well under pressure.
  • Over/Under Prediction: Over 49.5. Both teams have shown they can score, with Vanderbilt scoring 45 in their last game and Iowa scoring 40. This suggests a high-scoring game is likely.

Team Trends

  • Vanderbilt Commodores have a perfect 7-0 home record this season.
  • Iowa Hawkeyes have a 3-2 road record this season.
  • Vanderbilt is ranked #13 in the AP poll and #12 in the Coaches poll.
  • Iowa Hawkeyes won their last regular season game against Nebraska, 40-16.
  • Vanderbilt Commodores scored 473 points this season, ranking 9th in the nation.

Iowa vs Vanderbilt ReliaQuest Bowl Preview

The Iowa Hawkeyes and the Vanderbilt Commodores are set to meet in the ReliaQuest Bowl. Iowa enters with an 8-4 record, while Vanderbilt boasts a 10-2 record. The game will take place at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, FL. Fans can watch the game live on ESPN at 12:00 PM.

Iowa plays in the Big Ten Conference and has a solid 6-3 conference record. Vanderbilt, ranked #13 in the AP poll, comes from the Southeastern Conference with a 6-2 conference record. The Commodores have a perfect 7-0 home record this season. Both teams aim to end their seasons on a high note in this postseason game.

Vanderbilt Commodores: Home Team Preview

The Vanderbilt Commodores have been strong this season. They hold a 10-2 record and are undefeated at home with a 7-0 record. Their recent performance includes a 45-24 victory over Tennessee.

Diego Pavia leads the Commodores at the quarterback position. He has played 12 games with 3,192 passing yards and 27 touchdowns. Running back Sedrick Alexander supports with 563 rushing yards and 11 touchdowns.

Vanderbilt’s offense ranks 9th in points, scoring 473 this season. Their defense is ranked 85th in points against, allowing 263 points. They also rank high in sacks and interceptions, both at 12th and 8th respectively.

Iowa Hawkeyes: Road Warriors in Action

The Iowa Hawkeyes have had a strong season with an 8-4 record. They have been solid in their conference games, winning 6 out of 9. Their most recent game was a 40-16 win over Nebraska, showcasing their ability to perform on the road with a 3-2 away record.

Mark Gronowski leads the team at quarterback with 1,529 passing yards and 8 touchdowns. Kamari Moulton supports the offense with 783 rushing yards and 4 touchdowns. The team’s offense has scored 347 points this season, ranking 49th nationally.

On defense, Iowa has allowed 182 points, ranking 60th. They rank 21st in sacks with 21 and 12th in interceptions with 11. Key players like TJ Hall and Xavier Williams are dealing with injuries, which could impact their upcoming performance.

Final Betting Pick

Vanderbilt is a strong pick for the money line at -224. They have a perfect home record this season, winning all seven games. This shows they play well at FirstBank Stadium. Their recent postseason win also highlights their ability to perform under pressure.

The over 49.5 prediction is supported by both teams’ recent scoring. Vanderbilt scored 45 points in their last game, while Iowa scored 40. This suggests both teams have strong offenses. With Vanderbilt’s high offensive rank, a high-scoring game is likely.

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