The Buffalo Bulls will take on the Minnesota Golden Gophers on Thursday, August 28, 2025. The game will be held at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, MN. Kickoff is set for 8:00 PM and will be broadcast on FS1.

Buffalo vs. Minnesota Betting Prediction

• Money Line Prediction: Buffalo Bulls +659. Buffalo has a strong away record from last season and offers a high payout on the moneyline. Betting on them could be a good value pick.
• Over/Under Prediction: Over 44.5. Buffalo has a trend of hitting the over in away games, and both teams have shown the ability to score points.

Team Trends

• The Buffalo Bulls had a 9-4 record last season, with a 4-3 record on the road.
• The Minnesota Golden Gophers ended last season with an 8-5 record, going 4-3 at home.
• Buffalo’s defense ranked 19th in sacks with 31 during the last regular season.
• Minnesota’s offense ranked 65th in passing yards with 2,888 last season.
• The game will be played at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, MN, and aired on FS1.

Buffalo vs Minnesota Preview

The Buffalo Bulls and Minnesota Golden Gophers are set to start their 2025 season. Buffalo comes off a strong 9-4 record last year, including a win in the Bahamas Bowl. They finished third in the Mid-American Conference. The Bulls ended last season with a five-game win streak, showing they can perform well on the road.

Minnesota had an 8-5 record in the 2024 season, with a solid performance in the Big Ten Conference. They wrapped up last season with a victory in the Duke’s Mayo Bowl. The Golden Gophers have a two-game win streak and will look to defend their home turf at Huntington Bank Stadium. This game will kick off their new campaign under the lights on FS1.

Minnesota Golden Gophers: Season Overview

The Minnesota Golden Gophers play in the Big Ten Conference. Their home games are held at Huntington Bank Stadium. Last season, they had a regular season record of 8-5, with a home record of 4-3.

Quarterback Max Brosmer had 2828 passing yards over 13 games. He also threw 18 touchdowns and had six interceptions. Running back Darius Taylor led the team with 986 rushing yards and 10 touchdowns in 12 games.

The team’s offense scored 340 points, ranking 59th last season. The defense allowed 220 points, placing them 53rd. Minnesota’s defense recorded 28 sacks, ranking them 22nd in this category.

Buffalo Bulls: Road Warriors Ready

The Buffalo Bulls are part of the Mid-American Conference. They play their home games at UB Stadium. Last season, the Bulls had a 9-4 record, with a 4-3 record in road games.

Quarterback C.J. Ogbonna led the Bulls with 2,381 passing yards over 13 games. He threw 19 touchdowns and 5 interceptions. Running back Al-Jay Henderson was a key player with 1,078 rushing yards and 9 touchdowns in 13 games.

The Bulls scored 375 points, ranking them 44th in offense. Their defense allowed 343 points, placing them 109th. The defense also recorded 31 sacks, ranking 19th in that category.

Final Betting Pick

Buffalo Bulls have shown they can perform well on the road. Last season, they had a 4-3 record in away games. This makes their money line of +659 an attractive option for bettors looking for a high payout. Buffalo’s ability to win away games gives them a chance to pull off an upset.

The over 44.5 prediction is supported by Buffalo’s trend of hitting the over in away games. They have a strong offense, ranking 44th in points scored last season. Minnesota’s defense ranked 53rd in points allowed, suggesting both teams can score. This makes the over a solid pick for this game.

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