The Kennesaw State Owls (4–2) head south to face the Florida International Panthers (3–3) in a C-USA Tuesday night battle at Pitbull Stadium in Miami. Both teams are coming off convincing wins — the Owls routed Louisiana Tech 35–7, while FIU shut down Western Kentucky 25–6.
With both defenses playing disciplined football, oddsmakers expect a tight contest, setting Kennesaw State as 2.5-point favorites with a 48.5 total on ESPN2.
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📺 Where to Watch Kennesaw State vs. Florida International Prediction? (October 21)
| Detail | Info |
| Date | Tuesday, October 21, 2025 |
| Time | 7:00 p.m. ET |
| Location | Pitbull Stadium, Miami, FL |
| Network | ESPN2 |
| Live Stream | FuboTV / ESPN App |
| Tickets | Available via Vivid Seats |
💰 Betting Odds
| Market | Odds |
| Spread | Kennesaw State -2.5 (-111) |
| Moneyline | Kennesaw State -126 / FIU +106 |
| Total (O/U) | 48.5 (-110 / -110) |
Implied Probabilities:
- Kennesaw State win: 55.8%
- FIU win: 48.5%
🧩 Matchup Overview
Two programs on the rise meet in Miami with plenty to prove.
Kennesaw State’s debut season in Conference USA has been defined by defensive discipline and ball control, while Florida International continues to find balance behind RB Kejon Owens, who’s averaging a remarkable 6.7 yards per carry.
The Owls rank among the top 25 in scoring defense (20.5 PPG) and have limited turnovers better than most FBS newcomers. FIU, meanwhile, leans heavily on its run game, but inconsistency at quarterback has limited their ceiling.
🦉 Kennesaw State Owls Breakdown
| Category | Stat / Rank |
| Record | 4–2 |
| Points For / Against | 22.0 / 20.5 |
| Turnover Margin | +2 |
| ATS Record | 4–2 |
| Road Record | 2–1 |
| Games Over 48.5 Total | 1 of 6 |
🔥 Offensive Snapshot
QB Amari Odom and dual-threat backup Dexter Williams II continue to rotate series, giving KSU both poise and mobility.
- Odom: 754 pass yds (71.6%), 6 total TDs
- Williams: 526 pass yds, 4 TDs, adds 91 rush yds and a score
- WR Gabriel Benyard: 29 catches, 398 yds, 3 TDs
- RB Coleman Bennett: 365 rush yds, 2 TDs, plus 104 receiving yards
The Owls’ offense isn’t flashy, but it’s efficient — methodical drives, QB runs, and short-to-intermediate passing to maintain rhythm.
🧱 Defense Wins
The Owls’ calling card has been defense:
- Allowing just 20.5 points per game
- DL Tylon Dunlap (6 TFL, 3.5 sacks) leads a unit that limits explosive plays
- LB Baron Hopson (43 tackles) and DB JeRico Washington Jr. are reliable stoppers at the second and third levels
🐆 Florida International Panthers Breakdown
| Category | Stat / Rank |
| Record | 3–3 |
| Points For / Against | 21.8 / 27.7 |
| Turnover Margin | -2 |
| ATS Record | 4–2 |
| Home Record | 2–1 |
| Games Over 48.5 Total | 2 of 6 |
🚀 Offensive Snapshot
The Panthers’ identity runs through RB Kejon Owens, one of C-USA’s most dynamic backs:
- Owens: 658 rush yds, 6 TDs, 109.7 YPG
- QB Keyone Jenkins: 959 pass yds, 3 TD, 4 INT, +4 rushing TDs
- WR Alex Perry: 19 rec, 280 yds, 2 TD
FIU’s run game has been elite at times — Owens’ 195-yard performance vs. WKU last week reminded everyone of his breakout 2024 season. But inconsistency at QB has limited explosive passing plays.
🛡️ Defense Snapshot
This unit thrives on turnovers, with DB Jessiah McGrew (3 INT) leading a secondary that’s kept FIU competitive.
- LB Johnny Chaney: 34 tackles, 4 TFL
- DB Mister Clark: 2 INTs, 2 TFL
- FIU allows 27.7 PPG but just 6 points last week — their best showing of the year.
📈 Betting Trends
| Category | Trend |
| KSU ATS | 4–2 overall |
| FIU ATS | 4–2 overall |
| KSU as favorite | 2–0 SU, 1–1 ATS |
| FIU as underdog | 2–1 ATS |
| Under trend | 8 of last 10 combined games have gone Under 49 |
🎯 Key Matchups
| Matchup | Analysis |
| KSU QB rotation vs. FIU secondary | Odom’s accuracy vs. McGrew’s ball-hawking will define chunk plays. |
| Kejon Owens vs. KSU front | Strength vs. strength — Owens faces a top-25 scoring defense. |
| Red zone efficiency | KSU ranks among C-USA’s best; FIU settles for FGs too often. |
💎 Prop Bets (Projected Lines)
| Prop | Pick | Odds | Reasoning |
| Kejon Owens Anytime TD | ✅ Yes | -120 | FIU’s most reliable red-zone weapon |
| Coleman Bennett Anytime TD | ✅ Yes | +110 | Versatile RB used in both run/pass game |
| Under 48.5 Points | ✅ Under | -110 | Both defenses rank top-half nationally |
| First Half Total Under 24.5 | ✅ Under | -105 | Expect slow tempo early on |
💰 Same Game Parlay (ClutchBuzz Pick)
| Leg | Selection | Odds |
| 1️⃣ | Kennesaw State ML (-126) | |
| 2️⃣ | Total Under 48.5 | |
| 3️⃣ | Kejon Owens Anytime TD | |
| 🎯 Total Parlay Odds | +375 |
🧠 Final ClutchBuzz Kennesaw State vs. Florida International Prediction
Two grind-it-out programs clash in Miami — and while FIU’s home crowd and star RB Kejon Owens will keep them competitive early, Kennesaw State’s balanced QB rotation and elite defense should prevail in the second half. Expect a low-scoring, methodical battle where red zone execution separates the Owls.
🏁 Final Score Prediction:
Kennesaw State 27, Florida International 17
Best Bet: Kennesaw State -2.5
Lean: Under 48.5
ClutchBuzz Confidence Rating: ★★★★☆
