Northwestern at Indiana Betting Tips – Hoosiers’ College Football Cover Drought To Continue
Indiana enters the matchup against Northwestern on a three-game win streak and remains undefeated, but crucially has failed to cover the spread this season. Northwestern, undefeated as well with a 2-0 record, has been impressive on both sides of the ball and has covered in both contests so far. Despite Indiana being the favored team, the recommendation is to back Northwestern to cover as significant underdogs thanks to their current form and depth, making them a value pick in this Big Ten opener.
- Indiana unbeaten but yet to cover the spread this season
- Northwestern enters Big Ten play at 2-0 with strong performances
- Expert pick: Northwestern tipped to cover as underdogs
Northwestern are tipped to cover as a three-touchdown underdog in Indiana.
The Hoosiers are the better team and are expected to win, but they are yet to cover this season and the Wildcats have the talent on both sides of the football to prevent a total blowout.
Key Numbers – Can Indiana End Cover Drought?
- Indiana have failed to cover in their 3 games this season
- Northwestern have covered in both of their previous games
- The Under has cashed in 2 of Indiana’s 3 games so far
Northwestern Lead All-Time Head-To-Head; Indiana Won Last Meeting
- Northwestern lead the all-time series 47-36-1
- Indiana won 41-24 when the two teams last met in October 2024
Northwestern Take 2-0 Record Into Big Ten Opener
Northwestern go into their first Big Ten game of the season having won back-to-back non-conference matchups to start the season.
The Wildcats opened with a 34-17 win over South Dakota State, and backed that up in impressive fashion last weekend as they blew out Colorado.
They raced out to a 21-0 lead before half-time, before putting the finishing touches on a 41-7 victory in the second half.
Northwestern quarterback Aidan Chiles went 17/22 for 241 yards and three touchdowns, with Joseph Williams leading the receivers with 88 yards and a score off five receptions.
No less than nine players carried the football, with lead backs Gavin Sawchuk and Caleb Komolafe combining for 97 yards on the ground.
Indiana Riding 3-Game Win Streak
Indiana have made the perfect start to their defence of the national crown, winning three straight games.
The Hoosiers kicked off the campaign with a 52-16 victory over North Texas – and since then they have not given up a single point.
They made it back-to-back wins with a 55-0 shutout of Howard, before downing Western Kentucky 38-0 last weekend.
Indiana quarterback Josh Hoover went 18/24 for 273 yards and two touchdowns, while Charlie Becker led the receivers with 127 yards and a TD.
Lee Beebe rushed for 50 yards and a couple of touchdowns, but it was Turbo Richard who made the biggest impact on the ground, amassing 149 yards and a score off 15 carries.
Verdict
Indiana are off to perfect start, but they are yet to cover the spread this season.
Northwestern are in good form and are playing good football, so we are taking the Wildcats and the free points on Friday night.
Northwestern are in good form and are playing good football, so we are taking the Wildcats and the free points on Friday night.
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