Aug 28, 2025; Orlando, Florida, USA; Jacksonville State Gamecocks quarterback Gavin Wimsatt (2) hands off to Jacksonville State Gamecocks running back Cam Cook (4) during the first quarter at Acrisure Bounce House. Mandatory Credit: Mike Watters-Imagn Images

Conference championship weekend is here and Friday night gives us the Conference USA title game between the Jacksonville State Gamecocks and Kennesaw State Owls.

The Gamecocks finished the regular season 8-4 and 7-1 in CUSA. They won six of their last seven games, with the lone loss coming two weeks ago against FIU.

The Owls wrapped up their regular season at 9-3 overall and 7-1 in CUSA. They won nine of their last 10 games, with their only loss coming on the road against the Gamecocks.

If you're looking to get back in the swing of football season and need some betting advice for Friday's matchup in Jacksonville, AL, we've got you covered. Here are the latest odds for the game, courtesy of BetMGM.

Jacksonville State vs Kennesaw State game odds:

All college football odds via BetMGM

  • Spread: Kennesaw State -2.5 (-110), Jacksonville State +2.5 (-110)
  • Money Line: Kennesaw State -140, Jacksonville State +115
  • Over-Under: Over 60.5 (-105), Under 60.5 (-115)

Jacksonville State vs Kennesaw State prediction, pick:

These two teams met just three weeks ago and the Gamecocks came away with a 35-26 victory. They jumped out to a 25-10 lead and held on for the victory. That game was at home for the Gamecocks and so is this one. They outgained the Owls 579-451 and had 14 more first downs than them.

The Owls moved the ball, but turned the ball over four times in the loss. They have to limit those turnovers if they want to avenge the earlier loss and win the CUSA championship.

This game is going to have a ton of points, but the Gamecocks are playing at home and that gives them the slight advantage. Take the Gamecocks in a shootout.

Prediction: Jacksonville State 38, Kennesaw State 35

Best Bet: Jacksonville State +2.5, Over 60.5

Jacksonville State vs Kennesaw State channel, start time, streaming:

Time: 7 p.m. ET

TV Channel: CBS Sports Network

Live Stream: Paramount+

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