The Western Michigan Broncos (9-4) and the Kennesaw State Owls (10-3) are set to face off in the Myrtle Beach Bowl on Friday, Dec. 19 in Conway, South Carolina and USA TODAY’s panel of college football experts have locked in their picks and predictions for the action. Here’s everything you need to know before kickoff, including live updated odds and how to watch.
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Kennesaw State vs. Western Michigan live odds, moneyline, over/under
Opening Lines
- Spread: Western Michigan (-4)
- Moneyline: Western Michigan (-180), Kennesaw State (+150)
- Over/Under: 47.5
Kennesaw State vs. Western Michigan picks against the spread
Austin Curtright: Western Michigan (-3.5)
A battle of two conference champions, Kennesaw State won the CUSA and Western Michigan won the MAC this season. The Broncos ended the season with five consecutive wins and will cover the spread against the Owls, who had their best season in program history after recently moving to FBS.
Ehsan Kassim: Western Michigan (-3.5)
Both teams love to run the ball, but it will be Western Michigan that successfully keeps Kennesaw State’s offense off the field with a dominant game on the ground.
Craig Meyer: Kennesaw State (+3.5)
This is perhaps the best bowl game not involving a Power Four team, with the Conference USA and MAC champions squaring off. Dual-threat Kennesaw State quarterback Amari Odom should be able to negate aspects of Western Michigan’s dynamic pass rush, helping the Owls cover and even get their 11th win under first-year head coach Jerry Mack.
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How to watch the 2025 Myrtle Beach Bowl
- Matchup: Western Michigan Broncos (9-4) vs. Kennesaw State Owls (10-3)
- Date: Friday, Dec. 19 at 11 a.m.
- Venue: Brooks Stadium
- Location: Conway, South Carolina
- TV Station: ESPN
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