Western Michigan Broncos vs Buffalo Bulls Prediction, 10/3/2026 College Football Picks, Best Bets & Odds

Game: Western Michigan Broncos vs Buffalo Bulls

Date: Saturday, October 3, 2026

Location: Broadview Stadium in Buffalo, NY

TV: ESPN+

Odds/Point Spread: Bulls (+13.5)

Total/Over-Under: 47

Broadview Stadium is the site where the Buffalo Bulls (2-2) will take on the Western Michigan Broncos (2-2) on Saturday, October 3, 2026. Buffalo opens this game as 13.5-point dogs from Vegas oddsmakers. The over/under is set at 47.

The Western Michigan Broncos head into this matchup 2-2 for this season. In their last contest, the Broncos went up against the Boise State Broncos and ended up losing by a score of 32-7. When it came to the battle of the line of scrimmage, the Broncos conceded 173 yds on 42 attempts, which is 4.1 yds per run allowed. Western Michigan allowed 16 completions on 23 attempts for 204 yds, and a completion rate of 69.6%. For the game, they tallied 51 plays which converted into 223 yards. The Western Michigan Broncos ended up running the ball 22 times and accumulated 113 yards, which is an average of 5.1 yds per carry.

When it comes to scoring points, the Western Michigan Broncos have an average of 24.0 points per outing. As a unit they're maintaining an average of 152.5 yards on the ground ranking this team at 85th in Division 1. The Broncos have earned 1,191 total yards over the course of this season. In terms of getting the ball in the endzone, Western Michigan has earned 5 passing touchdowns and 7 rushing touchdowns. Western Michigan has recorded 69 first downs, and they have been flagged for 20 infractions for 188 yds. They have given the ball to the opposition 2 different times.

The Broncos sit in 45th in the country concerning team defense, giving up 20.0 points per game. They are allowing an average of 4.2 yards per run and 161.5 rushing yards per game on the year. Over the course of this season, they have conceded 646 yards via the ground game in 4 contests. In terms of passing yards, the Broncos have conceded 768 yds which ranks them 56th in college football. They have yielded 192.0 yards per game through the air in addition to allowing a completion percentage of 61.1%. Overall, they are giving up 353.5 yards per contest ranking them 73rd in the country. They have allowed 6 touchdowns via the pass as well as 5 touchdowns running the ball.

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The Bulls step onto the field holding a record of 2-2 for this season. When they last stepped on the gridiron, the Bulls got the win with a final of 31-28 against the Robert Morris Colonials. The Bulls finished the contest with a total of 442 yards while they ran 91 plays (4.9 yards per play). Buffalo rushed the ball for 4.8 yards per tote, totaling 302 yards on 63 carries. Buffalo relinquished 22 rush attempts for 153 yds (7.0 yards per rush). The Bulls secondary conceded a completion percentage of 41.9%, surrendering 163 yds on 13 for 31 through the air.

The Buffalo Bulls hold an average of 314.3 yards per outing, ranking them 126th in Division 1. The Buffalo offense has racked up 258 penalty yds on 24 infractions, which has them ranked 88th in the nation in terms of hurting your team. They maintain an average of 155.5 rushing yards per game and have rushed for 622 yards for this year. They have tossed 3 interceptions while losing 6 fumbles and they have been able to record 71 first downs. In terms of their ability to score points, the Bulls rank 117th in the nation holding an average of 21.3 PPG. During the season so far, the Bulls currently sit at 635 yards via the pass together with holding an average of 158.8 passing yards per contest, ranking them 124th in the country.

Buffalo has surrendered a total of 683 yards rushing (170.8 yards per outing) and 7 touchdowns on the ground on the season. They have allowed 9 touchdowns from the passing game and 255.5 yards/contest, which puts them in 121st in Division 1. Overall, they have surrendered 133 points. They have earned 1 fumble and 1 interception so far this season. The Bulls defense has been on the field for 268 plays, which is 91st in college football. The Bulls are allowing 33.3 points per game, ranking them 126th in Division 1.

Who will win tonight's Broncos/Bulls college football game against the spread?

Tony's Pick: Take the Broncos -13.5

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