Myrtle Beach Bowl: Kennesaw State Owls vs Western Michigan Broncos Betting Pick & Prediction for 12/19

College Football Preview

The Myrtle Beach Bowl will feature the Kennesaw State Owls and the Western Michigan Broncos. This game is set to take place at Brooks Stadium in Conway, SC, on Friday, December 19, 2025. Fans can catch the action on ESPN, starting at 11:00 AM.

Kennesaw State comes into this bowl game with a 10-3 record. They performed well in Conference USA with an 8-1 record. On the other side, Western Michigan holds a 9-4 record, going 7-1 in the Mid-American Conference. Both teams will look to end their season on a high note in this postseason matchup.

Kennesaw State Team Preview

The Kennesaw State Owls have been strong in their recent games. They have won four of their last five games. Their most recent victory was against Jacksonville State with a 19-15 score, showing their ability to win close games.

The Owls’ offense has shown improvement compared to last season. This year, they have scored 368 points and ranked 39th in the nation. Their passing game has been a key factor, with 3194 yards, placing them 28th in the country.

On the defensive side, the Owls have allowed 316 points, ranking them 110th. They have excelled in getting to the quarterback with 31 sacks, which ranks 11th. However, they have some injury concerns with key players like Garland Benyard and Donelius Johnson out for the season.

Myrtle Beach Bowl: Kennesaw State vs Western Michigan Game Day Info

  • Sport: NCAA Football
  • Teams: Kennesaw State Owls vs. Western Michigan Broncos
  • Venue: Brooks Stadium, Conway, SC
  • Date: Friday, December 19, 2025
  • Betting Odds: Kennesaw State +148, Western Michigan -178

Western Michigan Team Preview

The Western Michigan Broncos have had a strong finish to their regular season. They secured a 23-13 victory over the Miami (OH) RedHawks at Ford Field. This win highlighted their ability to run the ball, with 288 rushing yards compared to only 111 passing yards.

In another recent game, the Broncos defeated the Eastern Michigan Eagles 31-21. They again showed their strength on the ground, rushing for 279 yards. Despite having fewer first downs, they capitalized on Eastern Michigan’s turnovers to take the win.

The Broncos have been consistent with their rushing attack, as seen in their 35-19 win over Northern Illinois. They rushed for 363 yards, outpacing their passing game, which only managed 32 yards. Their defense also played a role, limiting the Huskies to 13 first downs.

BTB Betting Pick

For the spread, take Kennesaw State to cover +4.0. Kennesaw State has improved their offense significantly, ranking 39th in points for this season. Western Michigan’s defense ranks 70th in points against, which might give Kennesaw State a chance to keep the game close. A projected score might be Western Michigan 28, Kennesaw State 27.

For the total, consider the under 49.5. Kennesaw State’s defense has allowed 316 points, ranking them 110th, while Western Michigan’s defense is stronger, allowing 237 points. With both teams having defensive strengths, the game might not reach the total. The projected total score is around 55, but the under looks safer given the defensive stats.