Appalachian State Mountaineers vs Old Dominion Monarchs Betting Pick & Prediction for 10/25
This article was published on Oct 21, 2025. Today’s picks College Football picks

In Week 9 of the 2025 NCAA football season, the Appalachian State Mountaineers will play against the Old Dominion Monarchs. The game will take place at S.B. Ballard Stadium in Norfolk, Virginia. Fans can watch the game on ESNU at 12:00 PM on Saturday, October 25, 2025.
Both teams have a record of 4-3 this season. Appalachian State has a road record of 2-2, while Old Dominion is strong at home with a 3-0 record. This game is part of the Sun Belt Conference, where both teams have a conference record of 1-2.
Appalachian State Team Preview
The Appalachian State Mountaineers have had a mixed season so far. They have won some games but have also faced losses. Their most recent game against Coastal Carolina ended with a loss, 45-37.
The Mountaineers’ offense has shown strength in passing yards. They rank 23rd in passing yards this season with 1,945 yards. Their rushing yards are at 1,014, placing them 75th.
Appalachian State’s defense has been strong in interceptions, ranking 9th with 8 interceptions. However, they have allowed 197 points, ranking 108th. Their top QB, AJ Swann, has 943 passing yards and 6 touchdowns.
Appalachian State vs Old Dominion Game Day Info
- Sport: NCAA Football
- Teams: Appalachian State Mountaineers vs. Old Dominion Monarchs
- Venue: S.B. Ballard Stadium in Norfolk, VA
- Date: Saturday, October 25, 2025
- Betting Odds: Appalachian State +407, Old Dominion -557
Old Dominion Team Preview
The Old Dominion Monarchs have shown mixed results in their recent games. They faced a tough loss against James Madison, 63-27, where they struggled with their defense. In a game against Marshall, they again fell short, losing 48-24, despite having more passing yards. In contrast, the Monarchs found success at home against Coastal Carolina, winning 47-7. Their offense was strong with 317 passing yards and 302 rushing yards. They also secured a victory against Liberty, 21-7, with a solid defense limiting Liberty to just 11 first downs. Colton Joseph has been a key player for the Monarchs, with 1,690 passing yards and 16 touchdowns this season. Trequan Jones leads the rushing attack with 481 yards. Despite some strong performances, the team is dealing with injuries, including Jason Henderson being out for the season.
BTB Betting Pick
For the spread pick, take Appalachian State to cover +13.5. They have a strong passing offense, ranked 23rd, which could challenge Old Dominion’s defense. Projected score is Old Dominion 35, Appalachian State 28. The line is +13.5 (-108) for Appalachian State.
For the total, go with the under 62.5. Both defenses have shown some ability to limit points, with Old Dominion allowing 184 points this season. The projected total is 63, but the under is set at 62.5 (-107), which seems reasonable given the defenses.