DraftKings lists FIU -10.5 for Tuesday’s game between the Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders and the Florida International Panthers, with the over/under at 45.5. Those Middle Tennessee vs FIU odds are the starting point for this preview, which also walks through both teams’ records (Middle Tennessee 3-3, FIU 3-3), season stats, key players and coaches. Kickoff is 7:00 PM ET at Pitbull Stadium in Miami, FL, on CBS Sports Network.
Middle Tennessee vs FIU Odds, Spread & Kickoff Details
| Matchup detail | Line / info |
|---|---|
| Matchup | Middle Tennessee at FIU |
| Records | Middle Tennessee 3-3, FIU 3-3 |
| Spread | Middle Tennessee +10.5 (-110), FIU -10.5 (-110) |
| Moneyline | Middle Tennessee +330, FIU -425 |
| Total | 45.5 (Over -110, Under -110) |
| Venue | Pitbull Stadium, Miami, FL |
| Date | Tuesday, October 20, 2026 |
| Kickoff | 7:00 PM ET |
| TV | CBS Sports Network |
Lines shown are DraftKings Middle Tennessee vs FIU odds via ESPN as of 5:47 AM ET on Monday, Oct. 19, 2026; they can move during the week.
Middle Tennessee vs FIU Odds & Line Movement
The DraftKings spread sets FIU at -10.5, so Middle Tennessee sits at +10.5. Middle Tennessee is +330 and FIU is -425 on the moneyline, and the game total sits at 45.5. Converted to implied probability, Middle Tennessee +330 works out to about 23% and FIU -425 to about 81%, before removing the sportsbook margin.
Here is how the Middle Tennessee vs FIU odds have moved since the open. The spread opened at FIU -10 and has moved 0.5 points to FIU -10.5. The total opened at 45.5 and has held there. On the moneyline, Middle Tennessee has gone from +320 to +330 and FIU from -410 to -425. Prices: Middle Tennessee -110 and FIU -110 against the spread, over -110, under -110.
Middle Tennessee Preview: Record, Leaders & Recent Results
Middle Tennessee Season So Far
The Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders are 3-3 overall, 1-1 in conference play. In ESPN’s table, Middle Tennessee is 4th in the Conference USA standings. The road record stands at 0-3, against 3-0 at home. Most recently, on Oct. 13, Middle Tennessee outlasted Delaware 33-30 at home. Across 6 games, Middle Tennessee has been outscored 170-137 (-33 point differential).
Middle Tennessee’s 2026 results, per ESPN:
- Sept. 5: W 38-14 vs. Murray State
- Sept. 12: L 26-28 at Marshall
- Sept. 19: W 27-20 vs. Nevada
- Sept. 26: L 13-23 at Jacksonville State
- Oct. 3: L 0-55 at Kansas
- Oct. 13: W 33-30 vs. Delaware
The most lopsided result so far was a 38-14 win over Murray State. The toughest result was a 55-0 loss at Kansas. For anyone tracking the Middle Tennessee vs FIU odds, those margins show the range of outcomes this team has produced.
Middle Tennessee Season Stats
On offense, Middle Tennessee averages 22.8 points and 321.5 total yards per game, split between 200.7 passing and 120.8 rushing yards. The defense gives up 28.3 points and 415.7 yards per game (216.5 through the air, 199.2 on the ground).
For comparison, FIU is scoring 19.7 points per game and giving up 14.7, with 166.0 passing yards allowed per game.
Middle Tennessee Key Players
Roman Gagliano has thrown for 1,204 yards (110 of 188, 58.5%) with 11 touchdowns and 2 interceptions. Antonio Martin paces the ground game at 5.2 yards per carry (433 yards, 1 touchdown). Cam’ron Lacy is the top target with 35 catches for 369 yards. On defense, Korey Smith leads the team in tackles (56) and Kaven Call leads in sacks (1).
- Passing: Roman Gagliano (QB), 110/188, 1,204 YDS, 11 TD, 2 INT
- Rushing: Antonio Martin (RB), 83 CAR, 433 YDS, 1 TD
- Receiving: Cam’ron Lacy (WR), 35 REC, 369 YDS, 4 TD
- Sacks: Kaven Call (LB), 1
- Tackles: Korey Smith (LB), 56
Middle Tennessee Coaching Staff
Head coach Derek Mason has led Middle Tennessee since 2024, making this his 3rd season. Offensive coordinator: Anthony Scelfo. On defense, the coordinator is Brian Stewart.
FIU Preview: Form, Season Stats & Coaching Staff
FIU Season So Far
The Florida International Panthers are 3-3 overall, 1-1 in conference play. FIU currently sits 4th in the Conference USA standings (ESPN). Home games have gone 3-0 for FIU (0-3 away). Last time out (Oct. 13), FIU lost to Jacksonville State 27-24 on the road. The season scoring total is 118-88 in FIU’s favor over 6 games, a +30 differential.
Game-by-game, here is how FIU’s season has gone (ESPN):
- Sept. 5: L 9-19 at South Florida
- Sept. 12: W 33-20 vs. Buffalo
- Sept. 19: L 10-16 at Florida Atlantic
- Sept. 26: W 20-3 vs. Long Island University
- Oct. 7: W 22-3 vs. New Mexico State
- Oct. 13: L 24-27 at Jacksonville State
FIU’s biggest margin came in a 22-3 win over New Mexico State. The toughest result was a 19-9 loss at South Florida. That spread of results is useful background next to the Middle Tennessee vs FIU odds.
FIU Season Stats
ESPN’s season numbers put FIU at 19.7 points per game on 382.7 yards (262.7 passing, 120.0 rushing). Opponents are scoring 14.7 points per game against this defense, which allows 266.0 yards per game: 166.0 passing and 100.0 rushing.
The matchup piece: Middle Tennessee allows 28.3 points and 199.2 rushing yards per game, and its offense averages 22.8 points against the FIU defense that gives up 14.7.
FIU Key Players
JJ Kohl has thrown for 1,458 yards (116 of 199, 58.3%) with 7 touchdowns and 7 interceptions. Devonte Lyons paces the ground game at 4.1 yards per carry (268 yards, 1 touchdown). Maguire Anderson is the top target with 33 catches for 534 yards. Defensively, DeeJay Holmes Jr. has a team-high 5 sacks, and DeAndre Boykins tops the tackle chart with 37.
- Passing: JJ Kohl (QB), 116/199, 1,458 YDS, 7 TD, 7 INT
- Rushing: Devonte Lyons (RB), 65 CAR, 268 YDS, 1 TD
- Receiving: Maguire Anderson (WR), 33 REC, 534 YDS, 4 TD
- Sacks: DeeJay Holmes Jr. (DL), 5
- Tackles: DeAndre Boykins (DB), 37
FIU Coaching Staff
Head coach Willie Simmons has led FIU since 2025, making this his 2nd season. Nick Coleman runs the offense as coordinator. The defensive coordinator is Jovan Dewitt.
Key Betting Trends: Middle Tennessee vs FIU Season Stats
The figures below put the Middle Tennessee vs FIU odds in context using season results only. No forecasts here, only what the 2026 results show.
- Middle Tennessee games have gone over 45.5 combined points 5 times in 6 games this season.
- Middle Tennessee games average 51.2 combined points.
- FIU games have gone over 45.5 combined points 2 times in 6 games this season.
- FIU games average 34.3 combined points.
- Middle Tennessee is 0-3 in road games; FIU is 3-0 at home.
- Scoring offense: Middle Tennessee 22.8 vs. FIU 19.7 points per game.
- Scoring defense: Middle Tennessee allows 28.3; FIU allows 14.7.
- Total offense: Middle Tennessee 321.5 vs. FIU 382.7 yards per game.
- This is a conference game for both teams.
Middle Tennessee vs FIU Series History
Middle Tennessee and FIU met two times in the 2024 and 2025 regular seasons, per ESPN. FIU won the most recent meeting. Past results are history only; the current Middle Tennessee vs FIU odds are in the table above.
- Nov. 8, 2025: FIU 56, Middle Tennessee 30 at Johnny “Red” Floyd Stadium
- Nov. 30, 2024: FIU 35, Middle Tennessee 24 at Pitbull Stadium
How to Watch Middle Tennessee vs FIU: TV, Time & Venue
- Date: Tuesday, October 20, 2026
- Kickoff: 7:00 PM ET
- TV: CBS Sports Network
- Venue: Pitbull Stadium, Miami, FL
The game airs on CBS Sports Network, according to ESPN. Check back for refreshed Middle Tennessee vs FIU odds closer to kickoff, since lines move during the week. Full matchup info is on the ESPN game page.
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Frequently Asked Questions: Middle Tennessee vs FIU
What are the Middle Tennessee vs FIU odds?
DraftKings has FIU -10.5 on the spread and a total of 45.5, with moneylines of Middle Tennessee +330 and FIU -425. Those Middle Tennessee vs FIU odds were pulled at 5:47 AM ET on Monday, Oct. 19, 2026.
When does Middle Tennessee vs FIU kick off, and where can I watch?
The game starts at 7:00 PM ET on Tuesday, October 20, 2026 and airs on CBS Sports Network. The Middle Tennessee vs FIU odds in this preview were last pulled at 5:47 AM ET.
What stadium hosts Middle Tennessee vs FIU?
Pitbull Stadium in Miami, FL is the site; it is the home stadium of the Florida International Panthers.
Who are the head coaches for Middle Tennessee and FIU?
Derek Mason coaches Middle Tennessee, and Willie Simmons coaches FIU.