Wagner vs Kansas Prediction 8/29/2025 Today’s College Football Picks

In this article we will formulate a Wagner vs Kansas prediction for this College Football game on Friday, August 29th at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium in Lawrence, Kansas. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this week 1 matchup. 

Wagner Seahawks Betting Preview

The Wagner Seahawks were 4-8 (2-4) last season and they finished tied for fifth in the NEC standings with Saint Francis. Wagner played against two division one teams last year, which resulted in a 41-10 loss to FAU and a 35-7 loss to UMass. Wagner picked up wins against Virginia University of Lynchburg, Delaware State, Stonehill, and Saint Francis, while they lost to Lehigh, Robert Morris, FAU, Columbia, UMass, Central Connecticut State, Duquesne, and LIU. Wagner struggled down the stretch last year, as they lost each of their last four games, with three of them coming by at least 10 points. 

Kansas Jayhawks Betting Preview

The Kansas Jayhawks went 5-7 (4-5) last year and they finished 10th in the Big 12 standings. Kansas started the season very poorly, as they didn’t beat a FCS team until October 19th, but they did finish the year by winning four of their last six games. Kansas picked up wins against Lindenwood, Houston, Iowa State, BYU, and Colorado, while losing to Illinois, UNLV, West Virginia, TCU, Arizona State, Kansas State, and Baylor. The Jayhawks scored 29.7 points per game last year, which was 52nd in the country, while their defense allowed 26.0 points against per game, which was ranked 76th. 

Kansas comes into this game with a 1-0 record on the season, as they defeated Fresno State by a score of 31-7. Kansas was tied at seven in the first quarter, but they led 24-7 at the half and cruised to the easy victory in the second half. The Jayhawks out gained Fresno State by a total of 383-216, went 2-10 on third down, and won the turnover battle by a total of 3-0. Jalon Daniels went 18-20 for 176 yard and three touchdowns in the win. Daniel Hishaw Jr rushed for 69 yards on 13 carries, while Cam Pickett caught six passes for 77 yards and two scores. 

This season, Kansas returns Jalon Daniels at quarterback, but he needs to find a way to stay healthy. The Jayhawks had to completely rebuild the receiving room from the transfer portal and they lost some key pieces on the offensive line, but the running back talent is there and the offense should still be very dangerous. The Kansas defense had some major struggles in 2024, but the good news is that they have plenty of new faces from the transfer portal. This Kansas team should have a much better record this year and playing their home games at their actual home stadium will be a huge boost. 

Why Kansas will beat Wagner

• Kansas has won seven of its last eight home games against non-conference opponents.
• Kansas has covered the spread in six of its last seven games.

Total Points Facts

• Each of Kansas’ last four games against non-conference opponents have gone UNDER the total points line.

Matchup/League Facts

• Kansas ranked 2nd among FBS teams for 3rd down conversion percentage last season (50.7).
• Kansas ranked 13th among FBS teams for rushing yards per game last season (211.4).

Wagner vs Kansas Prediction 

Kansas comes into this matchup as a huge favorite to get the win and they should have no problem blowing out Wagner in this game. I expect Daniels to show out against an inferior defense and the Kansas defense should get off to a solid start. I don’t expect much from Wagner this season in the FCS, so I have zero expectations of them keeping this game close. Take Kansas to cover this big number and take a look at their team total, which probably won’t be available until the day of the game.