The #20 Iowa Hawkeyes will travel to Seattle on Friday night, aiming to recover from their first loss of the season, while the Washington Huskies seek to break a two-game losing streak. Iowa stands at 4-1 following a defeat to Ohio State, whereas Washington holds a 3-2 record after narrow losses to both Minnesota and USC.

Despite Iowa’s setback, the Hawkeyes previously showed their resilience by defeating Michigan in a thrilling Week 4 finish, suggesting that their overall perception remains largely intact. Meanwhile, Washington, after a strong start with three consecutive wins, has seen tough times since starting conference play, which leads us to our #20 Iowa vs. Washington picks for this week!

#20 Iowa vs. Washington Predictions for CFB Week 6, Friday, 10/9

Washington’s early victories against Washington State, Utah State, and Eastern Washington highlight their potential, yet the recent losses may indicate a shift in momentum. The fact that current #20 Iowa vs. Washington odds have the Huskies favored in this matchup just proves the significance of home-field advantage at Husky Stadium. 

Given Iowa's impressive play thus far, outside of last week, the travel to Seattle on a short week complicates things, leading me to shy away from betting on the spread. Instead, our #20 Iowa vs. Washington predictions will focus on the total.

#20 Iowa vs. Washington Expert Pick: Over 41.5 (50% at Kalshi)

Typically, when the Hawkeyes present such a low total, the instinct is to lean towards the Under, but our #20 Iowa vs. Washington picks are prepared to challenge that thought. One key factor is Washington's offensive consistency.

The Huskies have managed to score at least 20 points in every game this season. While they may not be an elite offensive unit, their ability to consistently put points on the board means that reaching 21 or 24 points against Iowa is within reach, without requiring a significant leap in offensive performance.

If Washington can score at least 24 points, Iowa would only need to score 18 to surpass the Over 41.5, a target that seems more attainable than the total might imply. Although Iowa's defense remains strong, it doesn’t appear as stout as in previous seasons under Kirk Ferentz. While they rank seventh nationally in adjusted EPA per play defensively, this matchup doesn’t suggest that Washington will find it impossible to advance the ball.

The Hawkeyes may not be dominating the scoreboard, yet their offense has shown some life this season. Iowa doesn't need to reach a crazy number like 35 points – if they can just manage to score in the low 20s, Washington won't need to have an offensive explosion to surpass the total.

A significant potential issue for Iowa is the health of quarterback Hank Brown, who’s dealing with a mild shoulder or collarbone sprain suffered during the game against Ohio State. His uncertain status is a concern, especially considering his play this season (62.9% completion, 832 yards, five touchdowns, one interception).

However, even if Brown is limited or unable to play, it may not entirely hinder the Over. Iowa's offensive strategy relies heavily on their running game, allowing them to score without needing their quarterback to attempt an excessive number of passes. Should anyone else line up under center, the team could simply further emphasize their rushing attack.

On the flip side, Washington is likely to find ample opportunities to score in at least 20. Although Iowa's defense is prone to forcing punts and minimizing big plays, Washington has shown enough offensive reliability to confidently project them for at least three touchdowns or a mix of touchdowns and field goals.

Personally, I’m not inclined to bet on Washington to cover the spread, nor do I feel strongly about taking Iowa with the points. Instead, the total presents a more appealing option, as Washington's consistent ability to score over 20 points, coupled with an Iowa offense that has shown signs of life, leads our #20 Iowa vs. Washington predictions to confidently predict an outcome exceeding 41.5.

 

 

 

How To Watch #20 Iowa vs. Washington - CFB Week 6

  • Date: Friday, October 9th
  • Time: 9:00 p.m. ET
  • Location: Husky Stadium, Seattle, WA
  • TV: FOX (or FS1)

#20 Iowa vs. Washington Odds, Spreads, Total & Betting Lines

As we prepare for the exciting matchup featuring our #20 Iowa vs. Washington predictions for this Friday, it’s essential to examine the latest #20 Iowa vs. Washington odds provided by Kalshi for this game:

  • Money Line (ML): Hawkeyes 41% | Huskies 59%
  • Spread: Hawkeyes +3.5 (55%) | Huskies -3.5 (46%)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 41.5 (O: 50% | U: 51%)

 

 

 

#20 Iowa vs. Washington Injury Report & Latest News

Iowa Injury Report

  • H. Brown, QB - Questionable (Shoulder)

Washington Injury Report

  • C. Christian, S - Out (Achilles)
  • C. Moss, WR - Questionable (Undisclosed)
  • J. Limar, RB - Out (Upper Body)
  • Q. Carr, RB - Out (Undisclosed)

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