Merrimack suited up for a Week 0 tilt against Rhode Island and were thumped 34-7. The Warriors didn't score again after their first-quarter touchdown and turned the ball over four times.
Delaware is hoping to get their season started on the right foot under quarterback Nick Minicucci, who led Conference USA last season in passing yards and finished second in the conference in passing touchdowns. The Blue Hens went 5-1 at home last season, and hope that their magic in Newark continues this season.
If you are looking for some betting advice for the matchup, we've got you covered. Here are the latest odds for the game, courtesy of BetMGM.
Merrimack vs. Delaware game odds
All college football odds via BetMGM
- Spread: Merrimack +28.5 (-110), Delaware -28.5 (-110)
- Money Line: Merrimack +2500, Delaware -10000
- Over-Under: Over 55.5 (-110), Under 55.5 (-110)
Merrimack vs. Delaware prediction, pick:
Not only does Delaware get one of the best quarterbacks in the conference
back; Minicucci's leading receiver from a year ago is also ready to thrive again through the air.
Sean Wilson finished third in Conference USA in receiving yards in 2025. He isn't the downfield threat that some of his peers were in the conference last year, but his nearly 13 yards-per-catch average helped the offense move the chains and put up points.
Given the short turnaround for Merrimack and the high-octane Delaware offense chomping at the bit to get their season underway, expect the Blue Hens to control this game from the get-go.
Prediction: Delaware 43, Merrimack 13
Best Bet: Over 55.5
Merrimack vs. Delaware, start time, streaming:
Time: 7 p.m. ET
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