Week 7 is full of insane football games, especially in the ACC. For a team like Stanford, this week is a week for a tune-up. They play the Elon Phoenix.
The Stanford Cardinal (2-4) have been competent offensively against two teams: Hawaii and Georgia Tech. They gain a lot of yards, and against those two teams at home, that led to a lot of points. Davis Warren was slinging it both of those times. Unfortunately, they have just 23 points combined in their four losses.
Elon (4-3) comes from the Coastal Athletic Conference of the Football Championship Subdivision (FCS). They're ranked No. 5 in the conference because they're 2-2 in the conference. They have strong wins against Glenville State College, Davidson, Sacred Heart and Maine. However, they're on a two-game
losing streak, with losses to New Hampshire and a shutout loss to Wofford.
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.
Elon vs. Stanford betting odds
All college football odds via BetMGM
- Money Line: N/A
- Over/Under: Over 55.5 (-110), Under 55.5 (-110)
- Spread: Stanford -34.5 (-110), Elon +34.5 (-110)
Elon vs. Stanford prediction, pick
This game is more about if the Elon Phoenix can cover against Stanford. Past Cardinal teams would've allowed Elon to cover, but this Stanford team feels different.
The Cardinal have made progress, if you squint. They generate a lot of yards, with 314 yards per game. The running gmae has been non-existent for them so far, but Davis Warren has been able to sling it.Even in his worst games, he's made some nice throws, although the Stanford offensive line hasn't been good at keeping him upright.
The Cardinal will bounce back in this game. Give me Stanford.
Score Prediction: Stanford 43, Elon 0
Best Bet: Stanford +34.5
Elon vs. Stanford start time, streaming
Date: Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026
Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
TV: ACC Network
Stream: ESPN, FuboTV
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This article originally appeared on College Sports Wire: Elon vs. Stanford: Week 7 Betting Odds, Prediction
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