Arkansas vs Mississippi Prediction, Picks & Odds for September 13 — College Football Week 3

Hatfield's prediction: Even if we ultimately expect Mississippi to defeat Arkansas, it will be close, and Razorbacks RB Mike Washington Jr. will have a huge game.

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Chris Hatfield • Betting Analyst
Sep 11, 2025 • 15:43 ET • 4 min read

NCAAF

Match starts: 48 hrs
MISS
40 %
ARK
60 %
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Mike Washington Jr. o53.5  Rushing Yards (-114) Mike Washington Jr. o53.5 Rushing Yards (-114)
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Photo By - Imagn Images. Arkansas RB Mike Washington Jr. carries the ball.

It’s the beginning of conference play for the Arkansas Razorbacks when they head to Oxford to face the Mississippi Rebels.

Both teams are undefeated, and we’ve found some glaring prop value.

My Arkansas vs Mississippi predictions break it all down as I bring you my college football picks for Saturday, September 13th.

Arkansas vs Mississippi prediction

Arkansas vs Mississippi best bet: Mike Washington Jr. Over 53.5 rushing yards (-114)

While opponent caliber must be considered, the most glaring thing that jumps out in this matchup is the Arkansas Razorbacks' ground attack against the Mississippi Rebels' rushing defense. I'm backing Mike Washington Jr. to take advantage of that in what amounts to a fairly pedestrian number. 

Before we get into the numbers, the eye test is worth mentioning. I thought the Mississippi rush defense was quite disappointing last week against Kentucky.

The Wildcats were completely one-dimensional (starting QB Zach Calzada was 1-for-18 on 11+ yard passing plays at one point in the game), and the Rebels were still often pushed around. Behind an improved offensive line, Kentucky ran for 4.6 yards per carry and 172 yards.

It is the main contributing factor to Mississippi’s rushing defense EPA being ranked 119th nationally. And I think it may have some staying power. 

To me, this is simple enough. The Rebels won’t be able to sell out and load the box against the Hogs' rushing attack, and some of the issues they had against Kentucky will be magnified.

Even against some low-level competition, I’ve seen enough to be sold on this Arkansas rushing attack being as nearly efficient as it is on paper.

Arkansas vs Mississippi same-game parlay

We’re adding QB Taylen Green to reach the end zone to start our same-game parlay. Much of this analysis is the same as our best bet; Green just appears to be the more trusted ball-carrying option in the red zone.

I rounded it off with the first quarter Over. I expect the offenses to have the upper hand early, with Rebels head coach Lane Kiffin and Hogs’ offensive coordinator Bobby Petrino showcasing their early game script prowess.

Arkansas vs Mississippi SGP

  • Mike Washington Jr. Over 53.5 rushing yards
  • Taylen Green anytime TD
  • 1Q Over 13.5

Our deep-ball SGP: Going Hogs wild

For the long shot, we’ve rolled with Deuce Alexander to find paydirt. He has multiple ways to score, whether as a big-play threat in the passing game or through his carries on the ground. I especially like the value of the latter, with Arkansas showing early-season issues stopping explosive plays on the ground.

I wrapped things up with Arkansas to get the cover. As mentioned above, I think a touchdown is too much either way for these defenses.

Arkansas vs Mississippi SGP

  • Mike Washington Jr. Over 53.5 rush yards
  • Taylen Green anytime touchdown
  • 1Q Over 13.5
  • Deuce Alexander anytime touchdown
  • Arkansas +7.5

Arkansas vs Mississippi odds

  • Spread: Arkansas +7.5 | Mississippi -7.5
  • Moneyline: Arkansas +210 | Mississippi -260
  • Over/Under: Over 61.5 | Under 61.5

Arkansas vs Mississippi trend to know

Mississippi has hit the 1H Game Total Under in 9 of their last 13 games (+5.70 Units / 40% ROI). Find more college football betting trends for Arkansas vs Mississippi.

How to watch Arkansas vs Mississippi

Location Vaught-Hemingway Stadium, Oxford, MS
Date Saturday, September 13, 2025
Kickoff 7:00 p.m. ET
TV ESPN

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