Delaware Beats Western Kentucky, Handing Hilltoppers First Home Loss of 2026

Delaware Defeats Western Kentucky in Bowling Green

Delaware defeated the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers at Houchens‑Smith Stadium in Bowling Green, Kentucky, on Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2026.

The loss marked the Hilltoppers' first home defeat of the 2026 season, dropping Western Kentucky to a 3‑5 overall record and 2‑2 in Conference USA.

With the victory, the Fightin’ Blue Hens improved to a 4‑4 overall record and 2‑2 in Conference USA.

The game kicked off at 7 p.m. ET and was broadcast on CBS Sports Network.

Betting lines listed Delaware as a +2.5 point underdog and Western Kentucky as a -2.5 point favorite. Moneyline odds were set at Delaware +111 and Western Kentucky -128, with the over/under total set at 57.5 points.