Rhode Island Rams (0-0) vs. Georgia State Panthers (0-0)
Rhode Island Rams vs. Georgia State Panthers 8/31/2023 – The Rhode Island Rams will look to improve on a decent but unspectacular 2022 season in which they went 7-4 overall, including a 7-3 record against FCS competition and a 5-3 record in CAA conference play, but completed as one of the first four teams eliminated from the FCS tournament in 2022 after also being one of the first three teams eliminated in 2021. In 25 matches throughout the course of his career at Rhode Island, Kasim Hill passed for 5,147 yards, 39 touchdowns, and 15 interceptions while also rushing for 570 yards and 15 scores. This will be his seventh season playing college football.
The 2022 Georgia State Panthers season left them disappointed with a 4-8 overall record and 3-5 in Sun Belt play. They struggled in games decided by one score or fewer, going 0-5, including a 35-28 loss to North Carolina. Darren Grainger returns for the Panthers after a productive year, throwing for 2,443 yards, 18 touchdowns, and 7 interceptions, while also rushing for 734 yards and 6 TDs. Marcus Carroll, with 622 rushing yards and six touchdowns, is set to replace Tucker Gregg. Despite adding speed threat Jacari Carter from Merrimack, the Panthers lost their top receiver Jamari Thrash to Louisville. Stay informed with consensus NCAAF picks for upcoming games.
Rams vs. Panthers Game Info
| When: | Thursday, August 31, 2023 7:00 PM ET |
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| Where: | Center Parc Stadium, GA |
| TV: | ESP+ |
| Stream: | MLB.TV |
QB Kasim Hill vs QB Darren Grainger
Kasim Hill, the quarterback, is arguably the biggest name returning on offense. The NCAA earlier this summer awarded Hill a seventh year of eligibility after he threw for 2,588 yards and 19 touchdowns the previous season. The Rams’ attack last fall, which averaged 30.6 points per game, was led by the former Maryland transfer, who started all 11 games. In addition, he rushed for 517 yards and 17 touchdowns throughout his time at Rhode Island. It’s huge to have him back.
Georgia State’s quarterback Darren Grainger, who can put pressure on defenders with his arm and legs, is back on offense. Georgia State’s offense has playmakers to supplement Grainger despite having wide receiver Jamari Thrash to the transfer portal, including returning wide receiver Robert Lewis.
MLB Odds/Point Spread: Georgia State Panthers -14.5, Total Odds: 63
The loss of players like Thomas Gore and Antavious Lane from last year’s squad will be a big one for Georgia State’s defense, but the Panthers are hoping for big years from transfers like TyGee Leach and Gavin Pringle in the secondary and Shamar McCollum and Kevin Swint in the pass-rushing game. It’s simply a matter of execution, but Georgia State has the talent to compete in the challenging Sun Belt this season.
Rhode Island Rams Betting Trends
The Rhode Island Rams are 6-0 ATS in their last 6 matches. Rhode Island Rams are 1-17 SU in their last 18 matches. The Rhode Island Rams are 5-0 ATS in their last 5 matches on the road.
Georgia State Panthers Betting Trends
The Georgia State Panthers are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 matches. The Georgia State Panthers are 4-8 SU in their last 12 matches. The total went UNDER in 6 of Georgia State’s last 9 matches at home. The Georgia State Panthers are 2-6 ATS in their last 8 matches played in week 1.
Rhode Island Rams vs. Georgia State Panthers 8/31/2023 Betting Picks
The Rhode Island Rams have struggled, going 0-6 SU in their last 6 matches played in week 1. On the other hand, the Georgia State Panthers have faced challenges as well, being 0-5 SU in their last 5 matches played on a Thursday. Stay informed with consensus sports picks for well-informed insights and predictions for upcoming games.
Free Pick and Prediction: Georgia State Panthers will win 49-23