Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles (0-1) vs. New Mexico Lobos (0-1)
Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles vs. New Mexico Lobos 9/9/23 –
In a clash of two teams desperately in search of a win, the Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles (0-1) will square off against the New Mexico Lobos (0-1) this Saturday. With both teams having lost their opening matches, this game at University Stadium, aired on MWN at 8:00 PM ET, promises to be a high-stakes affair. Neither team wants to begin their campaign with back-to-back losses, and they’ll be gunning for their first win of the season.
Key players for the Golden Eagles include David Gist, the running back who has rushed for an impressive 621 yards on 120 attempts with 5 rushing touchdowns. Another standout is Metrius Fleming, a wide receiver who has logged 31 receptions for 404 yards, showing promise as a dependable target. With these two, Tennessee Tech has weapons they can rely on to break open the game.
On the other side, New Mexico boasts key players like Jacory Croskey-Merritt, who averages 4.5 yards per rush and has already scored a touchdown this season. Another noteworthy player is wide receiver Jeremiah Hixon, who has 6 receptions for 42 yards this season. Though the stats aren’t overwhelming, his utility as a reliable option for short gains cannot be underestimated. Check out our free latest NCAAF picks for more insights.
Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles vs. New Mexico Lobos Game Info
| When: | Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 8:00 PM ET |
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| Where: | University Stadium |
| TV: | MWN |
| Stream: | SofaScore |
Jeremiah Oatsvall QB vs. Dylan Hopkins QB
Tennessee Tech’s Jeremiah Oatsvall is a seasoned player with 199 completions from 324 attempts, accumulating 2,271 passing yards. His passer rating sits at 132.9. Meanwhile, New Mexico’s Dylan Hopkins has only completed 15 of 24 passing attempts for 115 yards, earning a passer rating of 94.4. Oatsvall shows a higher degree of versatility, having thrown 19 touchdowns to Hopkins’ zero. Oatsvall also dominates in the yards per pass category, averaging 7 compared to Hopkins’ 4.8.
Where Oatsvall needs to improve is in ball security, as he’s thrown 11 interceptions compared to Hopkins’ single pick. Both quarterbacks have taken their share of sacks this season, with Oatsvall being sacked 12 times and Hopkins twice. However, Oatsvall’s more significant body of work and higher passer rating make him the more seasoned and dependable quarterback, albeit with a vulnerability to turnovers. Hopkins will have to punch well above his weight to match up.
Odds/Point Spread: Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles ML, Total Odds: –
In the upcoming matchup between Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles and New Mexico Lobos, both teams have poor recent records, making it a tough call for picking a winner based solely on past performance. However, an analysis of key players and recent form leans in favor of Tennessee Tech. Their quarterback, Jeremiah Oatsvall, shows a stronger passer rating and better offensive stats compared to New Mexico’s Dylan Hopkins. Tennessee Tech also has more dynamic players in running back David Gist and wide receiver Metrius Fleming. New Mexico’s lackluster performance in covering the spread and an underwhelming offense further tilt the scales. Therefore, despite the absence of official betting odds, my pick for this game would be Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles. They possess a more potent offense and appear to be the safer bet in a game that looks set to be decided by who can put more points on the board.
Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles Betting Trends
Tennessee Tech has had a troubling history recently, with a 2-4 ATS record in their last six games. They’ve been particularly weak on the road, carrying a devastating 0-20 SU record for their last 20 road games. Interestingly, the total has gone OVER in 5 of their last 5 games in September, indicating that their games tend to be high-scoring, even if they end up on the losing side.
New Mexico Lobos Betting Trends
The New Mexico Lobos are struggling to cover the spread, evidenced by their 0-8 ATS record in their last eight games. They’re also 0-10 SU in their last 10 games, mirroring Tennessee Tech’s woes. The OVER has been a common trend for New Mexico as well, especially at home, where the total has gone OVER in 4 of their last 5 games.
Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles vs. New Mexico Lobos 9/9/23 Betting Picks
Based on the given data, both teams have had severe issues both SU and ATS. However, Tennessee Tech seems to have the stronger offense led by Jeremiah Oatsvall. His experience and ability to generate touchdowns give Tennessee Tech a slight edge in a game that seems destined to be high-scoring. We predict Tennessee Tech will break their losing streak and come away with their first win of the season. For more insights, check out our latest sports picks today.
Free Pick and Prediction: Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles will win 27-21.