Abilene Christian Wildcats (5-5) vs. Texas A&M Aggies (6-4)
Abilene Christian Wildcats vs. Texas A&M Aggies 11/18/23 – As Week 12 of the NCAAF season nears, one matchup in particular has garnered considerable interest: Abilene Christian Wildcats versus Texas A&M Aggies is garnering considerable buzz. Both sides boast even 5-5 records but will face off against one another on November 18th at Kyle Field for what promises to be an entertaining contest. Our weekly premium picks make this matchup available; do not miss it!
The Wildcats, led by key players like running back Jay’Veon Sunday and wide receiver Blayne Taylor, have shown both strengths and weaknesses throughout the season. Sunday has been an effective force on offense with 580 rushing attempts for an average 5.3 yards per rush; his long runs such as his 82-yard dash add an element of surprise into their offense. Blayne Taylor stands out with 34 receptions for 543 yards; his 16 yards per reception average and seven touchdowns indicate his game-changing capabilities when necessary.
Texas A&M Aggies stand out with players like running back Amari Daniels and wide receiver Ainias Smith. Daniels led them with 484 rushing yards from 87 attempts with an average of 5.6 yards per carry – slightly above his Wildcat counterpart’s 5.3 average per carry average; his agility and ability to find holes in defense has proven essential for them. Ainias Smith also showed significant power through 43 receptions for 716 yards at 16.7 average reception distance per catch with 42 being his long of 42 yard deep threat range receiver capability he displayed his capability as deep threat receiver.
Abilene Christian Wildcats vs. Texas A&M Aggies Game Info
When: | Saturday, November 18, 2023 at 12:00 PM ET |
Where: | Kyle Field |
TV: | ESP+ |
Stream: | Sofascore |
Abilene Christian QB vs. Max Johnson QB
Maverick McIvor, Abilene Christian’s quarterback, has experienced both highs and lows this season. With 145 completions out of 261 attempts for 1823 passing yards accumulated and 55.6% completion percentage with an average of 7 yards per pass attempt completed; McIvor has amassed 15 touchdown passes against five interceptions for 129.4 passer rating; 11 sacks indicate some vulnerability under pressure.
Max Johnson of Texas A&M presents an entirely different style. Johnson has completed 118 of 190 attempts and amassed 1452 yards – his 62.1% completion rate and 7.6 yards per attempt coupled with his passer rating of 136.7 indicate an efficient but less explosive approach than McIvor’s 136.7 passer rating. Johnson has scored 9 touchdowns to 5 interceptions and 14 sacks which indicate room for improvement when it comes to pocket awareness.
NCAAF Odds/Point Spread: Texas A&M Aggies ML, Total Odds: –
The betting odds for this game have yet to be finalized. However, based on the teams’ records and performances, the Aggies might be the favorites. Bettors should consider the Aggies’ stronger home record and the Wildcats’ struggles on the road when making their decisions.
Abilene Christian Wildcats Betting Trends
The Wildcats’ betting trends indicate they’ve been more reliable against the spread (ATS) than straight up (SU). Their 10-5 ATS mark in 15 games stands in contrast with their 0-10 straight up record over that span, suggesting they often outperformed expectations despite not claiming victory. Their road performance remains problematic with an 0-13 straight-up mark across their last 13 outings on the road.
Texas A&M Aggies Betting Trends
The Aggies demonstrate their strength both overall and in home game performances. Their last 12 games saw them go 8-4 against the spread overall while 7-1 at Kyle Field; additionally their ATS record has been particularly noteworthy (4-1 ATS during week 12 alone). They look poised for another successful year this fall!
Abilene Christian Wildcats vs. Texas A&M Aggies 11/18/23 Betting Picks
As we examine this matchup, the Aggies stand out due to their superior overall performance and impressive home record, but don’t overlook their opponent’s tendency for outwitting the spread; particularly considering their impressive ATS record on Saturdays when playing away games.
Today’s NCAAF picks recommend Texas A&M as the outright winner, but with close attention paid to the point spread due to their poor history against the spread. Prop bets and over/under trends suggest an unpredictable high-scoring game due to both teams’ offensive capabilities.
Free Pick and Prediction: Texas A&M Aggies 31, Abilene Christian Wildcats 20