Georgia Southern Eagles (6-5) vs. Appalachian State Mountaineers (7-4)
Georgia Southern Eagles vs. Appalachian State Mountaineers 11/25/23 – As Week 13 of NCAAF season commences, attention turns to an intriguing matchup between Georgia Southern Eagles and Appalachian State Mountaineers slated for Saturday. Not only will this contest showcase two powerful teams but it will also present expert paid selections with a unique challenge: with Georgia Southern’s 6-5 record looking to upset Appalachian’s 7-4 mark as they try for a playoff position during its closing stages of competition, both squads needing victory to advance further in their campaign.
Georgia Southern Eagles have shown flashes of brilliance this season, thanks to key players such as running back Jalen White and wide receiver Khaleb Hood. White’s 891 rushing yards and 9 touchdowns has provided Georgia Southern with a consistent threat on the ground while Hood has made himself indispensable in passing play with 822 receiving yards and 4 touchdowns to his credit. Both will play key roles in breaking down Mountaineers defense.
Appalachian State Mountaineers boast their own set of stars in Nate Noel and Kaedin Robinson – running back Noel has amassed 787 rushing yards with five touchdowns, while Robinson has stretched defenses by stretching them and creating scoring opportunities with 609 receiving yards and 8 touchdowns respectively. Both players’ impactful plays will be key in keeping Appalachian State ahead in this matchup.
Georgia Southern Eagles vs. Appalachian State Mountaineers 11/25/23 Game Info
| When: | Saturday, November 25, 2023 at 3:30 PM ET |
| Where: | Kidd Brewer Stadium |
| TV: | ESPU |
| Stream: | Sofascore |
Davis Brin QB vs. Joey Aguilar QB
Davis Brin, quarterback for Georgia Southern Eagles, has had an outstanding season completing 306 passes and amassing 3193 passing yards with 22 touchdowns at 64.3 percent completion rate and 130.4 passer rating. Brin’s ability to make critical throws while remaining susceptible to interceptions (13 this season) creates both reliability and risk in his leadership of Eagles’ offense; therefore his performance under pressure and decision-making skills will be essential.
Joey Aguilar of the Appalachian State Mountaineers stands out with a completion percentage of 63.5 and passer rating of 156.8. Aguilar compiled 2975 passing yards and 29 touchdowns as evidence of his playmaking capabilities; with 8.4 yards per pass attempt showing deep throw strength as evidence. Furthermore, Aguilar maintained composure under pressure having only been sacked 12 times for only 42 yards lost; both decisions and tactical approaches played vital roles in App State Mountaineers’ offensive strategy.
NCAAF Odds/Point Spread: Appalachian State Mountaineers -315, Total Odds: 63.5
The betting odds favor the Appalachian State Mountaineers with a spread of -8.5 and a moneyline of -315, reflecting their stronger season performance. The total odds for the game are set at 63.5, indicating expectations of a high-scoring affair.
Georgia Southern Eagles Betting Trends
The Eagles are just 1-5 against the spread (ATS) over their previous 6 outings. They have been extremely unreliable for bettors during their second-half slide. Georgia Southern is also 1-5 straight up in their last 6 road matchups, exhibiting difficulty winning away from home. However, the Eagles have played App State tough lately, covering the number in 5 consecutive meetings. They also own a 4-1 ATS mark over the Mountaineers in the last 5 showdowns at Kidd Brewer Stadium.
Appalachian State Mountaineers Betting Trends
Defense has powered App State down the stretch, with the total finishing UNDER in 5 of their last 6 overall. The Mountaineers are also rolling on their home turf, winning 8 of their preceding 9 contests in Boone. Additionally, App State’s offense has hummed against Georgia Southern recently, eclipsing the 63.5 total in 4 of the previous 5 matchups. But the Mountaineers’ defense has held opponents below 20 points in 4 straight against the Eagles.
Georgia Southern Eagles vs. Appalachian State Mountaineers 11/25/23 Betting Picks
From an analysis and betting perspective, it appears as if the Mountaineers hold an edge in this matchup, given their strong home record and consistent performances against the Eagles. Yet it cannot be discounted that their historical ATS record against them may make for a closer game than initially anticipated.
Appalachian State seems like the safer pick when it comes to choosing teams to back, especially given their impressive home record and positive SU record. Prop bets may involve individual performances like Aguilar and Noel being highlighted as key performers; over/under can be tricky but recent defensive performances suggest an Under scenario for the Mountaineers. In terms of weekly NCAAF picks, this game stands out as a compelling one with significant implications for both teams.
Free Pick and Prediction: Appalachian State Mountaineers 35, Georgia Southern Eagles 24