Coastal Carolina Chanticleers (7-5) vs. San José State Spartans (7-5)
Coastal Carolina Chanticleers vs. San José State Spartans 12/23/23 – The Coastal Carolina Chanticleers and San Jose State Spartans both boasting 7-5 records are set to square off in an exciting NCAAF Hawai’i Bowl matchup this Saturday at Clarence T.C. Ching Complex at 10:30 PM ET on ESPN, in what promises to be an entertaining battle between evenly-matched sides. College football enthusiasts are eagerly awaiting this late night clash as fans and bettors look for accurate NCAAF bowl free predictions to predict its outcome.
The Chanticleers come into this one led by Grayson McCall at quarterback, though running back Braydon Bennett and wide receiver Sam Pinckney will also be key playmakers to watch. McCall has put up 1,919 yards and 10 touchdowns through the air but has also thrown 6 interceptions, so avoiding costly turnovers will be critical. Bennett and Pinckney have combined for 1,285 yards and 12 scores to spearhead a balanced Chanticleers attack.
For the Spartans, quarterback Chevan Cordeiro powers the offense with his dual-threat capabilities. Cordeiro has over 2,500 passing yards and 19 touchdowns while adding another 11 scores on the ground. His top weapons include running back Kairee Robinson, who has racked up 1,127 yards and 18 touchdowns, and wideout Nick Nash, who is averaging 15 yards per catch and has found the end zone 8 times. If Cordeiro and company are firing on all cylinders, it could spell trouble for the Chanticleers defense.
Coastal Carolina Chanticleers vs. San José State Spartans Game Info
| When: | Saturday, December 23, 2023 at 10:30 PM ET |
| Where: | Clarence T.C. Ching Complex |
| TV: | ESPN |
| Stream: | Sofascore |
Grayson McCall QB vs. Chevan Cordeiro QB
Grayson McCall has put together an outstanding 2023 season for Coastal Carolina, amassing 1,919 yards through the air with 10 touchdowns and 6 interceptions while completing 67.4% of his passes. McCall has shown his ability to push downfield while at times struggling with turnover issues; when on target however he can be an accurate, efficient passer but is easily rattled under heavy pressure; therefore it will be important for Chanticleers to avoid costly errors from him in order to achieve success.
Chevan Cordeiro has been one of the key contributors for San Jose State both through the air and on the ground, amassing over 2,500 passing yards with 19 touchdowns to just four interceptions, completing 62.2 percent of his attempts, while also showing his mobility by scoring 11 rushing scores with his legs or arm; thanks to his dual-threat skillset. Cordeiro excels at extending plays both inside and outside of the pocket; his composure under pressure makes this Spartans offense unbeatable.
NCAAF Odds/Point Spread: San José State Spartans -370, Total Odds: 53.5
The odds favor the San José State Spartans, with a significant spread of -10.5 points and a moneyline of -370. The total odds set at 53.5 points indicate expectations of a relatively high-scoring game.
Coastal Carolina Chanticleers Betting Trends
The Chanticleers are 5-2 ATS over their last 7 games and have gone 5-2 straight up over that same sample. However, Coastal Carolina has struggled to a 2-5 SU record in their previous 7 Saturday road games. The total has gone under in 8 of the Chanticleers’ last 12 overall.
San José State Spartans Betting Trends
The Spartans enter red hot having gone 5-1 ATS and a perfect 6-0 SU across their last 6 contests. San José State has especially dominated at home with a flawless 8-0 SU record across their previous 8 Saturday games as hosts. However, the total has gone over in 9 of the Spartans’ last 13 outings.
Coastal Carolina Chanticleers vs. San José State Spartans 12/23/23 Betting Picks
Analyzing the teams’ performances and betting trends, San José State seems to have the upper hand, especially considering their recent unbeaten streak and strong ATS record. However, Coastal Carolina’s ability to cover spreads cannot be overlooked, making them a potential contender for at least beating the spread.
For handicappers picks and tips, while San José State appears to be the safer pick for a straight win, the large spread offers an opportunity for Coastal Carolina to cover. The over/under presents a challenging decision, but leaning towards the under might be wise, given both teams’ recent trends in total points.
Free Pick and Prediction: San José State Spartans 28, Coastal Carolina Chanticleers 20