Week 4 of the college football season is up and ready to unfold, and in what should be an interesting matchup, the Youngstown State Penguins will take on the Pittsburgh Panthers, who have started off the season with three wins and no losses. Youngstown State, meanwhile, has been active on the field since undergoing a long series of preseason training and is ready for its first game of the season. Today’s top NCAAF tips are updated below for bettors to place their bets on their favorite teams.
Youngstown State Penguins vs. Pittsburgh Panthers 9/21/24 Game Info |
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| When: | Saturday, September 21, 2024, at 3:30 PM ET |
| Where: | Acrisure Stadium |
| TV: | ACC Network |
| Stream: | Sofascore |
Youngstown State Penguins (0-0) vs. Pittsburgh Panthers (3-0)
The Youngstown State Penguins come into this game looking to impose their offensive game plan, which involves rushing and passing the ball. In regards to rushing the ball, Ethan Wright has been quite effective, as he has carried the ball 32 times within the span of the event and has made 201 rushing yards with a high yield of 6.3 yards per carry on average. Out of these attempts, Wright’s best-ever run was for 64 yards collected, even to the exclusion of the defense clover why punishing sticks. Youngstown State, as shown in the game between Buffalo vs Northern Illinois today, will also need a solid and explosive ground game. Receiving-wise, while through the air, Max Tomczak, who is a wide receiver, has been able to record 198 yards out of 14 attempts and scored 2 touchdowns. Most of all, Tomczak is able to collect 14.1 yards per reception, which is very good, especially with his long catches comprised by highlights, including a 73-yard catch.
The Panthers do not suffer from undermining tactics, having a competent ground game, and equally dangerous passing game plays. Quarterback Desmond Reid is presently carrying the rushing mantle, which has 319 yards of 44 carries and an average of 7.3 yards per game. Reid’s longest dash during the game has been recorded for 46 yards, showing how he can break goal-line ‘bridges.’ Desmond Reid, a running back, has six carries for 70 yards, one touchdown, and 21 catches for 207 yards. His 15.9 average yards from each reception indicate what kind of offense they run and that Pittsburgh intends to outdo their foes to the extreme. Scenes from the offensive scheme operate in a dated version of a majority-level attack strategy that is familiar with the current Rutgers vs Virginia Tech game, focusing on yardage gain through multiple play unraveling.
Beau Brungard QB vs. Eli Holstein QB
Beau Brungard efficiently and effectively directs Youngstown State’s offense as the starting quarterback. For the season, he has completed 48 of 68 pass attempts for 470 yards, translating into a completion percentage of 70.6. His passer rating remains at 134.4, with three touchdown passes and three interceptions. In addition, he still remains dominant in controlling the ball for his passes but has to work harder on passing interceptions. In addition, Brungard’s composure under pressure is critical for this team to penetrate Pittsburgh’s stiff defense.
Pittsburgh Panthers’ quarterback Eli Holstein is a pure passer and a leader of the offense as well. Holstein boasts an impressive completion record of 936 yards with 71 completed passes out of 105 attempts, translating to approximately 67.6% completion rate. He has thrown the ball a total of 11 times with nine touchdowns and two interceptions, which places Holstein’s passer rating of 167 an operational storm in the offense. However, in spite of the achievements, Holstein has been sacked quite a number of times, which further proves the lack of effective error-free passing and decision-making at a critical point in time.
NCAAF Odds/Point Spread: Pittsburgh Panthers Spread -26.5, Total Odds: 62.5
The betting odds favor the Pittsburgh Panthers significantly, with a -26.5 spread indicating expectations for dominance, particularly against a Youngstown State team making their season debut. The total points line is set at 62.5, suggesting expectations of a higher-scoring outcome, reflecting both teams’ offensive capabilities and potential defensive lapses. Bettors might consider Pittsburgh’s strong home form in context to cover the spread and exert consistent offensive pressure.
Youngstown State Penguins Betting Trends
Youngstown State’s recent betting trends highlight certain consistencies, particularly with a strong 10-3-1 ATS record over their last 14 games. However, their win record reveals a stark contrast, as they are winless in their previous nine outings. Their historical performances against Pittsburgh suggest that, while ATS often resists expected outcomes, SU faces significant challenges on the road, emphasizing strategic adjustments imperative during these contests.
Pittsburgh Panthers Betting Trends
For Pittsburgh, current trends reflect a commendable uptick with four wins from their last five games and a formidable 5-0 ATS in home settings, underscoring their recent strength at Acrisure Stadium. The total going over in 14 of the last 19 contests emphasizes the tendency for high-scoring games—likely aided by their potent offense that displays significant point generation.
Youngstown State Penguins vs. Pittsburgh Panthers 9/21/24 Betting Picks
Analyzing both teams and the betting landscape, the outlook favors Pittsburgh’s ability to cover the substantial spread. They demonstrated offensive continuity and home-field prowess, pointing towards exploiting defensive inefficiencies at Youngstown State. Furthermore, strategies focusing on game tempo and possession dominance will likely play to Pittsburgh’s advantage.
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