As we enter Week 5 of the NCAAF season, a compelling clash is set to unfold between the Georgia Southern Eagles and the Georgia State Panthers. With identical records, Georgia Southern stands at 2-2 and Georgia State at 2-1. Both teams are eager to secure a vital victory and climb the standings. This intriguing matchup will occur at Center Parc Stadium on Saturday, September 28, 2024, with kickoff at 3:30 PM ET. Fans can tune in on ESPNU to catch all the action. To understand this game’s dynamics and potential outcomes, let’s dive into in-depth analysis, including NCAAF free tips and advice.
Georgia Southern Eagles vs. Georgia State Panthers 9/28/24 Game Info |
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| When: | Saturday, September 28, 2024 at 3:30 PM ET |
| Where: | Center Parc Stadium |
| TV: | ESPU |
| Stream: | Sofascore |
Georgia Southern Eagles (2-2) vs. Georgia State Panthers (2-1)
What hinders Jalen White’s running back success is how Georgia Southern’s offense relies on both its passing and running abilities. On the one hand, Jalen White has 121 rushing yards on 38 rush attempts over three games, with an average of 3.2 yards per rush attempt, achieving five touchdowns. This is not about the number of yards he covers per carry but the ability to take the ball into the end zone, which matters in the Eagles’ game plan and dynamics. Moving on to the receiving end of the passing, Derwin Burgess Jr. has 225 receiving yards on 15 attempts, an average of 15 yards per reception. His longest catch of 48 yards also shows how he can convert short or intermediate passes into big plays, which would be essential in today’s game against Louisiana vs Wake Forest and will be needed to exploit the chances on offense with receiving.
In contrast, Georgia State has been able to rack up its lead with its ability to run and throw the ball. Brock Freddie is the top benefits for the rushing department with 230 yards from 39 attempts which is 5.9 yards per carry, indicating his explosive offensive skills. This helps the Panthers as well since Brock further stretches his body into the gaps completely ripping off even more yards from the twelve-yard cushion. Mccoy Dakoda’s need for the end zone was 322 yards on 19 catches with a statistical reporting of 16.947 yards per game, three of his catches being for the touchdown. As for his skills, as observed in the tactical part of Massachusetts vs Miami games today, once the court opens for the mid-range quick jump shots for him, Hurst will be effective in that.
JC French QB vs. Christian Veilleux QB
Thus far, JC French has been a relatively steady force as the quarterback for the Georgia Southern Eagles. Totaling 885 yards on 88 completions out of 138 attempts, French has a completion rate of 63.8%. His six-to-one touchdown to interception ratio and a passer rating of 130.5 goes a long way in demonstrating his poise. Of these, the nine sacks suffered, and the subsequent 45 yards lost could, on the other hand, portray weaknesses in his pocket protection that would pose a danger to his exploits against Georgia State’s defensive onslaught.
On the other side, Christian Veilleux of Georgia State profiles arguably the above performance but one that has sufficient differences. He has a completion percentage of 62.8% which is a good performance from such a provider due to 71 completions out of 113 attempts and 717 passing yards. What’s more, he has an equal touchdown touchdown-to-interception ratio (six to one) and just two sacks, which hints on how effective he is in dealing with pressure in the pocket. He has a passer rating of 131.9, a similar figure attributed to French scoring efficiency thus the duel between the signal callers is bound to be interesting.
On Saturday, there will be a head-to-head contest between French and Veilleux, in which both players will be eager to break the other player’s defense. French will be tested when trying to make long passes against Veilleux’s good, aggressive, but consistent defensive line. Nevertheless, seeing how well they deal with the pressure will also be interesting. Given how close the levels of the teams are, their skills may well change the course of events of the games.
NCAAF Odds/Point Spread: Georgia State -3.5, Total Odds: 58.5
Currently, the betting odds favor Georgia State with a -3.5 spread, indicating a relatively close contest with narrow margins expected. The total odds are set at 58.5, anticipating a moderately high-scoring game. Bettors might see an opportunity to consider how each team’s defensive strategies will hold up against these offensive arsenals, particularly in recent matchups where scoring trends have tipped toward the over.
Georgia Southern Betting Trends
Georgia Southern has faced challenges in consistency, as evidenced by their 4-8 record against the spread (ATS) in recent games. With a 2-7 straight-up record in their last nine matchups, the Eagles clearly struggle to seal victories. Specifically, they have encountered difficulty on the road, reflected in their 1-5 ATS positioning. Yet, intriguingly, games have frequently gone over when pitted against Georgia State on the road, hinting at potential high-scoring scenarios.
Georgia State Betting Trends
Georgia State’s betting landscape shows a mixed bag; they are 3-6 ATS in recent matches, struggling to meet expectations regularly. Their penchant for underscoring themselves within the Sun Belt conference is reflected in a 1-4 SU record, yet notably, matches played at home against Georgia Southern trend towards high scores, suggesting an edge in capitalizing on home-field dynamics.
Georgia Southern vs. Georgia State 9/28/24 Betting Picks
Assessing both teams’ attributes and trends suggests that Georgia State holds a slight edge, especially in leveraging its home advantage. Balancing offensive tendencies with past performances provides a complex puzzle likely to favor those adaptable to shifting gameplay conditions.
Considering Georgia State as the marginally safer pick for those weighing their betting choices aligns with observable trends. It’s also worth exploring top multi-handicapper predictions for broader insights, particularly regarding total points and potential prop bets.