The Southern Miss Golden Eagles (0-0) host the FCS Alcorn State Braves on Saturday, September 2, 2023 at M.M. Roberts Stadium. The Golden Eagles are heavily favored, by 24 points. The over/under in this contest is 47.5 points.
Southern Miss vs. Alcorn State Odds
| Favorite | Spread | Favorite Spread Odds | Underdog Spread Odds | Total | Over Total Odds | Under Total Odds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Miss | -24 | -110 | -110 | 47.5 | -110 | -110 |
Computer Pick
Predictions are calculated by a data-driven algorithm (raw power score) that ranks head-to-head matchup results within a closed network of games. Prediction confidence is determined by the delta between each team’s raw power score.
Team Stat Comparison (2022)
| Southern Miss | Alcorn State | |
|---|---|---|
| Off. Points per Game (Rank) | 25.3 (79) | 0.0 (85) |
| Def. Points per Game (Rank) | 23.5 (45) | 52.0 (49) |
| Turnovers Allowed (Rank) | 23 (120) | 1 (17) |
| Turnovers Forced (Rank) | 20 (28) | 2 (15) |
Southern Miss vs. Alcorn State Betting Insights (2022)
Southern Miss Stats and Trends
- Southern Miss covered 10 times in 13 matchups with a spread last season.
- The Golden Eagles covered the spread when playing as at least 24-point favorites in their only opportunity last season.
- Last season, the combined scoring went over the point total eight times in Southern Miss games.
- Golden Eagles games last season went over this contest’s total of 47.5 points seven times.
- Southern Miss’ contests last season had an average point total of 47.6, 0.1 more points than this game’s over/under.
Alcorn State Stats and Trends (2022)
- The Braves did not cover the spread last year (0-1 ATS) when playing as at least 24-point underdogs.
- The average over/under for Alcorn State’s outings last year was 59.0, 11.5 more points than this game’s total.
Southern Miss Players to Watch (2022 Stats)
- Last year Zach Wilcke racked up 1,163 passing yards (145.4 per game) while going 101-for-176 (57.4%) and throwing for nine touchdowns with nine interceptions.
- Frank Gore Jr. ran for 1,382 yards on 228 carries (106.3 yards per game) and scored nine touchdowns a season ago. He also averaged 16.8 receiving yards per game, grabbing 19 passes for 219 yards.
- Last year Janari Dean ran for 191 yards on 62 carries (19.1 yards per game), with three rushing touchdowns.
- Jason Brownlee grabbed 55 passes for 891 yards last year and scored eight touchdowns. He was targeted zero times, and averaged 68.5 receiving yards.
- Jakarius Caston added 446 receiving yards on 31 catches and five touchdowns. He was targeted zero times, and put up 49.6 yards per game.
- Tiaquelin Mims caught 23 passes on zero targets for 368 yards and three touchdowns, averaging 40.9 yards per game.
- Last season, Dominic Quewon registered eight sacks, eight TFL, 18 tackles, and one interception.
- In last year’s campaign, Malik Shorts collected 106 tackles, one TFL, and three interceptions.
- Jay Stanley intercepted five passes while adding 58 tackles, three TFL, one sack, and eight passes defended a season ago.
Alcorn State Players to Watch (2022 Stats)
- Javonta Leatherwood churned out 30 rushing yards (30.0 per game).
- Niko Duffey amassed 19 rushing yards on seven carries last year.
- C.J. Bolar hauled in one passes for 19 yards last year. He was targeted zero times, and averaged 19.0 yards per game.
- Joshua Compton also chipped in with 15 yards on one grabs. He was targeted zero times, and averaged 15.0 receiving yards last season.
- Akeem McNair caught two passes on zero targets for 8 yards, averaging 8.0 receiving yards per game.
- Terreance Ellis had a strong stat line a year ago, collecting zero sacks, nine tackles.
- Last season Leatherwood hauled in zero interceptions and added nine tackles.
