The Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns (0-0) host the FCS Northwestern State Demons on Saturday, September 2, 2023 at Cajun Field. The Ragin’ Cajuns are heavily favored, by 35 points. An over/under of 55 points has been set for the outing.
Louisiana vs. Northwestern State Odds
| Favorite | Spread | Favorite Spread Odds | Underdog Spread Odds | Total | Over Total Odds | Under Total Odds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | -35 | -110 | -110 | 55 | -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)
| Louisiana | Northwestern State | |
|---|---|---|
| Off. Points per Game (Rank) | 26.2 (75) | 10.0 (52) |
| Def. Points per Game (Rank) | 22.8 (37) | 64.0 (69) |
| Turnovers Allowed (Rank) | 16 (50) | 1 (17) |
| Turnovers Forced (Rank) | 23 (11) | 0 (65) |
Louisiana vs. Northwestern State Betting Insights (2022)
Louisiana Stats and Trends
- Louisiana won seven games against the spread last season, failing to cover six times.
- Louisiana and its opponent combined to go over the point total in six of 13 contests last season.
- In four of 13 games last season, the Ragin’ Cajuns and their opponents combined to score more than 55 points.
- Louisiana’s matchups last season had an average total of 51.2, 3.8 fewer points than this game’s over/under.
Northwestern State Stats and Trends (2022)
- Northwestern State’s matchups last year had a 50.5-point average over/under, 4.5 fewer points than this game’s point total.
Louisiana Players to Watch (2022 Stats)
- Last year Ben Wooldridge put up 1,627 passing yards (162.7 per game) while going 137-for-244 (56.1%) and throwing for 15 touchdowns with five interceptions. He tacked on 189 rushing yards on 48 carries with two touchdowns.
- Chris Smith took 126 attempts for 629 rushing yards a season ago (57.2 per game) and scored three touchdowns.
- Last year Terrence Williams rushed for 373 yards on 104 carries (31.1 yards per game), with one rushing touchdown.
- Michael Jefferson hauled in 51 passes for 810 yards last season with seven touchdowns. He was targeted zero times, and averaged 67.5 receiving yards.
- Neal Johnson’s stat line last year showed 25 grabs for 294 yards and two touchdowns. He put up 22.6 yards per game.
- John Stephens Jr. totaled 284 receiving yards on 14 catches with three TDs.
- Zi’Yon Hill showed out with an impressive stat line of six sacks, 11 TFL and 42 tackles last year.
- Jourdon Quibodeaux’s 2022 campaign saw him total 86 tackles and one TFL.
- Bralen Trahan picked off four passes while adding 68 tackles and three passes defended a season ago.
Northwestern State Players to Watch (2022 Stats)
- Zachary Clement collected 214 passing yards (214.0 per game) with a 48.5% completion percentage last year (16-for-33), throwing for one touchdown with one interception.
- Kennieth Lacy took 11 carries for 14 rushing yards a season ago (14.0 per game). He also totaled four catches for 34 yards.
- Last season London Williams rushed for 12 yards on seven carries (12.0 yards per game).
- Last season Travon Jones was targeted zero times and had one catches for 50 yards .
- Ke’Nard King’s stat line last season was three catches for 47 yards and one touchdown. He averaged 47.0 receiving yards per game.
- Scotty Roblow showed out with an impressive stat line of zero sacks, 68 tackles and three passes defended.
- King intercepted zero passes while adding 68 tackles and three passes defended a season ago.
