CUSA play features the Liberty Flames (1-0) against the New Mexico State Aggies (1-1) on Saturday, September 9, 2023 at Williams Stadium (VA). The Flames are considerable favorites in this one, with the spread posted at 9.5 points. The over/under is set at 53 in the outing.
Liberty vs. New Mexico State Odds
| Favorite | Spread | Favorite Spread Odds | Underdog Spread Odds | Total | Over Total Odds | Under Total Odds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty | -9.5 | -112 | -108 | 53 | -112 | -108 |
Computer Pick
| ATS | Total | Score prediction |
|---|---|---|
| Liberty (-9.5) | Over (53) | Liberty 42 New Mexico State 23 |
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
| Liberty | New Mexico State | |
|---|---|---|
| Off. Points per Game (Rank) | 34.0 (69) | 44.0 (4) |
| Def. Points per Game (Rank) | 24.0 (67) | 31.0 (125) |
| Turnovers Allowed (Rank) | 1 (40) | 2 (82) |
| Turnovers Forced (Rank) | 5 (2) | 0 (95) |
Liberty vs. New Mexico State Betting Insights
Liberty Stats and Trends
- Liberty has a record of 1-0-0 against the spread this season.
- This season, games featuring Liberty have hit the over every time.
- LU’s games this season have had an average of 48.5 points, 4.5 fewer than this matchup’s over/under.
New Mexico State Stats and Trends
- New Mexico State has a record of 1-1-0 against the spread this year.
- This season, games featuring New Mexico State has gone over the point total every time.
- The average total for New Mexico State’s games this season is 50.3 points, 2.7 fewer points than this game’s over/under.
Liberty Players to Watch
- Kaidon Salter has 143 passing yards (143.0 YPG) and a 55% completion percentage (11-for-20) while throwing two touchdowns. He also has 82 rushing yards on 19 carries , averaging 82.0 yards per game.
- Quinton Cooley has rushed for 78 yards (78.0 per game).
- Treon Sibley has three catches (on zero targets) and leads the team with 56 receiving yards (56.0 per game).
- Aaron Bedgood has two catches for 30 yards (30.0 per game).
- Vaughn Blue has collected 20 yards on two receptions with one touchdown, averaging 20.0 yards per game.
- This season Chris Boti leads the team with one sack and has added two TFL and five tackles.
- Tyren Dupree has collected 10 tackles and one TFL, and he’s tops on his team in tackles.
- Jerome Jolly Jr. has intercepted two passes to lead the team while adding six tackles and two passes defended.
New Mexico State Players to Watch
- This year, Diego Pavia has collected 565 passing yards (282.5 per game) while connecting on 32 of 47 passes (68.1%), with five touchdowns and two interceptions. He has added 21 rushing yards on 18 carries, averaging 10.5 yards per game.
- Star Thomas has rushed for a team-leading 138 yards on 20 attempts (69.0 yards per game) while scoring two touchdowns. He also averages 26.0 receiving yards per game, grabbing five passes for 52 yards.
- Ahmonte Watkins has 116 yards on six carries (58.0 yards per game), with two rushing touchdowns.
- Jonathan Brady has hauled in six receptions for 150 yards, best on his team, and one touchdown. He averages 75.0 receiving yards per game.
- Jordin Parker has been targeted zero times, and chipped in with 103 yards (on two catches) and two touchdowns.
- Trent Hudson has racked up 97 yards on five receptions with two touchdowns, averaging 48.5 yards per game.
- This season Nikhil Webb Walker leads the team with one sack and has added one TFL and nine tackles.
- Keyshaun Elliott has collected nine tackles and one TFL this season, leading his team in tackles.
