The UL Monroe Warhawks (1-0) host the FCS Lamar Cardinals on Saturday, September 9, 2023 at Malone Stadium. The Warhawks are heavily favored, by 25.5 points. The over/under is set at 48 in the contest.
UL Monroe vs. Lamar Odds
| Favorite | Spread | Favorite Spread Odds | Underdog Spread Odds | Total | Over Total Odds | Under Total Odds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UL Monroe | -25.5 | -110 | -110 | 48 | -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)
| UL Monroe | Lamar | |
|---|---|---|
| Off. Points per Game (Rank) | 22.3 (106) | 15.0 (16) |
| Def. Points per Game (Rank) | 34.4 (114) | 48.0 (88) |
| Turnovers Allowed (Rank) | 15 (38) | 5 (92) |
| Turnovers Forced (Rank) | 8 (131) | 3 (9) |
UL Monroe vs. Lamar Betting Insights (2022)
UL Monroe Stats and Trends
- UL Monroe has compiled a perfect 1-0-0 record against the spread this season.
- ULM has an average point total of 46.5 in their contests this year, 1.5 fewer points than this game’s over/under.
Lamar Stats and Trends (2022)
- The Cardinals covered the spread when playing as at least 25.5-point underdogs in their only opportunity last year.
- Lamar had a 57.3-point average over/under in its matchups last year, 9.3 more points than the total for this game.
UL Monroe Players to Watch
- Jiya Wright has collected 70 passing yards (70.0 per game) while connecting on 10 of 21 passes (47.6%), with zero touchdowns and two interceptions. He has tacked on 35 rushing yards, averaging 35.0 per game.
- Hunter Smith has seven rushing attempts for a team-best 103 rushing yards (103.0 per game) and one touchdown.
- Smith has run for 103 yards (103.0 per game), with one touchdown on the ground.
- Tyrone Howell has nine catches (on zero targets) and leads the team with 67 receiving yards (67.0 per game) while scoring one touchdown.
- NyNy Davis has also contributed with four receptions (on zero targets) for 24 yards.
- Dariyan Wiley is averaging 1.0 yards per game, with one catch for 1 yards.
- Norman Massey has registered a team-leading one sack, while adding one TFL.
- Over his current campaign, Jaterious Evans has eight tackles, two TFL, and one interception, and leads the team in both interceptions and tackles.
Lamar Players to Watch (2022 Stats)
- Michael Chandler II collected 160 passing yards (80.0 per game) with a 35.9% completion percentage last season (14-for-39), throwing for zero touchdowns with three interceptions.
- Hunter Batten racked up 49 rushing yards (24.5 per game) and scored one touchdown.
- RJ Carver totaled 43 rushing yards on 10 carries last season.
- Last season Devyn Gibbs was targeted zero times and notched five catches for 71 yards .
- Jalen Dummett also tacked on 70 yards on seven catches and one touchdown. He was targeted zero times, and averaged 35.0 receiving yards last season.
- Jeremy Davis caught two passes on zero targets for 37 yards.
- Blaise Tita had a solid body of work a year ago, collecting one sack, one TFL and seven tackles.
- Tyler Jackson’s 2022 campaign saw him total 12 tackles.
- Austin Goffney intercepted one pass while adding 12 tackles a season ago.
