The Jacksonville State Gamecocks (3-1) will face off against their CUSA-rival, the Sam Houston Bearkats (0-3) in a matchup on Thursday, September 28, 2023 at . The Gamecocks are significant favorites in this one, with the spread posted at 7 points. The over/under for the contest is 36.5 points.
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Jacksonville State vs. Sam Houston Odds
| Favorite | Spread | Favorite Spread Odds | Underdog Spread Odds | Total | Over Total Odds | Under Total Odds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville State | -7 | -115 | -105 | 36.5 | -110 | -110 |
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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
| Jacksonville State | Sam Houston | |
|---|---|---|
| Off. Points per Game (Rank) | 25.8 (1) | 3.3 (54) |
| Def. Points per Game (Rank) | 11.8 (47) | 21.7 (68) |
| Turnovers Allowed (Rank) | 1 (15) | 5 (81) |
| Turnovers Forced (Rank) | 9 (1) | 1 (32) |
Jacksonville State vs. Sam Houston Betting Insights
Jacksonville State Stats and Trends
- Jacksonville State has won three games against the spread this season, while failing to cover once.
- The Gamecocks have been favored by 7 points or more once this season, and covered the spread.
- So far this season, none of Jacksonville State’s games have hit the over.
- The Gamecocks and their opponents have scored a combined total of more than 36.5 points twice this season (in four games).
- Jax State’s contests this year have an average point total of 55.3, 18.8 more points than this game’s over/under.
Sam Houston Stats and Trends
- Sam Houston has won two games against the spread this year.
- The Bearkats have been an underdog by 7 points or more three times this year, and covered the spread in two of those contests.
- Games featuring Sam Houston have hit the over once this season.
- The Bearkats have combined with their opponent to score more than 36.5 points just once this season.
- Sam Houston’s games this year have had a 39.8-point total on average, 3.3 more points than this matchup’s over/under.
Jacksonville State Players to Watch
- This year, Logan Smothers has recorded 277 passing yards (69.3 yards per game) while going 29-for-46 (63% completion percentage) and throwing two touchdowns and zero interceptions. He has added 218 rushing yards on 41 carries with four touchdowns, averaging 54.5 yards per game.
- Malik Jackson has picked up a team-high 376 rushing yards (94.0 yards per game) and scored two touchdowns.
- Quinton Lane has hauled in 10 receptions for 140 yards, best on his team, and one touchdown. He averages 35.0 receiving yards per game.
- Perry Carter has also tacked on five receptions for 97 yards.
- This season Sterling Galban has caught five passes for 54 yards and one touchdown, averaging 13.5 receiving yards per game.
Sam Houston Players to Watch
- This season, Keegan Shoemaker has recorded 191 passing yards (95.5 yards per game) while connecting on 26 of 47 passes (55.3% completion percentage), with zero touchdowns and three interceptions.
- Zach Hrbacek has 19 carries for a team-high 43 rushing yards (14.3 per game) and zero touchdowns.
- John Gentry has put up 36 rushing yards on 15 carries (12.0 yards per game) this season.
- Ife Adeyi has racked up seven receptions for 74 yards, best on his team. He averages 24.7 receiving yards per game.
- Noah Smith has tacked on seven catches for 59 yards this year. He puts up 19.7 receiving yards per game.
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