You can catch this week’s 1 CFB game between the Eagles and Bobcats on ESPN at 11:00 (12/16/23). The matchup will take place at Brooks Stadium in Conway (SC). This non-conference game sees the Eagles as 3.5 point favorites to come out with a win. Are they the best pick on the spread, or could the Bobcats provide better value? Continue reading to find out.

GEORGIA SOUTHERN EAGLES VS OHIO BOBCATS BETTING PICK

The Pick: Georgia Southern Eagles -3.5

This game will be played at Brooks Stadium at 11:00 ET on Saturday, December 16th.

WHY BET THE GEORGIA SOUTHERN EAGLES:

  • We have this one finishing with a projected score of 27-23 in favor of Georgia Southern.
  • Not only will Georgia Southern pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.5.
  • The over/under is currently sitting at 49 points, and we like the over with a projected 50 points.

Is a Road Win Possible for the Eagles?

With a 6-6 record, the Georgia Southern Eagles take on Ohio. Their road record so far is (1-5) and at home (4-1).

Georgia Southern has gone into five games as the favorite this season and four games as the underdog. Their ATS record is currently 4-6-1.

The average point total in Georgia Southern’s 12 games is currently 60.5 points per game. This has led to an over/under record of 5-5-1 for the Eagles.

The Eagles are currently ranked 87th in college football with 354 rushing attempts per game. In terms of rush yards, they are at 124.8 rushing yards per game, which is 102nd in the nation. Looking at their production in the passing game, they are averaging 44.2 attempts per game and gain an average of 298.2 passing yards. Overall, they hold the 43rd spot with 30.9 points per game.

The Georgia Southern defense, going into this week’s game, holds 125th place for points allowed, allowing 29.6 points per game. Opponents have been gaining an average of 244.1 passing yards each game against them (134th in the country). On the ground, they’re yielding 157.2 rushing yards, ranking them 96th in college football.

Does Ohio Have What it Takes to Win as Home Underdogs?

This season, the Ohio Bobcats are currently 9-3. So far this season, they have played six road games and five at home.

Ohio has gone into eight games as the favorite this season and three games as the underdog. Their ATS record is currently 6-5.

This season, Ohio has an over/under record of 4-7. Their games have, on average, produced a combined total of 38.3 points, with the typical over/under line being 46.7 points.

Ohio’s rushing attack is ranked 49th in college football with 430 rushing attempts per game. This has translated into an average of 140 rushing yards per game, placing them 87th nationally. On average, they are attempting 30.6 passes per game leading to 210.6 passing yards per contest. In terms of scoring, they hold the 79th position, averaging 22.9 points per game.

The Bobcats’ defense has allowed 97.1 rushing yards per game this season, ranking 202nd. Opponents are averaging 168.8 passing yards, and opposing quarterbacks hold a passer rating of 80.7 against Ohio. They currently rank 102nd in points allowed in the NCAA.