Ball State Cardinals vs Georgia Southern Eagle Pick ATS
Date:
September 23, 2:00 pm
Location:
Scheumann Stadium
Betting Odds
Point Spread:
Georgia Southern -6.5
Total:
61
This Saturday, September 23, 2023, at 2:00 pm, we have the Ball State Cardinals (1-2) hosting the Georgia Southern Eagles (2-1) at Scheumann Stadium. As we gear up for this matchup, Bet365 sets the Eagles as favorites with a -6.5 spread at -110 odds. The total is hovering at 61, signaling expectations for a high-scoring bout. Let's sift through the nuances to offer you a detailed preview.
Team Recent Games
Georgia Southern Eagles
The Eagles have a winning record at 2-1, having faced teams with weaker defenses in their recent matchups. Their victories against UAB and The Citadel, who has just suffered a massive 56-7 loss to Campbell, might not truly reflect their offensive prowess given the defensive challenges of these teams. Their only loss came against a stronger defense, hinting at potential vulnerabilities against well-defended teams.
Ball State Cardinals
Ball State stands at a 1-2 record, but this comes after facing teams with notably strong defenses. They have faced Georgia and Kentucky, teams that were ranked 5th and 16th, respectively in scoring defense last season. Although the Cardinals lost to these high-ranked teams, their offense showed a notable improvement in their game against Indiana State, indicating a potential to score high against lesser defenses.
Betting on Ball State Cardinals Against the Spread Given the home advantage and the stiff competition faced by the Cardinals in their initial games, betting on them against the spread seems like a worthy consideration. Here’s why:
Strength of Opponents
Ball State has faced teams with much stronger defenses compared to the Eagles. This experience might have prepared them well for the upcoming game. Rushing Yards: The Cardinals showed a significant improvement in their rushing yards in the game against FCS Indiana State, hinting at their potential to rack up points when not stifled by top-tier defenses.
Home Advantage
Playing at home, the Cardinals have the crowd behind them, which could potentially spur them on to cover the spread.
Spread Advantage
With a 6.5 point advantage going into the game, the Cardinals just might be able to leverage this to cover the spread, especially considering the level of defenses they have faced so far compared to the Eagles.
Georgia Southern at Ball State Pick ATS
Taking into account the level of defenses both teams have faced so far, Ball State seems to be undervalued here. Their offense has shown potential against a lesser defense, and they now have the home advantage. The Eagles, on the other hand, have had relatively easy matchups, and facing the Cardinals at their home ground might be a tougher challenge for them. Given these factors, betting on the Ball State Cardinals to cover a 6.5 spread at -110 odds seems like a sound choice.
Free Pick:
Take Ball State Cardinals +6.5
