Georgia Southern Eagles vs Old Dominion Monarchs Betting Picks & Predictions
Georgia Southern is the pick to beat Old Dominion, 24-20, with Max Johnson’s recent touchdown production providing the strongest reason to favor the Eagles. The Monarchs’ defensive performance makes this a low-confidence forecast, however. Neither Georgia Southern -3.5 (-110) nor the total of 47.5 (-110 each way) offers a convincing betting edge. The official recommendation is Pass.
Georgia Southern Eagles vs Old Dominion Monarchs prediction and best bet
Georgia Southern gets the narrow nod because its passing attack brings sustained touchdown production into this matchup. Johnson has thrown at least three touchdown passes in three consecutive games. That gives the Eagles a credible route to the decisive score against an Old Dominion defense with strong conference rankings.
The best betting decision is Pass. A Georgia Southern 24-20 forecast barely clears the supplied spread, while the case for a lower-scoring game runs into Johnson’s recent form. Old Dominion’s defensive advantage in its latest game deserves weight, but treating that performance as a reliable scoring limit for this opponent would go too far.
Odds, game time and how to watch
Game: Georgia Southern Eagles at Old Dominion Monarchs, Thursday, October 15, 2026, in the 2026 college football season.
Time: Old Dominion’s preview lists 7:30 p.m.; Georgia Southern’s preview lists 7:35 p.m. The schools differ by five minutes.
Venue and broadcast: S.B. Ballard Stadium in Norfolk, Virginia. Television coverage is on ESPN2.
Records: Georgia Southern Eagles 2-4; Old Dominion Monarchs 2-4.
SportsJaw spread and moneyline: Georgia Southern -3.5 (-110) and -174 to win; Old Dominion +3.5 (-108) and +150 to win.