Arkansas Razorbacks Poised to Ding Mississippi State Bulldogs and End Losing Streak
On Saturday, the Mississippi State Bulldogs (3-3) travel to Fayetteville, Arkansas to face the Razorbacks (2-5). This SEC matchup has the Razorbacks as the betting favorite
Game outlook
On Saturday, the Mississippi State Bulldogs (3-3) travel to Fayetteville, Arkansas to face the Razorbacks (2-5). This SEC matchup has the Razorbacks as the betting favorite at -7 initially and -6 currently. Kickoff is scheduled for 12:00 PM EST.
Game Info
When: Saturday, 10/21/2023 @ 12:00pm EST
Where: Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium Stadium Bulldogs vs Razorbacks Betting Odds Moneyline: Bulldogs +200 | Razorbacks -240
Spread: Bulldogs +6 (-110) | Razorbacks -6 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 48.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Arkansas will win straight-up is 71%.
Mississippi St. Bulldogs
The Mississippi State Bulldogs achieved a breakthrough win two weeks ago, defeating Western Michigan by a score of 41-28. This ended a three game losing streak and subsequently the Bulldogs used their bye week to rest and identify areas in which they need to improve. Quarterback Will Rogers was 16 of 22 for 189 yards in the game, with Mike Wright taking relief in the second half, going 7 of 10 for 57 yards and a touchdown. Despite being successful on the field, the Bulldogs are faced with an injury list; with WR J. Robinson (undisclosed), QB W. Rogers (arm), RB J. Pittman (undisclosed), TE R. Goede (foot), RB J. Marks (leg), and K J. Ferrie (foot) all being questionable and DL K. Dinkins (undisclosed), and DL T. Williams (undisclosed) being out. Breaking down the Bulldogs' statistics, they have a power rating of 87, and are ranked: 96th in rushing 76th in passing 82nd in red zone offense 110th in total defense 64th against the run 122nd against the pass 116th in third down defense 40th in the country in sacks 119th in red zone defense 47th in the nation in penalties per game 57th in the country in turnover differential The Bulldogs are 3-3 on the season (1-5 ATS), and are aiming to remain competitive in the second half of the season in order to reach their goal of playing in a post-season bowl game.