Eagles vs Panthers Showdown: 3rd Down Defense Could Decide the Outcome
The Eagles are 5-2 overall and 3-1 in conference, while the Panthers are 6-1, and 4-0 in conference. The Eagles and Panthers will face off Thursday night, with kick off set
Game outlook
The Eagles are 5-2 overall and 3-1 in conference, while the Panthers are 6-1, and 4-0 in conference. The Eagles and Panthers will face off Thursday night, with kick off set for 7:30 PM Eastern. Georgia Southern is coming off a win over ULL and the Panthers come into the game with a win against Louisiana Conference rival.
Game Info
When: Thursday, 10/26/2023 @ 7:30pm EST
Where: Allen E. Paulson Stadium Stadium Panthers vs Eagles Betting Odds Moneyline: Panthers +100 | Eagles -120
Spread: Panthers +1.5 (-110) | Eagles -1.5 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 62.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Georgia Southern will win straight-up is 55%.
Georgia State Panthers
Georgia State performed well against Louisiana, with an end result of 20-17 and offensive success of 343 total yards, 214 coming from air. QB Darren Grainger completed 77% of his passes for two touchdowns. Marcus Carroll led the ground attack with 110 yards and the defense got an interception and two sacks. Georgia State is in the top 10 of 3rd down efficiency (51.7%), averaging 4.2 yards per carry and 68% of passes completed, and has allowed 66.7% of TDs in the red zone. Pass defense averages 65.5% completion rate, 7.3 depth per completion, and 4.3 yards per carry. Georgia State is 6-1 this season, 39th in Power Ranking, 41st offensively and 58th defensively.