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Sam Houston St. Bearkats vs Kennesaw St. Owls Betting Picks & Predictions

Game time: November 16, 2024 at 3:00 PM ET

Venue: Fifth Third Stadium — Kennesaw, GA

Article updated Nov 14, 6:10 PM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

In Week 12 of the college football season, the Sam Houston State Bearkats are set to face off against the Kennesaw State Owls in a Conference USA matchup. The game is

Game outlook

In Week 12 of the college football season, the Sam Houston State Bearkats are set to face off against the Kennesaw State Owls in a Conference USA matchup. The game is scheduled for November 16th at 3:00 PM ET and will be televised on ESPN+. The Bearkats, with a record of 7-2, are on a two-game winning streak, while the Owls, at 1-8, are on a two-game losing streak. Sam Houston State is the betting favorite, opening at -13 and currently at -15.5. This promises to be an exciting matchup worth tuning in for.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Bearkats -700 | Owls +500

Spread: Bearkats -15.5 (-110) | Owls +15.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 42.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Sam Houston St. will win straight-up is 88%.

Sam Houston St. Bearkats

The Sam Houston State Bearkats have been performing well this season, with a recent 9-3 home victory over Louisiana Tech. Quarterback Hunter Watson has been a key player, with solid passing and rushing stats. The team's offense is averaging 364.7 total yards per game and their rushing game has been particularly strong. On defense, they have been allowing an average of 327.8 total yards per game and have been particularly effective against the run. With a power ranking of 53, they are 7-2 this season. Watson is currently questionable with a shoulder injury.

Kennesaw St. Owls Analysis

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The Kennesaw State Owls are currently struggling with a 1-7 record, with sophomore quarterback Davis Bryson facing challenges in his performance this season. The team's offense ranks low nationally, with passing yards being a particular area of weakness. Defensively, Kennesaw State has been allowing a high number of total yards per game and points per game. Despite their current struggles, there are no reported injuries for the team. In terms of power rankings and offense and defense statistics, the Owls rank low but have the potential to be a competitive force with some improvements. In previous matchups, Sam Houston State has had the upper hand against Kennesaw State.

Sam Houston State Bearkats Expected to Dominate Kennesaw State Owls in Upcoming Matchup

The Sam Houston State Bearkats have demonstrated their dominance over the course of the season, showcasing a superior level of play compared to the Kennesaw State Owls. This discrepancy is particularly evident in their defensive performances, with the Bearkats allowing only 5.0 points in their last two games, while the Owls have conceded an average of 35.0 points in their previous five games. Additionally, Davis Bryson's challenges in facilitating consistent offensive drives and his turnover rates further support the likelihood of the Bearkats securing a comprehensive victory. Therefore, based on these factors, it is advisable to consider betting on the Sam Houston State Bearkats to cover the considerable point spread in the upcoming matchup.

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SportsJaw published this archived preview from its original game-day article. Its prediction and quoted lines are preserved as written.

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SportsJaw Bearkats vs Owls archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Bearkats vs Owls matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Sam Houston St. Bearkats-503 → -1,500Moved
  • Moneyline · Kennesaw St. Owls+375 → +823Moved
  • Spread · Sam Houston St. Bearkats-13 (-110) → -21 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · Kennesaw St. Owls+13 (-110) → +21 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over42.5 (-110) → 42.5 (-110)Unchanged
  • Total · Under42.5 (-110) → 42.5 (-110)Unchanged

ATS and O/U trends

Sam Houston St. Bearkats
7-2 matchup record · 6-4-0 ATS · 3-7-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Kennesaw St. Owls
1-7 matchup record · 4-6-0 ATS · 4-6-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2024-11-14T23:10:49.645Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

The Sam Houston State Bearkats have been performing well this season, with a recent 9-3 home victory over Louisiana Tech. Quarterback Hunter Watson has been a key player, with solid passing and rushing stats. The team's offense is averaging 364.7 total yards per game and their rushing game has been particularly strong. On defense, they have been allowing an average of 327.8 total yards per game and have been particularly effective against the run. With a power ranking of 53, they are 7-2 this season. Watson is currently questionable with a shoulder injury.

The Kennesaw State Owls are currently struggling with a 1-7 record, with sophomore quarterback Davis Bryson facing challenges in his performance this season. The team's offense ranks low nationally, with passing yards being a particular area of weakness. Defensively, Kennesaw State has been allowing a high number of total yards per game and points per game. Despite their current struggles, there are no reported injuries for the team. In terms of power rankings and offense and defense statistics, the Owls rank low but have the potential to be a competitive force with some improvements. In previous matchups, Sam Houston State has had the upper hand against Kennesaw State.

Recent head-to-head

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Final result

Matchup pick recap

Sam Houston St. Bearkats defeated Kennesaw St. Owls 23-17

Sam Houston St. Bearkats defeated Kennesaw St. Owls 23-17 on November 16, 2024, a 6-point decision in the series. Sam Houston St. Bearkats' strongest period was the overtime, when it outscored its opponent 6-0. Against SportsJaw's recorded Sam Houston St. Bearkats -21 (-110) spread, Kennesaw St. Owls covered, while the 40 combined points finished under the recorded total of 42.5.

SportsJaw editorial picks

  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

Tipster picks

  • PurplebloodSpread · Kennesaw St. Owls +13 (-110)Win
  • Hustle$Spread · Sam Houston St. Bearkats -14.5 (-110)Loss
  • RainmanSpread · Kennesaw St. Owls +14.5 (-110)Win
  • CoolioSpread · Sam Houston St. Bearkats -18.5 (-110)Loss
  • CoolioTotal · Over 42.5 (-110)Loss
  • OddssharkSpread · Sam Houston St. Bearkats -18.5 (-110)Loss
  • OddssharkTotal · Over 42.5 (-110)Loss