Jacksonville State Set for Complex Showdown With Louisiana Tech In Saturday's CUSA Match-up

Game outlook

Louisiana Tech and Jacksonville St. face off this Saturday, November 18, at 2:00 PM EST in Burgess-Snow Field for an important Conference USA showdown. Louisiana Tech comes off a five-game losing streak after a 42-27 home loss to Sam Houston, while Jacksonville St. are riding a 38-28 road loss to the South Carolina Gamecocks. Both teams will be looking to demonstrate resilience and strategy in this matchup to reign triumphant in the game.

Game Info

When: Saturday, 11/18/2023 @ 2:00pm EST

Where: Burgess-Snow Field at JSU Stadium Stadium Betting Odds Moneyline: Bulldogs +265 | Gamecocks -325

Spread: Bulldogs +8.25 (-110) | Gamecocks -8.25 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 54.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Jacksonville St. will win straight-up is 76%.

Louisiana Tech Bulldogs

Quarterback Hank Bachmeier has led the offense with 1,890 passing yards and a 68.0 completion rate, while Smoke Harris is the leading receiver. Tyre Shelton spearheads the Bulldogs' rushing attack, but the team has struggled, averaging 131.9 rushing yards per game (94th in the nation). The defensive has been having difficulty, slowing opponents an average of 31.4 points per game (111th in the nation). They had an opportunity to improve against Sam Houston State in their last game but lost 42-27. Louisiana Tech Bulldogs are ranked 75th in offense and 103rd in defense this season. With a 3-8 power rank, they have averaged 26.7 points per game and allowed 30.3 points to be scored against them. Quarterback Hank Bachmeier has completed 68% of his passes and Smoke Harries leads their receiving corps, while Tyre Shelton heads their rushing attack which has yielded an average of 131.9 rushing yards per game. Despite their defensive struggles (16 sacks and 5 interceptions) the Bulldogs lost 42-27 to Sam Houston State in their last game, underlining the need to address their problems on both ends of the field.