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Liberty Flames Look to Break Losing Streak Against Middle Tennessee State After Tough Loss to Jacksonville State

The Liberty Flames are seeking to break a two-game losing streak after a recent loss to Jacksonville State. Quarterback Kaidon Salter had a challenging game, while Middle Tennessee State is coming off a win against UTEP. Liberty is favored to win by -10.75 points against Middle Tennessee State.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Flames -400 | Blue Raiders +320
• Spread: Flames -10.75 (-110) | Blue Raiders +10.75 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 54 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Liberty will win straight-up is 80%.

Liberty vs Middle Tenn. St. Stats

Liberty Flames

The Liberty Flames are coming off a tough loss against the Jacksonville State Gamecocks, with the offense showing promise by scoring 21 points on 421 total yards. However, the defense struggled, allowing 31 points on 459 total yards. The team needs to focus on improving their run defense, as they are currently allowing an average of 7.6 rushing yards per attempt. Overall, the Flames have been performing well, ranking 44th in college football for points per game on offense and 60th for points allowed on defense. There are several key players dealing with injuries, including Tyson Mobley, Austin Henderson, Reese Smith, Treon Sibley, and Darius Copeland. With a power ranking of 53, Liberty is currently ranked 53 in offense, 64 in defense, and holds a season record of 5-2 (1-6 ATS).

Middle Tenn. St. Blue Raiders Analysis

The Middle Tennessee State Blue Raiders secured a victory in their last game against UTEP, showcasing a strong defense that held the Miners to limited yardage and scoring. However, turnovers were a significant issue for the offense, hindering their overall performance. The team is currently struggling to score points, ranking low in both offense and defense statistics nationally. Additionally, key players are listed as questionable due to undisclosed injuries. The Blue Raiders have a power ranking of 121 and a record of 3-6. In head-to-head matchups, Liberty has had recent success against Middle Tennessee State.

Offensive Disparity Between Liberty and Middle Tennessee State Gives Flames Edge to Cover Spread

In recent games, there has been a significant disparity in offensive performance between Liberty and Middle Tennessee State. Over their last four games, Liberty has been averaging 27.8 points, whereas Middle Tennessee State has only been scoring an average of 16.4 points in their last five games. The ability to successfully convert on third downs is crucial for maintaining drives, with the Flames boasting a 46.81% success rate (44-of-94) compared to the Blue Raiders' 36.36% success rate (44-of-121). Taking into consideration these statistics, it is recommended to choose the Liberty Flames to cover the spread in this scenario.

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