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Bowling Green Falcons Favored to Dominate Red Wolves in 68 Ventures Bowl Clash

The upcoming 68 Ventures Bowl will feature the Arkansas State Red Wolves going up against the Bowling Green Falcons. Both teams are coming off recent losses, with the Red Wolves having a 7-5 record and the Falcons at 7-5 as well. This will be the first meeting between the two teams, with Bowling Green opening as the betting favorite at -7 and the current line at Bowling Green -8. The game is set to take place at Hancock Whitney Stadium at 9 PM ET, where the Red Wolves will be looking to secure their second bowl win in three appearances. For more insights and predictions on this matchup, continue reading.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Red Wolves +255 | Falcons -308
• Spread: Red Wolves +8 (-110) | Falcons -8 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 52.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Bowling Green will win straight-up is 75%.

Arkansas State vs Bowling Green Stats

Arkansas State Red Wolves

Arkansas State's Red Wolves finished their season in a three-way tie for second place in the Sun Belt West, with a two-game winning streak snapped by Old Dominion in their season finale. They will look to bounce back and secure their second bowl win in their last three appearances on Thursday. The team averages 24.8 points per game, with Jaylen Raynor leading the offense with 2,562 passing yards, 14 touchdowns, and nine interceptions. Zak Wallace and Corey Rucker have also been key players on offense. However, the team struggles defensively, allowing an average of 32.3 points per game. With a power ranking of 108, Arkansas State is ranked 93 in offense and 112 in defense. They will need to improve defensively in order to secure a win in their upcoming game.

Bowling Green Falcons Analysis

The Bowling Green Falcons had a successful season, finishing tied for third in the MAC standings with seven wins. They will aim to end their three-game bowl losing streak with a win on Thursday. Offensively, they average 26.8 points per game, with Connor Bazelak leading the passing game and Terion Stewart and Harold Fannin Jr. contributing on the ground. Defensively, they give up an average of 20.3 points per game, but will need to improve after allowing 28 points in their last game. Unfortunately, Kicker Jackson Kleather has been ruled out of the upcoming game due to an undisclosed injury. Bowling Green has a power ranking of 37 and impressive rankings for both offense and defense. They will face off against Arkansas State, who has not had recent success against Bowling Green. Overall, Bowling Green finished the season with a 7-5 record and 6-6 against the spread. Check out the best betting offers available from top sportsbook promos.

Bowling Green Falcons Favored to Dominate Red Wolves in Upcoming Matchup

The Falcons have emerged victorious in five of their last six matchups, whereas the Red Wolves have only managed to secure two wins in their last four games. Bowling Green carries an advantage in the upcoming game due to their well-rounded offense, which poses a challenge for their opponents. With an average of over 225 passing yards per game, the Falcons are set to face a team that has struggled in defending against the pass, conceding more than 230 yards per game. Additionally, Bowling Green is expected to excel in running the ball given the Red Wolves' weak run defense, allowing more than 225 yards per game. Conversely, the Red Wolves heavily rely on their ground game, making them predictable and at risk of being contained by the Falcons' proficient run defense. The defensive strategy of Bowling Green is likely to put pressure on Raynor, leading to potential costly errors. Ultimately, the prediction is for Bowling Green to cover the spread.

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