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Louisiana Ragin Cajuns to Face Marshall Thundering Herd in Sun Belt Championship Game at Cajun Field, Favored to Win by -5.5 Line

The Louisiana Ragin Cajuns will face off against the Marshall Thundering Herd in the Sun Belt Championship game at Cajun Field. Both teams finished with impressive 7-1 records in the conference during the regular season. Although they did not meet in the regular season, Louisiana-Lafayette is favored to win, with the current betting line at -5.5 in their favor. Fans can expect an exciting matchup between these two talented teams.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Thundering Herd +185 | Ragin Cajuns -215
• Spread: Thundering Herd +5.5 (-110) | Ragin Cajuns -5.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 57.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Louisiana-Lafayette will win straight-up is 68%.

Marshall vs Louisiana-Lafayette Stats

Marshall Thundering Herd

Marshall's football team is currently on a six-game winning streak, with their most recent victory being against James Madison. They are rated 65th overall in the College Football Power Index, excelling in offensive efficiency and special teams. The team is led by quarterback Braylon Braxton and running back A.J. Turner, who have been instrumental in their success this season. Head coach Charles Huff has a successful track record with the team, but rumors suggest he may be leaving for a head coaching position at Southern Mississippi. The team's impressive performance this season has earned them a power ranking of 47, with strong offensive capabilities and a solid defense. For assistance with college football, NCAAF Cappers are available for support.

Louisiana-Lafayette Ragin Cajuns Analysis

The Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns have had a strong season, with only two losses to Tulane and South Alabama. The team's offense has been particularly impressive, ranked 19th in efficiency. Quarterback Ben Wooldridge led the team until a broken collarbone sidelined him for the last three games, with Chandler Fields stepping in. Running back Bill Davis has been a standout performer, with 777 yards and nine rushing touchdowns. In conference games, Louisiana ranks highly in scoring and total offense, while also performing well in scoring defense and total defense. Head coach Michael Desormeaux has been successful, with a record of 23-16 and winning Sun Belt Conference Coach of the Year. Louisiana has a power ranking of 28 and is known for their potent offense, averaging 35.58 points per game. In their last three matchups, Marshall has gone 2-0 against Louisiana-Lafayette.

Louisiana Faces Marshall in High-Stakes Matchup with Key Personnel Changes

Louisiana has had a successful season, with eight of their 10 wins achieved under the leadership of now-injured quarterback Ben Wooldridge. The recent departure of Charles Huff from Marshall may present a potential distraction for the team. However, in today's transfer portal climate, I believe this development will serve as motivation for the players to finish the season on a high note in honor of Huff. Marshall has excelled this season, boasting a record of 10-1-1 against the spread, the best in the country. With these teams being evenly matched, I am cautious about betting against a team with a strong track record of covering the spread. Thus, my professional recommendation is to support the Thundering Herd in this matchup.

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