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Troy Trojans Set to Take on Nevada Wolfpack in 2024 Home Opener at Veterans Memorial Stadium

The Troy Trojans will begin their 2024 home campaign against the Nevada Wolfpack at Veterans Memorial Stadium in Troy, Alabama on August 31st at 7:00 p.m. ET, airing on ESPN+. After a strong previous season, the Trojans are looking to continue their success, while the Wolfpack aim to bounce back from a season-opening loss. With Goose Crowder leading the offense for Troy and Brendon Lewis likely leading Nevada, fans can anticipate an exciting matchup. The Trojans are favored to win with a current line of Troy -8.5, as they aim to secure a winning start to the season and assert their home-field advantage, while the Wolfpack look to make a statement in their first road game.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Wolfpack +250 | Trojans -303
• Spread: Wolfpack +8.5 (-110) | Trojans -8.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 44.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Troy will win straight-up is 75%.

Nevada vs Troy Stats

Nevada Wolfpack

The Nevada Wolfpack faced a heartbreaking 29-24 loss to the SMU Mustangs in their 2024 home opener. Despite a strong effort led by quarterback Brendon Lewis and standout performances by Drue Watts and Matthew Killam, the Wolfpack fell short. Coming off a challenging 2023 season, the team is looking to turn things around under new head coach Jeff Choate. They will face a tough challenge against the talented Troy team and will need to perform at their best to even their 2024 record. Currently ranked 127th in offense, 116th in defense, and with a power ranking of 114, the Wolfpack are 0-0 this season.

Troy Trojans Analysis

The Troy Trojans are gearing up for their first win of the season against Nevada, fielding a mix of experienced players and newer faces. Quarterback Goose Crowder, despite limited playing time, has shown promise with his previous performances. Gerald Green will lead the rushing attack, supported by Jordan Lovett and Damien Taylor. Defensively, the Trojans will rely on standout Jordan Stringer and kicker Scott Taylor Renfroe. With home-field advantage and a revamped lineup, the Trojans aim to secure their first win of the 2024 season. Head coach Gerad Parker, known for his offensive expertise and coaching experience at various collegiate levels, leads the team. The Trojans have a power ranking of 8 and are ranked #53 for offense and #10 for defense. In their last 3 matchups, Nevada has gone 0-0 against Troy.

Troy Trojans Finish Strong 2023 Season, Nevada Wolf Pack Looks to Rebound in 2024

The Troy Trojans had a successful 2023 season with an 11-3 overall record and a 7-1 mark in the Sun Belt Conference (West Division). They excelled on both offense, scoring 415 points (29.6 per game), and defense, holding opponents to only 240 points (17.1 per game), establishing themselves as a top team in the Sun Belt. Their strong performance in 2023 positions them well for a promising 2024 season.

On the other hand, the Nevada Wolf Pack faced challenges in the 2023 season, finishing with a 2-10 record in the Mountain West Conference. Despite their offensive struggles, they showed improvement in their 2024 season opener, scoring 24 points. However, their defensive issues remain, as they allowed an average of 33.4 points per game in 2023. To have a successful 2024 season, the Wolf Pack will need to focus on improvements on both offense and defense.

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