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Vanderbilt Commodores Look to Extend Winning Streak Against Georgia State Panthers in Atlanta Showdown

The Vanderbilt Commodores, with a strong 2-0 start, are set to face the struggling Georgia State Panthers in an upcoming game in Atlanta. The Commodores, coming off impressive wins over Virginia Tech and Alcorn State, look to continue their winning streak. Georgia State, on the other hand, suffered a disappointing loss to Chattanooga last week. This will be the first meeting between the two schools, with Vanderbilt favored to win by 10.5 points according to current betting odds. The game is scheduled to kick off at 7 PM EST on September 14th.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Commodores -410 | Panthers +320
• Spread: Commodores -10.5 (-110) | Panthers +10.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 46 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Vanderbilt will win straight-up is 80%.

Vanderbilt vs Georgia State Stats

Vanderbilt Commodores

The Vanderbilt Commodores have started the 2024 season with a surprising 2-0 record, already matching their win total from last season. Head Coach Clark Lea has made significant changes to the program, bringing in 51 new players and taking on the role of defensive coordinator. Senior QB Diego Pavia, a transfer from New Mexico State, has been impressive both passing and rushing, demonstrating his dual threat abilities. The defense, ranked 17th in the nation, has been dominant, holding opponents to just 234 yards per game. The team has been efficient on offense, with a 50% 3rd down conversion rate and zero turnovers. Return man Martel Hight has been a standout performer on special teams. Despite a power ranking of 129, Vanderbilt is ranked 69th in offense and 97th in defense, scoring an average of 34.00 points per game and allowing 27.00 points per game. The Commodores are 2-0 both straight up and against the spread.

Georgia State Panthers Analysis

The Georgia State Panthers have started their season with a record of 1-1, losing to Georgia Tech in Week 1 and beating Chattanooga as 10-point favorites in Week 2. Head Coach Dell McGee is leading the team in his first year, after the previous coach left abruptly in the spring. The team has shown some strengths in the passing and rushing game, with quarterback Christian Veilleux leading the offense. However, the defense has been struggling, allowing an average of 403.5 yards and 28 points per game. Overall, the Panthers have a power ranking of 116, ranking 117th in offense and 115th in defense. In their upcoming matchup against Vanderbilt, they will need to improve on both sides of the ball to secure a win.

Vandy's Unexpected Triumph Over Virginia Tech Sets Stage for Continued Success

The unexpected triumph of Vandy over Virginia Tech in week 1 was a significant achievement for the program, given their recent history of losses and the extensive changes made during the offseason. Following their strong performance in the first two weeks, it is evident that Vandy has made considerable progress from their previous disappointing season. The addition of coaches and players from New Mexico State has had a positive impact, particularly with playmaker QB Pavia leading the team. Moving forward, it will be interesting to see how the Commodores handle being favored for the second consecutive game, this time on the road. The team will need to demonstrate improvements on both offense and defense to meet their goal of surpassing last season's win total and replicating their shutout from the previous week. In this game, it is recommended to support the Commodores as they are expected to cover the 10-point spread as the favored road team.

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