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Blue Raiders Looking to Upset Rams in Conference Clash on Saturday

Game time: September 23, 2023 at 7:00 PM ET

Venue: Johnny "Red" Floyd Stadium — Murfreesboro, TN

Article updated Sep 17, 6:36 PM EDT

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

5 in their battle against the Colorado State Rams. The Rams enter at 0-2 while the Blue Raiders stand at 1-2 in the preceding match-up from their conference earlier last

Game outlook

5 in their battle against the Colorado State Rams. The Rams enter at 0-2 while the Blue Raiders stand at 1-2 in the preceding match-up from their conference earlier last season, resulting in Middle Tenn. St.'s win with the final score of 34-19. The game will take place Saturday, September 21st at 7:30 pm ET in Johnny Floyd Stadium.

Game Info

When: Saturday, 9/23/2023 @ 7:00pm EST

Where: Johnny (Red) Floyd Stadium Stadium Rams vs Blue Raiders Betting Odds Moneyline: Rams +130 | Blue Raiders -150

Spread: Rams +3 (-110) | Blue Raiders -3 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 52 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Middle Tenn. St. will win straight-up is 60%.

Colorado State Rams

The Colorado State Rams lost to Colorado 43-35 in double overtime in a thrilling and controversial game of offense. Quarterback Brayden Fowler-Nicolosi was 34 for 47 for 3 TDs and 3 INTs with 347 yards. Receivers Tory Horton, Louis Brown, and Dallin Holker each had over 100 yards and a TD, with Holker having 2 TDs. The Rams average 71.5 rushing yards and 358.5 passing yards per game, giving up 407 passing yards and 80 rushing yards per game. Backup quarterback Clay Millen and running back Keegan Holles are listed as questionable. Colorado State is ranked 71 in offense, 130 in defense and is 0-2 this season.

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Middle Tenn. St. Blue Raiders Analysis

Current Record: 1-2 (1-2 ATS) Power Ranking: 79 Offense Ranking: #109 (averaging 20.33 points per game) Defense Ranking: #110 (giving up an average of 31.00 points per game) Recent Matchups: Colorado State went 1-0 (1-0 ATS) in their last 3 matchups against Middle Tenn. St.

Rams Ready to Take on Middle Tennessee with High-Powered Passing Attack

The Rams have had an emotional game last Saturday against the 19th ranked Colorado Buffaloes and are expected to come out fired up for their upcoming game. Colorado State is ranked 5th in the nation for passing yards, so Middle Tennessee may struggle to contain its high powered passing attack. This could be an offensive-driven game with both teams fighting for the win.Colorado State is likely to come out victorious and thus, it's advisable to take the points.

Written by Mtgoldstein Published on 09/21/2023 Category: NCAAF Picks

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SportsJaw Rams vs Blue Raiders archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Rams vs Blue Raiders matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Colorado State Rams+111 → +155Moved
  • Moneyline · Middle Tenn. St. Blue Raiders-133 → -180Moved
  • Spread · Colorado State Rams+2.25 (-110) → +3.5 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · Middle Tenn. St. Blue Raiders-2.25 (-110) → -3.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over53.25 (-110) → 50 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under53.25 (-110) → 50 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Colorado State Rams
0-2 matchup record · 7-3-0 ATS · 3-7-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Middle Tenn. St. Blue Raiders
0-2 matchup record · 4-5-1 ATS · 6-4-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2023-09-17T22:36:36.958Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

The Colorado State Rams lost to Colorado 43-35 in double overtime in a thrilling and controversial game of offense. Quarterback Brayden Fowler-Nicolosi was 34 for 47 for 3 TDs and 3 INTs with 347 yards. Receivers Tory Horton, Louis Brown, and Dallin Holker each had over 100 yards and a TD, with Holker having 2 TDs. The Rams average 71.5 rushing yards and 358.5 passing yards per game, giving up 407 passing yards and 80 rushing yards per game. Backup quarterback Clay Millen and running back Keegan Holles are listed as questionable. Colorado State is ranked 71 in offense, 130 in defense and is 0-2 this season.

Recent head-to-head

  • 2022-09-10Middle Tenn. St. Blue Raiders 34 · Colorado State Rams 19
Final result

Matchup pick recap

Colorado State Rams defeated Middle Tenn. St. Blue Raiders 31-23

Colorado State Rams defeated Middle Tenn. St. Blue Raiders 31-23 on September 23, 2023, a 8-point decision in the series. Colorado State Rams' strongest period was the 4th quarter, when it outscored its opponent 14-6. Against SportsJaw's recorded Colorado State Rams +3.5 (-110) spread, Colorado State Rams covered, while the 54 combined points finished over the recorded total of 50.

SportsJaw editorial picks

  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

Tipster picks

  • PurplebloodTotal · Over 53.25 (-110)Win
  • HitmanhartSpread · Colorado State Rams -2.5 (-110)Win
  • Drew_WestcottTotal · Over 53 (-110)Win
  • JohnmiznerTotal · Under 53 (-110)Loss
  • GustavosintoSpread · Colorado State Rams +2.5 (-110)Win
  • MikehuffSpread · Middle Tenn. St. Blue Raiders -2.5 (-110)Loss
  • DouwannaSpread · Middle Tenn. St. Blue Raiders -4 (-110)Loss
  • CoolioSpread · Middle Tenn. St. Blue Raiders -3.5 (-110)Loss
  • CoolioTotal · Over 50.5 (-110)Win
  • OddssharkSpread · Middle Tenn. St. Blue Raiders -3.5 (-110)Loss
  • OddssharkTotal · Over 50.5 (-110)Win
  • CoversSpread · Colorado State Rams +3.5 (-110)Win
  • Amp2224Spread · Colorado State Rams +3.5 (-110)Win