Conference-USA Showdown: Jacksonville State Set for Fourth Win Against Sam Houston State Bearkats

Game outlook

On Thursday night, the visiting Jacksonville State Gamecocks (3-1, 1-0 C-USA) and Sam Houston State Bearkats (0-3, 0-0 CUSA) will face off in an exciting Conference-USA showdown at Elliot T. Bowers Stadium in Huntsville, Texas. Jacksonville State seeks their fourth win of the season following a 21-0 victory over Eastern Michigan Eagles, while Sam Houston State looks for their first win of the season after falling to Houston 38-7. Several players will be absent, including PJ Wells and Ron Wiggins for Jacksonville St., and Zach Hrbacek and QuaVez Humphreys for Sam Houston State.

Game Info

When: Thursday, 9/28/2023 @ 8:00pm EST

Where: Elliot T. Bowers Stadium Stadium Gamecocks vs Bearkats Betting Odds Moneyline: Gamecocks -248 | Bearkats +205

Spread: Gamecocks -6.5 (-110) | Bearkats +6.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 36.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Jacksonville St. will win straight-up is 71%.

Jacksonville St. Gamecocks

Jacksonville State has opened its season with 3 victories in its first 4 games thanks to an impressive and ranked 11th defense in the nation, allowing 11.8 points per game. The defense is ranked 21st in passing, allowing 172.0 yards per game, and 37th in rushing 107.8 yards per game. Offensively, Jacksonville State are scoring an average of 25.8 points and are ranked 85th in the nation. The Gamecocks have an 8th ranked ground game as they average 231.5 yards per game, and a 129th ranked passing attack putting out 123.5 yards per game. Quarterback Logan Smothers has 277 yards passing and 2 touchdowns, while Malik Jackson has 376 yards and 2 touchdowns on the ground. The leading receiver is Quinton Lane with 140 yards and 1 touchdown. Jacksonville State is ranked in offense, # in defense, and are 3-1 (3-1 ATS) this season.