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Georgia Southern Eagles set to face off against in-state rivals Georgia State Panthers in highly anticipated matchup

In Week 5 of the college football season, the Georgia Southern Eagles will face off against in-state rivals, the Georgia State Panthers, at Center Parc Stadium on September 28th at 3:30 PM ET. The game will be aired on ESPNU and is expected to be an exciting matchup. The Eagles are looking to bounce back from a recent loss to Ole Miss, while the Panthers are on a two-game winning streak. The current betting line favors Georgia State at -3.5, with Georgia Southern opening as the underdog at +1. Stay tuned for a competitive game with a lot on the line.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Eagles +145 | Panthers -165
• Spread: Eagles +3.5 (-110) | Panthers -3.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 58.25 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Georgia Southern will win straight-up is 59%.

Georgia Southern vs Georgia State Stats

Georgia Southern Eagles

The Georgia Southern Eagles are looking to bounce back after a tough loss to Ole Miss. Quarterback JC French has had a strong start to the season, leading the offense with 885 yards, six touchdowns, and one interception. The passing game has been the team's saving grace, averaging 233.2 yards per game. Defensively, the Eagles have struggled, allowing 518.5 total yards and 34.8 points per game. With a power ranking of 104, Georgia Southern is ranked 35th in offense and 104th in defense. Despite their challenges, there are no injuries to report on the team.

Georgia State Panthers Analysis

The Georgia State Panthers have been performing well this season, with starting quarterback Christian Veilleux impressing with his passing accuracy and touchdowns. Offensively, the team is averaging 392.3 yards per game, with the passing game contributing significantly despite injuries. However, the defense needs to improve, currently allowing an average of 395.7 total yards and 29.3 points per game. Injuries to players such as Ja’Cyias Credle and Ahmon Green may impact the team’s performance. The Panthers have a power ranking of 109 and are ranked #97 for offense and #106 for defense. In their last 3 matchups against Georgia Southern, they went 2-1.

Georgia State Panthers poised to continue dominance over Eagles in upcoming matchup

The Georgia State Panthers currently lead the series with a 6-4 record, making them the stronger team in this matchup. The additional week of preparation for this game will undoubtedly benefit the Panthers. Their recent loss to Ole Miss may have a significant impact on their season, as they were thoroughly outplayed throughout the entire game. The Eagles have struggled to defend against the run, posing a challenge for them to address in the upcoming week. Historically, the favorite has covered the spread in each of the last six games between these two teams. Therefore, it is advisable to place your bet on the Panthers to cover the spread, even with the slight disadvantage in this particular game.

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