Georgia Southern Eagles vs
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Georgia Southern Eagles Look to Soar Over Nevada Wolf Pack in Week 2 Matchup

In Week 2 of the college football season, the Georgia Southern Eagles (0-1) will face off against the Nevada Wolf Pack (1-1) in a non-conference matchup at MacKay Stadium on September 7th at 7:00 PM ET. The game will be broadcast on truTV and Max, providing further insight into both teams as they progress through the 2024 season. The Eagles are looking to bounce back from a 56-45 loss to Boise State, while the Wolf Pack are coming off a 28-26 victory over Troy. Georgia Southern is the betting favorite with an opening line of -2, now standing at -1.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Eagles -115 | Wolfpack -105
• Spread: Eagles -1 (-110) | Wolfpack +1 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 59 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Georgia Southern will win straight-up is 53%.

Georgia Southern vs Nevada Stats

Georgia Southern Eagles

The Georgia Southern Eagles are preparing to bounce back offensively in their upcoming game against the Boise State Broncos following a 56-45 home loss. Quarterback JC French had a solid performance, throwing for 322 yards and two touchdowns. The offense put up a total of 461 yards (322 passing, 139 rushing) with a strong rushing average of 4.0 yards per carry. On the defensive side, they struggled, allowing 651 total yards and 10.6 yards per carry on the ground. The Eagles will need to focus on improving their defense to prevent giving up high scores like in their first game. With a power ranking of 89, Georgia Southern currently sits at 0-1 for the season.

Nevada Wolfpack Analysis

The Nevada Wolf Pack are currently 1-1 on the year after a road win over the Troy Trojans. Quarterback Brendon Lewis had a solid performance, throwing for 158 yards and two touchdowns. The team excelled on third down conversions and averaged 6.3 rushing yards per attempt. However, their defense struggled, allowing 26 points and 391 total yards. They will need to improve defensively to secure more wins. The Wolf Pack are ranked 108th overall and are #31 for offense, averaging 24.00 points per game, and #35 for defense, giving up an average of 29.00 points per game. Their upcoming opponent, Georgia Southern, has not fared well against Nevada in their last three matchups.

Georgia Southern Eagles Favored to Defeat Nevada Wolf Pack in Upcoming Matchup

The Georgia Southern Eagles have historically proven to be dominant against the Nevada Wolf Pack, winning both of their previous matchups. JC French, a standout player for the Eagles, has showcased his skills in both passing and rushing, scoring three touchdowns in the team's opening game. Conversely, the Nevada Wolf Pack has struggled in September, losing each of their last eight games played during this month. With the Boise State Broncos' impressive offensive capabilities, it is expected that they will outperform the Nevada Wolf Pack. Therefore, it is recommended to support the Georgia Southern Eagles for a road victory in this upcoming game.

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