Jacksonville State Gamecocks vs Louisville Cardinals Betting Pick & Prediction 9/7/24
Coming into this week two non-conference matchup, the Louisville Cardinals are favored by -27.5 points over the Jacksonville State Gamecocks. The game is set for 3:30 ET on Saturday, September 7th, at L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium in Louisville. The over/under line is at 58.5 points, and the Cardinals are looking to build on their 1-0 start to the season. The ACC Network will be televising this one.
JACKSONVILLE STATE GAMECOCKS VS LOUISVILLE CARDINALS BETTING PICK
The Pick: Jacksonville State Gamecocks +27.5
This game will be played at L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium at 3:30 ET on Saturday, September 7th.
WHY BET THE JACKSONVILLE STATE GAMECOCKS:
- We have the Louisville Cardinals winning this one by a score of 36 to 18
- Even though we like the Louisville Cardinals to win, our ATS pick is to take the Jacksonville State Gamecocks at +27.5
- We see this game finishing below the line of 58.5 points
Will The Jacksonville State Gamecocks Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs
Jacksonville State is looking to bounce back after a 55-27 loss to Coastal Carolina in their season opener. The Gamecocks, who were -3.5 point favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s 82 combined points surpassed the over/under line of 54.5 points.
Trailing 17-3 after the first quarter, Jacksonville State added a touchdown in the second quarter but still fell further behind, with Coastal Carolina leading 31-10 at halftime. The Gamecocks were shut out in the third quarter and trailed 41-10, but they outscored Coastal Carolina 17-14 in the fourth quarter.
In their 55-27 loss to Coastal Carolina, Jacksonville State’s offense put up 357 total yards. The Gamecocks managed 16 first downs and 123 rushing yards, with two of their three touchdowns coming on the ground. Through the air, they finished with 234 yards on 14 completions, with Tyler Huff leading the way. Huff completed 7 of 14 passes for 173 yards, one touchdown, and two interceptions, earning a passer rating of 79.46.
Tre Stewart was effective in the run game, averaging 15.5 yards per carry and adding a rushing touchdown. Michael Pettway was the top receiver, with one catch for 92 yards.
Jacksonville State’s defense had a tough time in their last game, giving up 555 total yards and 55 points to Coastal Carolina. The Gamecocks struggled to stop the run, allowing 297 rushing yards and three touchdowns. Coastal Carolina also had success through the air, with Jacksonville State giving up 258 passing yards and three touchdowns. Despite these numbers, the Gamecocks did manage to force one interception.
Are The Louisville Cardinals Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?
Louisville is off to a strong start this season, moving to 1-0 after a 62-0 win over Austin Peay. There were no betting lines available for this game.
The Cardinals dominated from the start, taking a 10-0 lead in the first quarter and then pouring it on in the second quarter, extending their lead to 38-0 by halftime. Louisville added 21 points in the third quarter and then cruised to a 62-0 win.
Louisville’s offense was unstoppable in their 62-0 win, racking up 571 total yards. The Cardinals picked up 23 first downs, with 293 yards and three touchdowns coming on the ground. Through the air, they added 278 yards and four scores.
Quarterback Tyler Shough completed 75% of his passes for 232 yards and four touchdowns, ending the game with a passer rating of 144.44. On the ground, Isaac Brown averaged an impressive 24.6 yards per carry, finishing with 123 yards and a touchdown. Ja’Corey Brooks led the receiving corps with seven catches for 83 yards.
Louisville’s defense was dominant in their most recent game, holding Austin Peay to just 106 total yards. The Cardinals didn’t allow a single point and gave up only 34 rushing yards on 34 attempts. In the passing game, Louisville surrendered 72 yards on 14 completions, with one interception.