The Georgia Southern Eagles (2-1) face off against the Ole Miss Rebels (3-0) on Saturday, September 21st. This game will be played at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium in Oxford and televised on SECN. Both team’s come into this one having won their previous games. Kickoff is set for 7:45 ET.
Georgia Southern Eagles vs Ole Miss Rebels
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Georgia Southern Offense Breakdown
Georgia Southern’s offense was efficient in their 42-14 win, racking up 356 total yards and 21 first downs. The Eagles’ ground game was strong, with 145 rushing yards and three touchdowns. JC French led the way through the air, completing 73.9% of his passes for 211 yards and two touchdowns, resulting in a passer rating of 130.89.
OJ Arnold was effective in the rushing attack, averaging 10.5 yards per carry and finding the end zone once. Josh Dallas was the leading receiver, with one catch for 58 yards.
Ole Miss Offense Breakdown
Ole Miss’s offense was unstoppable in their 40-6 win over Wake Forest, racking up 654 total yards and 33 first downs. The Rebels’ ground game was particularly effective, gaining 277 yards and scoring three touchdowns. Henry Parrish Jr. led the way with 148 yards on 23 carries and two rushing touchdowns.
Jaxson Dart had a strong performance at quarterback, completing 76.5% of his passes for 377 yards and two touchdowns. Tre Harris was his top target, hauling in 11 receptions for 127 yards.
Georgia Southern Team Defense
Georgia Southern’s defense will be looking to improve after allowing 318 total yards to South Carolina State in their last game. The Eagles gave up 206 passing yards on 24 completions and forced one interception. On the ground, they allowed 112 yards and two rushing touchdowns.
Georgia Southern Team Defense
Ole Miss’ defense was dominant in their most recent game, holding Wake Forest to just six points and 60 rushing yards. Despite allowing 265 passing yards on 24 completions, the Rebels’ secondary came up with an interception and kept Wake Forest out of the end zone. Ole Miss’ defense allowed just 325 total yards and 21 first downs.
Georgia Southern vs Ole Miss Trends
- Through their last three road games, Georgia Southern has an ATS record of just 1-2. However, their overall record was 1-2 while averaging 22 points per game.
- Through their last ten home games, Ole Miss has an ATS record of just 4-4-2. However, their overall record was 6-4 while averaging 26 points per game.
- As the betting underdog, the Georgia Southern Eagles have an ATS mark of just 1-3-1 in their last five games. Georgia Southern posted a straight up mark of 0-5 in these matchups.
- As the betting favorite, the Ole Miss Rebels have an ATS mark of just 6-2-2 in their last ten games. Ole Miss posted a straight up mark of 10-0 in these matchups.
Eagles vs Rebels Prediction
Our combined score projection for this week four matchup between Ole Miss and Georgia Southern is 59 points, which is significantly lower than the current over/under line of 66.5 points. We recommend taking the under in this game.
Ole Miss is favored by -36.5 points, and we have them winning 48-11, making them a good bet to cover the spread as heavy home favorites.
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Last updated:September 17, 2024 Georgia Southern Eagles, Ole Miss Rebels