On Saturday, the Georgia Southern Eagles will take on the Ohio Bobcats in the Myrtle Beach Bowl. The Eagles come into the game with a 6-6 record The Eagles lost their final four games of the season, including getting blown out on the road at Appalachian State to finish the season.
Georgia Southern vs. Ohio Picks
- ML: Ohio Bobcats (+155)
For the Ohio Bobcats, they are 9-3 on the season. The Bobcats finished second in the MAC-East. Ohio won their final game of the regular season on the road at Akron. Let’s get to our Georgia Southern vs Ohio betting analysis:
Georgia Southern Eagles vs. Ohio Bobcats Odds
Georgia Southern Eagles vs. Ohio Bobcats Information
Before our College Football Picks, take a look at some information on both teams:
Georgia Southern Eagles vs Ohio Bobcats
Location of the game: Brooks Stadium; Conway, SC
Date & Time: Saturday December 16th, 2023; 10:00am CST
How to Watch: ESPN
Georgia Southern Eagles vs. Ohio Bobcats Recent Scores
Georgia Southern Eagles Last 5
- Thursday, October 26th, 2023: 44-27 win over Georgia State Panthers
- Saturday, November 4th, 2023: 45-24 loss at Texas State Bobcats
- Saturday, November 11th, 2023: 38-33 loss at Marshall Thundering Herd
- Saturday, November 18th, 2023: 20-17 loss at Old Dominion Monarchs
- Saturday, November 25th, 2023: 55-27 loss at Appalachian State Mountaineers
Ohio Bobcats Last 5
- Saturday, October 21st, 2023: 20-17 win over Western Michigan Broncos
- Saturday. October 28th, 2023: 30-16 loss vs. Miami OH Redhawks
- Tuesday, November 7th, 2023: 20-10 win at Buffalo Bulls
- Wednesday, November 15th, 2023: 23-20 win over Central Michigan Chippewas
- Friday, November 24th, 2023: 25-14 win at Akron Zips
Georgia Southern Eagles vs. Ohio Bobcats Betting Analysis
The latest NCAAF odds for our Georgia Southern vs Ohio betting analysis:
- Spread: Georgia Southern Eagles -3.5, Ohio Bobcats +3.5
- Total: 48.5
- Moneyline: Georgia Southern Eagles -185, Ohio Bobcats +155
Georgia Southern Eagles vs. Ohio Bobcats Betting Preview
Defensive Woes: Analyzing Georgia Southern’s Four Recent Losses
The Georgia Southern Eagles are in the middle of a big time struggle. The Eagles started the season with 6 wins in their first 8 games. Then, the wheels came off. Losses to Texas State, Marshall, Old Dominion and Appalachian State has them desperate to finish with a bang.
In those four losses, the Eagles allowed 158 total points in those games. On the season, the defense allowed teams to score 29.6 points per game. On the offensive side, they scored 30.8 points per game. Their offense was anchored by their ability to pass the football. Davis Brin, the quarterback, helped throw for nearly 300 yards per game.
Brin threw 22 touchdown passes, with Khaleb Hood leading the way with 5 on the season. The run game was guided by Jalen White. White rushed 159 times for 891 yards and 9 touchdowns on the season. Georgia Southern is 3-2 in school history in bowl games. They lost 23-21 to Buffalo at the Camellia Bowl last season.
Ohio Bobcats: Ending the Season on a High Note with Three Consecutive Wins
The Ohio Bobcats are coming into this game feeling good. The Bobcats won their final three games, allowing just 14.6 points per game during those games. The defense was strong all season for the Bobcats, as they rank 5th in the country, allowing 15.4 points per game.
On the offensive side is where the struggles have come in. The Bobcats only scored 22.9 points per game. The run game was anchored by Sieh Bangura, with 178 carries, 811 yards and 7 touchdowns. In the season finale, Bangura rushed for 121 yards and a touchdown in the win over Akron.
Miles Cross was the top target in the pass game with 47 receptions, 617 yards and 5 touchdowns. Quarterback Kurtis Rourke comes in with 2,207 yards and 11 touchdowns on the season. Ohio is 6-8 in school history in bowl games. They have won their last four, including a 30-27 win over Wyoming last season.
Georgia Southern Eagles vs. Ohio Bobcats Betting Prediction
This should be an interesting game, between two hungry teams. Georgia Southern is struggling big time, and Ohio will want to take advantage of that and keep them down. Look for the defense of Ohio to be the difference maker here. They will play good defense, and keep the ball on the ground. Look for the Ohio Bobcats to win this game straight up. We are taking the Ohio Bobcats +155 over the Georgia Southern Eagles. That’s our Georgia Southern vs Ohio betting analysis!
- Pick: Ohio Bobcats ML (+155).
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