Georgia Southern Eagles (8-4) vs. Sam Houston Bearkats (9-3)
Georgia Southern Eagles vs. Sam Houston Bearkats December 19 2024 – The Eagles of Georgia Southern state will tackle the Sam Houston Bearkats in one of the most entertaining matches of the New Orleans Bowl series. Both teams have strong seasons, with the aim to strengthen their positions, the Eagles are targeting this match in particular after various impressive performances throughout the season. At the same time,the Bearkats are coming off an impressive 9-3 season, and beating tough teams was not a problem for their tough unit. The match is anticipated to be a thrilling clash at the Caesars Superdome, with ESPN2 showing the game. Football fans from all around the region are certain to witness the thrill of a climax.
Georgia Southern Eagles vs. Sam Houston Bearkats December 19 2024 Game Info
| When: | Thursday, December 19, 2024, at 7:00 PM ET |
| Where: | Caesars Superdome |
| TV: | ESPN2 |
| Stream: | Sofascore |
Georgia Southern Eagles vs. Sam Houston Bearkats Betting Odds
| Team | Moneyline | Spread | Total |
| Georgia Southern | -215 | -6 | 48.5 Over -110 |
| Sam Houston | +180 | +6 | 48.5 Under -110 |
Georgia Southern is projected as a six-point favorite and this seems to be a good bet for them going by their recent results and defense. The Bearkats, though, are known to cause upsets, and especially when they are the underdogs. The total is set at 48.5 and given how both teams tend to scrape through the games, it is a difficult situation for the bettors because do not expect both teams to win by a large score. Both teams’ recent trends certainly make the UNDER an appealing option.
JC French QB vs. Hunter Watson QB
This season, JC French, has played a vital role for Georgia Southern’s team as the quarterback. He has completed 249 of 377 passes for 2,619 yards, which shows that he is both calm and accurate. He scored 16 touchdowns, which indicates that he is capable of controlling a game, but seven interceptions also mark him with some mistakes. French is poised under pressure and that will be key when the Eagles go up against Sam Houston who are very defensive-minded.
Hunter Watson is the Bearkats’ leader in both touchdown passes and passing yards, with 152 touchdowns and 1,598 yards, respectively. He has completed 11 touchdown passes, but the fact that he has eight interceptions shows that he still makes bad decisions under pressure. Watson’s passer rating wasn’t that impressive at 121.2, but was still decent. With a hard-working Eagles secondary, he has to improve his game if Sam Houston is going to have a chance.
Georgia Southern’s Balanced Attack
The Eagles have not disappointed and continued their winning run in the last five matches by clinching three wins. They defeated the Appalachian state by a strong score line of 29-20. Running back Jalen White has been productive for the team, having 654 yards with 12 rushing touchdowns. In addition to this, wide receiver Derwin Burgess Jr. adds to the offense with 603 receiving yards and adds three touchdowns to his title. Georgia southern bears, although lost to Troy, appear very strong with their equilibrium in both defense and offensive approaches.
Sam Houston’s Defensive Resilience
Sam Houston has put a lot of faith in their defense and this was shown during their recent 20-18 victory against Liberty. Running back Jay Ducker has also loaded the offense on his back as he has managed to rush for 719 yards and seven touchdowns. Wide receiver Simeon Evans is also dependable with five touchdown catches. However, the Bearkats need to boost their offensive much more if they hope to give the Eagles a fight.
Georgia Southern Betting Trends
Georgia Southern is 8-3-1 ATS in their last 12 games and excels in December, going UNDER in six of their last eight games during this month. Their recent form and defensive strength make them a reliable pick to cover the spread.
Sam Houston Betting Trends
The Bearkats have struggled ATS, going 1-5 in their last six games. However, they have a perfect record on the UNDER in their last six games. Their success as underdogs could provide value for those seeking a surprise cover.
Georgia Southern Eagles vs. Sam Houston Bearkats Betting Previews
While it is a battle between the offense of the Eagles and the defense of the Bearkats, it goes without saying that Georgia Southern’s balanced offense will be up against a stout defense of Sam Houston. The Eagles are likely going to dictate the flow of the game, and the Bearkats are going to be relying on Hunter Watson’s spell to keep pace. Betting on the Georgia Southern wash also rings a bell for covering the spread while, ideally, they are considering the UNDER.
A prop bet option will be Jalen White any time touchdown scorer and Georgia Southern with great ball control skills. The UNDER at 48.5 remains as one of the best bets because of the trends shown by both teams.
Score Prediction: Georgia Southern Eagles 27, Sam Houston Bearkats 17.
