South Alabama Jaguars (6-6) vs. Western Michigan Broncos (6-6)
South Alabama Jaguars vs. Western Michigan Broncos December 14 2024 – With the 2024 NCAAF Salute to Veterans Bowl on the horizon, excitement mounts as both the South Alabama Jaguars and The Western Michigan Broncos seek to end their campaigns on a high note. It’s decently a nail biting affair, as both the teams finished the regular schedule with a 6-6 win loss ratio. The stage is set for the Cramton Bowl to host this postseason showdown that promises to thrill.
South Alabama Jaguars vs. Western Michigan Broncos December 14 2024 Game Info
| When: | Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 9:00 PM ET |
| Where: | Cramton Bowl |
| TV: | ESPN |
| Stream: | Sofascore |
South Alabama Jaguars vs. Western Michigan Broncos Betting Odds
| Team | Moneyline | Spread | Total |
| South Alabama | -300 | -8 (-110) | Over 58.5 (-120) |
| Western Michigan | +250 | +8 (-110) | Under 58.5 (+100) |
With regard to the betting spread, South Alabama comes in as the favorite with a spread of -8. That means, South Alabama is expected to win against Western Michigan with 8 points or more. The total set at 58.5 is expected to come closer to being averaged in this match, however, considering the trend of the last few matches of Jacksonville it is more likely to move towards the UNDER side of the spectrum.
Bishop Davenport (QB) vs. Hayden Wolff (QB)
Bishop Davenport has had an average season with South Alabama, having completed 60 percent of his passes for a passer rating of 117.2 while facing losses from sack yards totaling to 30; however, given that he had a clean game without any interception, he has the potential to turn big plays and deliver in high-pressure scenarios This said however, the specific nature of his yardage and touchdowns suggest that the team could be stronger in the time of offense since the time of possession and the control of the ball may be pivoted to the run game.
Western Michigan, on the other hand, had an exciting season with Hayden Wolff under their roster, who made a monolithic 2200 passing yards with 17 touchdowns and 7 interceptions. Furthermore, his higher completion percentage and yards per attempt signify that he is adept at able to go deep, which can be instrumental in getting through the Jaguars’ defense. Wolff was sacked 21 times last season, a fact that may become highly important as it means he has been subdued under pressure, which in turn makes sponsored movement important in the upcoming seasons.
Jaguars’ Stride and Struggle
The South Alabama program’s course has sometimes been effective while the team has suffered. In the last five encounters, the team has been tricky for players such as Fluff Bothwell and Jamaal Pritchett to shine. ‘Bothwell rushes for 832 yards and 13 touchdowns, while Pritchett has received over 1,100 yards.’ Their performance will be crucial as the Jaguars aim to control the clock and, therefore, keep Wolff as inactive as possible. However, South Alabama recently lost to Texas State and Georgia Southern, highlighting their defensive struggles that need addressing.
Broncos’ Charge Forward
Western Michigan’s progression in reaching the bowl game is composed of a combination of decent results and underachievement. As for Nixon, he seems to have done well with rushing yards as he accumulated 874 yards and has 12 touchdowns. In order to overcome the plans of the Jaguars, it is necessary to use the offensive resources of the team and keep up the record of scoring on Saturdays.
South Alabama Jaguars Betting Trends
Despite their balanced record, South Alabama’s tendency to go UNDER in recent games could hint at a defensive strategy in the bowl game. Their 4-2 SU record in the last six games shows potential, but a 1-4 SU record in December games in previous seasons suggests potential struggles in late-season bowls.
Western Michigan Broncos Betting Trends
Western Michigan shows a contrasting trend with their OVER outcomes, especially in games played on Saturdays. Their record against Sun Belt teams (4-1 SU) indicates their capability to handle teams from South Alabama’s conference effectively.
South Alabama Jaguars vs. Western Michigan Broncos Betting Previews
Considering the statistical information and also the last performances, South Alabama should look to be able to establish the running game, which might render the -8 spread no easy but a realizable target. The total could lean towards the UNDER due to both the significance of the match and the natural conservatism of a bowl game’s play-calling.
For the bettors, it might be interesting to bet on the Jaguars’ covering of the spread, But the wiser money would be on the UNDER for a close contest without high scores, which focuses more on the defense rather than on free-scoring. Props on shots for some touchdowns by Bothwell may also be useful bets, as he has proved quite tough to stop from scoring in the current season.
Score Prediction: South Alabama Jaguars 27, Western Michigan Broncos 20.
