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The Mississippi State Bulldogs (2-1) will battle the Bowling Green Falcons (1-2) at Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field in Starkville, Mississippi.
Mississippi State vs. Bowling Green Odds
Point Spread
The spread for this matchup is set at 31 points, with sportsbooks listing Mississippi State as the favorites.
Moneyline
As for the moneyline, Mississippi State has -10000 odds to pick up the win, while Bowling Green is listed at +2400 to claim victory.
Over/Under
Finally, the over/under for the game is set at 52.5 points.
Game Info
How to Watch Mississippi State vs. Bowling Green Live?
- Game Day: Saturday, September 24, 2022
- Game Time: 12:00 PM ET
- TV Channel: SEC Network
- Location: Starkville, Mississippi
- Stadium: Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field
Betting Preview
Mississippi State
Mississippi State is averaging 420.7 yards per game on offense, which ranks 67th in the FBS. On the other side of the ball, the Bulldogs rank 50th, surrendering 342.0 yards per game. Mississippi State ranks 56th in scoring offense (34.7 points per game) and 62nd in scoring defense (23.7 points allowed per game) this season. Mississippi State owns the 70th-ranked defense this year in terms of passing yards (217.0 allowed per game), and has been better offensively, ranking 12th-best with 328.0 passing yards per game. While Mississippi State’s run defense ranks 55th with 125.0 rushing yards allowed per game, the offense has been worse, ranking 15th-worst (92.7 rushing yards per game). Mississippi State is putting up a 48.7% third-down conversion rate offensively this season (34th in the FBS), and is surrendering a 31.7% third-down percentage (42nd) on the other side of the ball. With five forced turnovers (48th in the FBS) against seven turnovers committed (103rd in the FBS), Mississippi State’s -2-2 turnover margin ranks 100th in college football.
Bowling Green
Bowling Green’s defense has been a bottom-25 unit in total defense this season, ceding 538.3 total yards per game, which ranks second-worst. Offensively, it ranks 104th with 323.3 total yards per contest. Bowling Green’s defense has been a bottom-25 unit in scoring defense this season, surrendering 45.0 points per game, which ranks fourth-worst in the FBS. On the offensive side of the ball, it ranks 52nd with 36.0 points per contest. Bowling Green ranks 82nd in passing yards per game (236.0), but it has been less effective defensively, ranking second-worst in the FBS with 345.7 passing yards surrendered per contest. In terms of rushing, this season has been rough for Bowling Green on both offense and defense, as it is compiling only 87.3 rushing yards per game (13th-worst) and allowing 192.7 rushing yards per game (22nd-worst). Bowling Green has been struggling on third down, ranking ninth-worst with a 53.8% third-down conversion percentage allowed per game. It has been better on the other side of the ball, posting a 35.2% third-down rate (95th-ranked). Bowling Green has a top-25 turnover margin this season, ranking 10th-best at +5.
Mississippi State vs. Bowling Green Betting Analysis
Mississippi State Betting Insights
Mississippi State has covered the spread two times over three games with a set spread. Games involving Mississippi State have hit the over once this season. The Bulldogs have a 2-1 record in games they were listed as the moneyline favorite (winning 66.7% of those games). The Bulldogs have not yet played as a moneyline favorite of -10000 or shorter.
Falcons Betting Insights
Bowling Green has covered the spread one time this season (1-2-0). Every game involving Bowling Green has hit the over so far this year. The Falcons have split the two games they’ve played as underdogs this season. The Falcons have not entered a game this season with longer moneyline odds than +2400.
Mississippi State vs. Bowling Green Against The Spread & Betting Records
Mississippi State
| Overall | Home | Away | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Point Total AVG | 56.3 | 58.0 | 55.5 |
| Implied Total AVG | 33.7 | 38.0 | 31.5 |
| ATS Record | 2-1-0 | 1-0-0 | 1-1-0 |
| Over/Under Record | 1-2-0 | 1-0-0 | 0-2-0 |
| Moneyline Favorite Record | 2-1 | 1-0 | 1-1 |
| Moneyline Underdog Record | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 |
Falcons
| Overall | Home | Away | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Point Total AVG | 53.8 | 52.5 | 56.5 |
| Implied Total AVG | 35.0 | 32.5 | 40.0 |
| ATS Record | 1-2-0 | 1-1-0 | 0-1-0 |
| Over/Under Record | 3-0-0 | 2-0-0 | 1-0-0 |
| Moneyline Favorite Record | 0-1 | 0-1 | 0-0 |
| Moneyline Underdog Record | 1-1 | 1-0 | 0-1 |
Players to Watch
Mississippi State
- Nathaniel Watson has helped spur the Bulldogs’ defense with 19 tackles, 2.0 TFL, one sack, and one interception in three games.
- The Bulldogs’ defensive unit has been aided by the contributions of Jett Johnson, who has suited up for three games and recorded 1.0 TFL and 25 tackles.
- Tyrus Wheat has played three games, compiling 13 tackles, 1.0 TFL, and one sack for the Bulldogs.
- A significant piece of the Bulldogs’ defense, Nathan Pickering has eight tackles, 2.0 TFL, and two sacks in three games.
Falcons
- JB Brown has recorded eight tackles, 1.0 TFL, and one sack in three games for the Falcons.
- In three games for the Falcons, Karl Brooks has delivered four tackles, 3.0 TFL, and two sacks.
- Demetrius Hardamon has been wreaking havoc on defense, recording 2.0 sacks to go with 3.0 TFL and three tackles for the Falcons.
- Brock Horne has totaled 1.0 sack to go with 1.0 TFL and eight tackles in three games for the Falcons.
Mississippi State vs. Bowling Green Predictions and Pick
Mississippi State vs. Bowling Green betting card
- Pick ATS:
Falcons (+31)
Pick OU:
Over (52.5)
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Our pick to win this game is Mississippi State, and we expect that Bowling Green will cover the spread (Mississippi State -31). Finally, we see the scoring in this one going over the posted total of 52.5 points.