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The Troy Trojans (6-2) have a Sun Belt matchup versus the Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns (4-4).
Troy vs. Louisiana Odds
Point Spread
The spread for this matchup is set at 3.5 points, with sportsbooks listing Troy as the favorites.
Moneyline
As for the moneyline, Troy has -169 odds to pick up the win, while Louisiana is listed at +138 to claim victory.
Over/Under
Finally, the total for the game is set at 43 points.
Game Info
How to Watch Troy vs. Louisiana Live?
- Game Day: Saturday, November 5, 2022
- Game Time: 5:00 PM ET
- TV Channel: ESPN+
- Location: Lafayette, Louisiana
- Stadium: Cajun Field
Betting Preview
Troy
Troy ranks 77th in total offense this year (384.1 yards per game), but has been shining on the other side of the ball, ranking 23rd-best in the FBS with 384.1 yards allowed per game. Troy owns the 105th-ranked offense this season (22.5 points per game), and has been more effective on the other side of the ball, ranking 16th-best with just 17.6 points allowed per game. Troy has the 60th-ranked defense this year in terms of passing yards (227.1 allowed per game), and has been more effective offensively, ranking 22nd-best with 290.9 passing yards per game. Troy sports the 14th-best run defense this season (102.0 rushing yards allowed per game), but ranks 12th-worst on offense (93.3 rushing yards per game). Troy has been a bottom-25 offense on third down this season, ranking 21st-worst with a 33.0% third-down conversion rate. On the defensive side of the ball, the Trojans rank 101st in the FBS (42.7% third-down conversion rate allowed). Troy has the 100th-ranked turnover margin in college football at -1, forcing 13 turnovers (45th in the FBS) while turning it over 14 times (91st in the FBS).
Louisiana
With 366.8 total yards per game on offense, Louisiana ranks 86th in the FBS in 2022. On defense, it ranks 33rd, giving up 342.6 total yards per game. With 26.6 points per game on the offensive side of the ball, Louisiana ranks 83rd in the FBS. Defensively, it ranks 30th, allowing 21.5 points per game. From an offensive perspective, Louisiana is accumulating 241.3 passing yards per contest (67th-ranked). It ranks 48th in the FBS defensively (215.9 passing yards given up per game). Louisiana ranks 99th in the FBS with 125.5 rushing yards per contest on offense, and it ranks 43rd with 126.8 rushing yards surrendered per game on the defensive side of the ball. With a 40.8% third-down conversion percentage on offense, Louisiana ranks 57th in the FBS. Defensively, it ranks 75th, giving up a 39.5% third-down rate. Louisiana has excelled in terms of turnovers, as the team’s turnover margin of +7 ranks 14th-best in the FBS, with 19 forced turnovers (sixth in the nation) and 12 turnovers committed (69th in the nation).
Troy vs. Louisiana Betting Analysis
Troy Betting Insights
Troy is 6-2-0 against the spread this season. Troy has 1-2 ATS when playing as at least 3.5-point favorites. This season, Troy games have hit the over three times. The Trojans have been the moneyline favorite only two other times so far this season, and they won both of the games. The Trojans have played as a moneyline favorite of -169 or shorter in just two games this season, and they won both.
Ragin’ Cajuns Betting Insights
Louisiana have compiled a 5-3-0 record against the spread this year. Louisiana has a perfect 2-0 ATS record when playing as at least 3.5-point underdogs. Louisiana’s games have finished with a final combined score above the over/under four times this year. The Ragin’ Cajuns have split the two games they’ve played as underdogs this season. The Ragin’ Cajuns have a record of 1-1 when they’re set as an underdog of +138 or more by bookmakers this season.
Troy vs. Louisiana Against The Spread & Betting Records
Troy
| Overall | Home | Away | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Point Total AVG | 50.9 | 49.1 | 52.8 |
| Implied Total AVG | 32.4 | 33.0 | 31.8 |
| ATS Record | 6-2-0 | 2-2-0 | 4-0-0 |
| Over/Under Record | 3-5-0 | 1-3-0 | 2-2-0 |
| Moneyline Favorite Record | 2-0 | 2-0 | 0-0 |
| Moneyline Underdog Record | 3-2 | 1-0 | 2-2 |
Ragin’ Cajuns
| Overall | Home | Away | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Point Total AVG | 50.9 | 54.0 | 47.9 |
| Implied Total AVG | 30.3 | 32.3 | 28.3 |
| ATS Record | 5-3-0 | 4-0-0 | 1-3-0 |
| Over/Under Record | 4-4-0 | 2-2-0 | 2-2-0 |
| Moneyline Favorite Record | 3-3 | 3-0 | 0-3 |
| Moneyline Underdog Record | 1-1 | 0-1 | 1-0 |
Players to Watch
Troy
- The Trojans’ defensive unit has been helped by the contributions of T.J. Jackson, who has suited up for eight games and collected 26 tackles, 8.0 TFL, and 6.5 sacks.
- As part of the Trojans’ defensive unit, Carlton Martial has compiled 0.5 sacks to go with 1.0 TFL, 46 tackles, and one interception in eight games.
- Richard Jibunor has hit the gridiron for eight games, collecting 18 tackles, 2.0 TFL, and 4.5 sacks for the Trojans.
- The Trojans’ defensive unit has been helped by the contributions of Craig Slocum, who has played eight games, posting 1.0 TFL, 35 tackles, and one interception.
Ragin’ Cajuns
- Bralen Trahan has delivered three interceptions to go with 44 tackles and three passes defended in eight games for the Ragin’ Cajuns.
- In eight games for the Ragin’ Cajuns, Zi’Yon Hill has delivered 30 tackles, 6.0 TFL, and 4.5 sacks.
- Kris Moncrief has 2.5 sacks to go with 3.0 TFL, 42 tackles, and one interception in eight games.
- With one interception to go with 27 tackles, 4.0 TFL, 4.5 sacks, and one pass defended in eight games, Andre Jones has been providing a big boost on defense for the Ragin’ Cajuns.
Troy vs. Louisiana Predictions and Pick
Troy vs. Louisiana betting card
- Pick ATS:
Trojans (-3.5)
Pick OU:
Over (43)
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Our pick to win this contest is Troy, and we predict that Troy will cover the spread (Troy -3.5). Finally, we see the scoring in this one going over the posted total of 43 points.