Appalachian State vs Clemson Prediction, Odds & Best Prop Bets โ€“ NCAAF, Week 2

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Clemson quarterback Cade Klubnik (2) runs with the ball during an NCAA college football game against Louisiana Tech Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022, in Clemson, S.C. (AP Photo/Jacob Kupferman)
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  • Clemson is a -17.5 point favorite vs. Appalachian State
  • Appalachian State vs. Clemson Total(Over/Under): 52.5 points
  • TV Channel: ACCN

The Appalachian State Mountaineers (1-0) visit Memorial Stadium to take on the Clemson Tigers (0-1) on Sep. 7 in Clemson, SC. Kickoff is scheduled for 8:00pm EDT.

Clemson is a betting favorite in Week 2, with the spread sitting at -17.5 (-115).

The Appalachian State vs. Clemson Over/Under is 52.5 total points.

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Appalachian State vs. Clemson Odds, Spread, Over/Under:

SpreadTotal (O/U)Moneyline
Appalachian State+17.5 -10552.5 -105+625
Clemson -17.5 -11552.5 -115-1000

Appalachian State vs Clemson Prediction:

The winning team model predicts Clemson will win this game with 88.0% confidence, based on game simulations, offensive & defensive matchups and recent game results.

Appalachian State vs Clemson Spread Prediction:

Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the model predicts Clemson will cover the spread with 59.5% confidence.

Both predictions factor in up-to-date player injuries for both Appalachian State and Clemson and key player performances this season.


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          Appalachian State Against the Spread (ATS) Record

          Appalachian State is 0-1 against the spread this college football season (-1.1 Units / -100% ROI).

          • Appalachian State is 0-1 when betting the Over for -1.1 Units / -100% ROI
          • Appalachian State is 1-0 when betting the Under for +1 Units / 90.91% ROI

          Clemson Against the Spread (ATS) Record

          Clemson is 0-1 against the spread this college football season (-1.1 Units / -100% ROI).

          • Clemson is 0-1 when betting on the Moneyline for -1 Units / -100% ROI
          • Clemson is 0-1 when betting the Over for -1.1 Units / -100% ROI
          • Clemson is 1-0 when betting the Under for +1 Units / 90.91% ROI

          Appalachian State: Keys to the Game vs. Clemson

          Appalachian State was 8-4 (.571) when passing for more than 200 yards in the 2023 season– T-11th-best among Non-Power Conference Teams; Average: .413

          Appalachian State was 6-1 (.857) when intercepting at least 1 pass in the 2023 season– T-11th-best among Non-Power Conference Teams; Average: .630

          Appalachian State was 3-3 (.500) when sacking the QB less than 3 times in the 2023 season– T-35th-best in FBS; Average: .391

          Appalachian State was 8-3 (.615) when making 7 or more explosive plays in the 2023 season– 12th-best among Non-Power Conference Teams; Average: .466

          Clemson: Keys to the Game vs. Appalachian State

          Clemson is 14-2 (.875) when intercepting at least 1 pass since the 2022 season– T-14th-best in FBS; Average: .632

          Clemson is 17-6 (.708) when rushing more than 30 times since the 2022 season– 20th-best in FBS; Average: .529

          Clemson is 10-5 (.667) when the opposing team rushes more than 30 times since the 2022 season– 10th-best among Power Conference Teams; Average: .408

          Clemson is 7-6 (.538) when sacking the QB less than 3 times since the 2022 season– T-31st-best in FBS; Average: .395

          Matchup Notes for Appalachian State vs. Clemson

          Clemson’s TEs gained 540 yards on 55 receptions (just 9.8 YPR) last season — 3rd-worst among ACC TEs. Appalachian State’s defense allowed just 10.7 Yards Per Reception last season — T-18th-best among FBS defenses.

          Clemson’s TEs had 55 receptions in 12 games (4.6 per game) last season — 3rd-best among ACC TEs. Appalachian State’s defense allowed just 2.0 receptions per game to TEs last season — T-8th-best among FBS defenses.

          Clemson’s TEs gained 540 yards on 55 receptions (just 9.8 YPR) last season — 3rd-worst among ACC TEs. Appalachian State’s defense allowed just 9.5 Yards Per Reception to TEs last season — T-23rd-best among FBS defenses.

          Appalachian State’s offense threw for 3,436 passing yards in 13 games (264.3 YPG) last season — 34th-best among FBS offenses. Clemson’s defense allowed just 176.6 passing yards per game last season — 11th-best among FBS defenses.

          Appalachian State’s QBs threw for 3,436 passing yards in 13 games (264.3 YPG) last season — 33rd-best among FBS teams. Clemson’s defense allowed just 176.6 passing yards per game last season — 2nd-best among ACC defenses.

          Appalachian State’s QBs threw for 3,436 passing yards in 13 games (264.3 YPG) last season — 33rd-best among FBS teams. Clemson’s defense allowed just 176.6 passing yards per game last season — 11th-best among FBS defenses.

          Appalachian State Offensive Stats & Trends

          Appalachian State’s offense threw for 3,436 passing yards in 13 games (264.3 YPG) last season — 34th-best among FBS offenses. Clemson’s defense allowed just 176.6 passing yards per game last season — 11th-best among FBS defenses.

          Appalachian State’s QBs threw for 3,436 passing yards in 13 games (264.3 YPG) last season — 33rd-best among FBS teams. Clemson’s defense allowed just 176.6 passing yards per game last season — 2nd-best among ACC defenses.

          Appalachian State’s QBs threw for 3,436 passing yards in 13 games (264.3 YPG) last season — 33rd-best among FBS teams. Clemson’s defense allowed just 176.6 passing yards per game last season — 11th-best among FBS defenses.

          Appalachian State’s RBs averaged just 6.4 yards after the catch last season — T-27th-worst among FBS RBs. Clemson’s defense allowed just 10.3 RAC last season — T-best among ACC defenses.

          Appalachian State’s offense averaged 2.3 passing TDs per game last season — T-14th-best among FBS offenses. Clemson’s defense allowed just 0.9 passing TDs per game last season — T-7th-best among FBS defenses.

          Clemson Offensive Stats & Trends

          Clemson’s TEs gained 540 yards on 55 receptions (just 9.8 YPR) last season — 3rd-worst among ACC TEs. Appalachian State’s defense allowed just 10.7 Yards Per Reception last season — T-18th-best among FBS defenses.

          Clemson WRs have just one touchdown on 43 receptions in close and late situations since the 2022 season– 2nd-worst Receptions Per TD among Power Conference Teams; Average: 10.2

          Clemson’s TEs had 55 receptions in 12 games (4.6 per game) last season — 3rd-best among ACC TEs. Appalachian State’s defense allowed just 2.0 receptions per game to TEs last season — T-8th-best among FBS defenses.

          Clemson’s TEs gained 540 yards on 55 receptions (just 9.8 YPR) last season — 3rd-worst among ACC TEs. Appalachian State’s defense allowed just 9.5 Yards Per Reception to TEs last season — T-23rd-best among FBS defenses.

          Clemson gained 2,706 yards on 269 receptions (just 10.1 YPR) last season — 9th-worst among FBS skill players. Appalachian State’s defense allowed just 10.7 Yards Per Reception last season — T-18th-best among FBS defenses.

          Appalachian State Mountaineers Defensive Stats & Trends

          Appalachian State tackled opponents for a loss on 16 of 74 rushing attempts (22% TFL%) in the Red Zone in the 2023 season– 5th-best among Non-Power Conference Teams; Average: 14%.

          Appalachian State has sacked opposing QBs on 8% of pass attempts (66/802) since the 2022 season– T-27th-best in FBS; Average: 7%

          Appalachian State tackled opponents for a loss on 16 of 74 rushing attempts (22% TFL%) in the Red Zone in the 2023 season– 12th-best in FBS; Average: 15%.

          Appalachian State has tackled opponents for a loss on 26 of 140 rushing attempts (19% TFL%) in the Red Zone since the 2022 season– T-27th-best in FBS; Average: 15%.

          Appalachian State opponents has averaged 24.3 Passing Attempts per TD (802 Pass Attempts/33 Passing TDs) since the 2022 season– 34th-best in FBS; Average: 20.4

          Clemson Tigers Defensive Stats & Trends

          Clemson has tackled opponents for a loss on 190 of 866 rushing attempts (22% TFL%) since the 2022 season– 3rd-best in FBS; Average: 16%.

          Clemson allowed first downs on 23% of pass attempts in the 2023 season– best in FBS; Average: 32%

          Clemson allowed 9.2 yards from scrimmage per touch (296 yards / 32 touches) on 3rd and short in the 2023 season– 2nd-worst among Power Conference Teams; Average: 5.3

          Clemson allowed first downs on 23% of pass attempts in the 2023 season– best among Power Conference Teams; Average: 31%

          Clemson has allowed 7.1 yards from scrimmage per touch (511 yards / 72 touches) on 3rd and short since the 2022 season– T-worst among Power Conference Teams; Average: 5.0


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