Jacksonville State vs E Michigan Prediction, Odds & Best Prop Bets โ€“ NCAAF, Week 3

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Eastern Michigan head coach Chris Creighton watches from the sideline during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Central Michigan, Friday, Nov. 25, 2022, in Ypsilanti, Mich. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)
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  • E Michigan is a -1.5 point favorite vs. Jacksonville State
  • Jacksonville State vs. Eastern Michigan Total(Over/Under): 52 points
  • TV Channel: ESPN+

The Jacksonville State Gamecocks (0-2) visit Rynearson Stadium to take on the Eastern Michigan Eagles (1-1) on Sep. 14 in Ypsilanti, MI. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:00pm EDT.

E Michigan is a betting favorite in Week 3, with the spread sitting at -1.5 (-115).

The Jacksonville State vs. Eastern Michigan Over/Under is 52 total points.

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Jacksonville State vs. Eastern Michigan Odds, Spread, Over/Under:

SpreadTotal (O/U)Moneyline
Jacksonville State+1.5 -10552 -110+105
Eastern Michigan -1.5 -11552 -110-125

Jacksonville State vs Eastern Michigan Prediction:

The winning team model predicts Eastern Michigan will win this game with 54.2% confidence, based on game simulations, offensive & defensive matchups and recent game results.

This winning team prediction factors in up-to-date player injuries for both Jacksonville State and E Michigan, key player performances this season and recent team trends.

Jacksonville State vs Eastern Michigan Spread Prediction:

Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the model predicts Eastern Michigan will cover the spread with 51.0% confidence.

This prediction against the spread factors in ATS performances for both teams, opening and current betting lines plus public and sharp money already wagered on this matchup.


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        Jacksonville State Against the Spread (ATS) Record

        Jacksonville State is 0-2 against the spread this college football season (-2.2 Units / -100% ROI).

        • Jacksonville State is 0-1 when betting on the Moneyline for -1.65 Units / -100% ROI
        • Jacksonville State is 2-0 when betting the Over for +2 Units / 90.91% ROI
        • Jacksonville State is 0-2 when betting the Under for -2.2 Units / -100% ROI

        Eastern Michigan Against the Spread (ATS) Record

        E Michigan is 2-0 against the spread this college football season (+2 Units / 90.91% ROI).

        • Eastern Michigan is 1-1 when betting on the Moneyline for +0.15 Units / 7.5% ROI
        • Eastern Michigan is 0-2 when betting the Over for -2.2 Units / -100% ROI
        • Eastern Michigan is 2-0 when betting the Under for +2 Units / 90.91% ROI

        Jacksonville State: Keys to the Game vs. Eastern Michigan

        Jacksonville State is 8-3 (.667) when committing less than 60 yards in penalties since the 2022 season– T-2nd-best among Non-Power Conference Teams; Average: .362

        Jacksonville State is 8-2 (.667) when committing less than 60 yards in penalties since the 2023 season– T-2nd-best among Non-Power Conference Teams; Average: .351

        Jacksonville State is 8-3 (.571) when rushing more than 30 times since the 2023 season– 13th-best among Non-Power Conference Teams; Average: .425

        Jacksonville State is 5-3 (.556) when averaging more than 5 yards on first down plays since the 2023 season– 14th-best among Non-Power Conference Teams; Average: .405

        Eastern Michigan: Keys to the Game vs. Jacksonville State

        Eastern Michigan is 5-2 (.625) when allowing less than 3 sacks since the 2023 season– 39th-best in FBS; Average: .525

        Eastern Michigan is 1-4 (.200) when the opposing team commits less than 60 yards in penalties since the 2023 season– T-18th-worst in FBS; Average: .508

        Eastern Michigan is winless (0-5) when throwing at least 1 interception since the 2023 season– T-worst among Non-Power Conference Teams; Average: .255

        Eastern Michigan is 6-1 (.750) when not throwing an interception since the 2023 season– 6th-best among Non-Power Conference Teams; Average: .489

        Matchup Notes for Jacksonville State vs. Eastern Michigan

        Eastern Michigan have just 185.0 receiving yards per game this season — 35th-worst among FBS skill players. Jacksonville State’s defense has allowed 317.5 receiving yards per game this season — 4th-worst among FBS defenses.

        Eastern Michigan’s QBs has thrown for 370 passing yards in 2 games (just 185.0 YPG) this season — 35th-worst among FBS teams. Jacksonville State’s defense has allowed 317.5 passing yards per game this season — 4th-worst among FBS defenses.

        Eastern Michigan’s offense has thrown for 370 passing yards in 2 games (just 185.0 YPG) this season — 35th-worst among FBS offenses. Jacksonville State’s defense has allowed 317.5 passing yards per game this season — 4th-worst among FBS defenses.

        Jacksonville State’s offense has thrown for 20 or more yards on just 5.5% of 55 attempts this season — 14th-worst among FBS offenses. Eastern Michigan’s defense allowed 20+ yards on 11.9% of attempts this season — T-27th-best among FBS defenses.

        Jacksonville State has 31 receptions in 2 games (just 15.5 per game) this season — T-30th-worst among FBS skill players. Eastern Michigan’s defense has allowed 22.0 receptions per game this season — 27th-worst among FBS defenses.

        Jacksonville State’s RBs have just 9.0 receiving yards per game this season — T-30th-worst among FBS RBs. Eastern Michigan’s defense has allowed 246.5 receiving yards per game this season — 33rd-worst among FBS defenses.

        Jacksonville State Offensive Stats & Trends

        Jacksonville State’s offense has thrown for 20 or more yards on just 5.5% of 55 attempts this season — 14th-worst among FBS offenses. Eastern Michigan’s defense allowed 20+ yards on 11.9% of attempts this season — T-27th-best among FBS defenses.

        Jacksonville State TEs have averaged 25.7 yards per reception (77 yards/3 catches) with 4-6 yards to go since the 2023 season– T-2nd-best among FBS Teams; Average: 10.1

        Jacksonville State TEs have caught just 2 of 7 passes (29% Reception Pct) in the 4th quarter since the 2022 season– 2nd-worst among FBS Teams; Average: 64%

        Jacksonville State Skill Players have been targeted 379 times since the 2022 season– 5th-fewest among FBS Teams

        Jacksonville State QBs have rushed for 636 yards on 1st down since the 2023 season– 2nd-most among FBS Teams

        Eastern Michigan Offensive Stats & Trends

        Eastern Michigan Skill Players have averaged a touchdown every 20.9 receptions (230 Rec/11 TDs) since the 2023 season– 8th-worst Receptions Per TD among FBS Teams; Average: 11.4

        Eastern Michigan Kickers have averaged 54.6 yards per kickoff (1,582 yards/29 kickoffs) since the 2023 season– worst among FBS Teams; Average: 61.7

        Eastern Michigan have just 185.0 receiving yards per game this season — 35th-worst among FBS skill players. Jacksonville State’s defense has allowed 317.5 receiving yards per game this season — 4th-worst among FBS defenses.

        Eastern Michigan’s QBs has thrown for 370 passing yards in 2 games (just 185.0 YPG) this season — 35th-worst among FBS teams. Jacksonville State’s defense has allowed 317.5 passing yards per game this season — 4th-worst among FBS defenses.

        Eastern Michigan’s offense has thrown for 370 passing yards in 2 games (just 185.0 YPG) this season — 35th-worst among FBS offenses. Jacksonville State’s defense has allowed 317.5 passing yards per game this season — 4th-worst among FBS defenses.

        Jacksonville State Gamecocks Defensive Stats & Trends

        Jacksonville State has allowed 4 TDs in close and late situations this season– most among Non-Power Conference Teams

        Jacksonville State has allowed passes of 20+ yards on 12 of 55 attempts (22%) this season– best among Non-Power Conference Teams; Average: 9%

        Jacksonville State has not recorded a sack (55 pass attempts) this season– T-worst among Non-Power Conference Teams; Average: 15.9

        Jacksonville State has not recorded a sack (55 pass attempts) this season– T-worst in FBS; Average: 14.4

        Jacksonville State defense has allowed 12 completions for 20 or more yards this season– most among Non-Power Conference Teams

        Eastern Michigan Eagles Defensive Stats & Trends

        Eastern Michigan has no interceptions (59 pass attempts) this season– T-worst in FBS; Average: 35.5

        Eastern Michigan has tackled opponents for a loss on just 12 of 111 rushing attempts (11% TFL%) in the Red Zone since the 2023 season– T-25th-worst in FBS; Average: 15%.

        Eastern Michigan has allowed passes of 20+ yards on 11 of 73 attempts (15%) on 3rd and long since the 2023 season– 9th-best in FBS; Average: 9%

        Eastern Michigan has tackled opponents for a loss on just 16 of 176 rushing attempts (9% TFL%) in the Red Zone since the 2022 season– 2nd-worst among Non-Power Conference Teams; Average: 15%.

        Eastern Michigan do not has an interception in 2 games this season– T-worst among Non-Power Conference Teams; Average: 0.67


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