- Georgia Southern is a -7.5 point favorite vs. UAB
- Total (Over/Under): 60.5 points
- Watch the game on ESPN+
The UAB Blazers visit Allen E. Paulson Stadium to take on the Georgia Southern Eagles on Sep. 9. Kickoff is scheduled for 6:00pm EDT in Statesboro.
Georgia Southern is a betting favorite in Week 2, with the spread sitting at -7.5 (-110).
The UAB vs. Georgia Southern Over/Under is 60.5 total points.
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UAB vs. Georgia Southern Odds, Spread, Over/Under for Week 2
| Spread | Total (O/U) | Moneyline | |
| UAB | +7.5 -110 | 60.5 -110 | +240 |
| Georgia Southern | -7.5 -110 | 60.5 -110 | -300 |
UAB vs Georgia Southern Prediction for Week 2
Based on recent trends, the winning team model predicts Georgia Southern will win this game with 69.0% confidence.
UAB vs Georgia Southern Spread Prediction for Week 2
Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the model predicts Georgia Southern will cover the spread with 70.3% confidence.
Both predictions factor in up-to-date player injuries for both UAB and Georgia Southern, plus offensive & defensive matchups, recent games and key player performances this season.
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UAB Best Bets & Trends for ATS, Moneyline & Totals
- UAB has hit the 1H Game Total Under in 8 of their last 12 games (+3.65 Units / 28% ROI)
- UAB has hit the 1H Moneyline in 4 of their last 5 away games (+3.00 Units / 24% ROI)
- UAB have covered the 1H Spread in 4 of their last 5 away games (+2.95 Units / 53% ROI)
- UAB has hit the 1Q Game Total Over in 6 of their last 10 games (+2.50 Units / 22% ROI)
- UAB has hit the Moneyline in 3 of their last 4 games (+2.00 Units / 12% ROI)
Georgia Southern Best Bets & Trends for ATS, Moneyline & Totals
- Georgia Southern has hit the Moneyline in 5 of their last 12 games (+10.55 Units / 67% ROI)
- Georgia Southern has hit the 1Q Game Total Under in 9 of their last 11 games (+7.00 Units / 59% ROI)
- Georgia Southern has hit the 1H Game Total Over in 4 of their last 5 games (+2.85 Units / 51% ROI)
- Georgia Southern has hit the Game Total Under in 8 of their last 13 games (+2.50 Units / 17% ROI)
- Georgia Southern have covered the 1H Spread in 3 of their last 4 games at home (+1.90 Units / 43% ROI)
UAB Against the Spread (ATS) Record
UAB is 1-0 against the spread this college football season (+1 Units / 95.24% ROI).
- UAB is 6-6 when betting on the Moneyline for -4.8 Units / -9.69% ROI
- UAB is 0-1 when betting the Over for -1.1 Units / -100% ROI
- UAB is 1-0 when betting the Under for +1 Units / 90.91% ROI
Georgia Southern Against the Spread (ATS) Record
Georgia Southern is 0-0 against the spread this college football season (+0 Units / 0% ROI).
- Georgia Southern is 5-7 when betting on the Moneyline for +10.55 Units / 66.56% ROI
- Georgia Southern is 0-1 when betting the Over for -1.1 Units / -100% ROI
- Georgia Southern is 1-0 when betting the Under for +1 Units / 90.91% ROI
UAB: Keys to the Game vs. Georgia Southern
UAB is 16-4 (.727) when converting 55% or more of its red zone chances into touchdowns since the 2021 season– 13th-best in FBS; Average: .514
Georgia Southern: Keys to the Game vs. UAB
Georgia Southern is winless (0-5) when allowing 3 or more sacks since the 2021 season– tied for worst in FBS; Average: .284
Matchup Notes for UAB vs. Georgia Southern
Georgia Southern’s WRs gained 3,063 yards on 264 receptions (just 11.6 YPR) in the 2022 season — tied for 18th-worst among FBS WRs. UAB’s defense allowed just 10.9 Yards Per Reception in the 2022 season — tied for 22nd-best among FBS defenses.
Georgia Southern’s QBs threw for 4,294 passing yards in 13 games (330.3 YPG) in the 2022 season — sixth-best among FBS teams. UAB’s defense allowed just 205.0 passing yards per game in the 2022 season — 19th-best among FBS defenses.
Georgia Southern’s RBs averaged 10.2 yards after the catch in the 2022 season — tied for 19th-best among FBS RBs. UAB’s defense allowed just 10.8 RAC in the 2022 season — tied for 28th-best among FBS defenses.
UAB’s offense has thrown for 20 or more yards on 12.5% of 642 attempts since the 2021 season — tied for 24th-best among FBS offenses. Georgia Southern’s defense allowed 20+ yards on 12.4% of attempts since the 2021 season — tied for 15th-best among FBS defenses.
UAB’s offense has thrown for 5,615 passing yards in 27 games (just 208.0 YPG) since the 2021 season — 29th-worst among FBS offenses. Georgia Southern’s defense has allowed 274.0 passing yards per game since the 2021 season — 12th-worst among FBS defenses.
UAB has gained 5,614 yards on 414 receptions (13.6 YPR) since the 2021 season — tied for 14th-best among FBS skill players. Georgia Southern’s defense has allowed 13.5 Yards Per Reception since the 2021 season — tied for sixth-worst among FBS defenses.
UAB Offensive Stats & Trends
UAB RBs have been targeted 14.0 times per game (14/1) this season– highest among FBS Teams; Average: 4.3
UAB’s offense has thrown for 20 or more yards on 12.5% of 642 attempts since the 2021 season — tied for 24th-best among FBS offenses. Georgia Southern’s defense allowed 20+ yards on 12.4% of attempts since the 2021 season — tied for 15th-best among FBS defenses.
UAB’s offense has thrown for 5,615 passing yards in 27 games (just 208.0 YPG) since the 2021 season — 29th-worst among FBS offenses. Georgia Southern’s defense has allowed 274.0 passing yards per game since the 2021 season — 12th-worst among FBS defenses.
UAB RBs have rushed for 19 TDs in the 1st quarter since the 2021 season– most among FBS Teams
UAB has gained 5,614 yards on 414 receptions (13.6 YPR) since the 2021 season — tied for 14th-best among FBS skill players. Georgia Southern’s defense has allowed 13.5 Yards Per Reception since the 2021 season — tied for sixth-worst among FBS defenses.
Georgia Southern Offensive Stats & Trends
Georgia Southern’s WRs gained 3,063 yards on 264 receptions (just 11.6 YPR) in the 2022 season — tied for 18th-worst among FBS WRs. UAB’s defense allowed just 10.9 Yards Per Reception in the 2022 season — tied for 22nd-best among FBS defenses.
Georgia Southern RBs have 20 receptions for 20 or more yards since the 2021 season– 3rd most among FBS Teams
Georgia Southern WRs have no touchdowns on 53 receptions in close and late situations since the 2021 season– tied for worst Receptions Per TD among FBS Teams; Average: 11.1
Georgia Southern Skill Players have just one touchdown on 82 receptions in close and late situations since the 2021 season– worst Receptions Per TD among FBS Teams; Average: 11.4
Georgia Southern RBs were targeted 34 times on 3rd down in the 2022 season– most among FBS Teams
UAB Blazers Defensive Stats & Trends
UAB has sacked opposing QBs on 75% of pass attempts (6/8) this season– best in FBS; Average: 6%
UAB has sacked opposing QBs on 75% of pass attempts (6/8) this season– best among Non-Power 5 Teams; Average: 7%
UAB has allowed a Completion Pct of just 25% (2 completions/8 attempts) this season– tied for best among Non-Power 5 Teams; Average: 61%
UAB has allowed opponents to catch just 2 of 8 passes (25% Reception Pct) this season– tied for best in FBS; Average: 61%
UAB has allowed opponents to catch just 2 of 8 passes (25% Reception Pct) this season– tied for best among Non-Power 5 Teams; Average: 61%
Georgia Southern Eagles Defensive Stats & Trends
Georgia Southern has allowed a Completion Pct of just 25% (2 completions/8 attempts) this season– tied for best among Non-Power 5 Teams; Average: 61%
Georgia Southern opponents averaged 10.4 Passing Attempts per TD (52 Pass Attempts/5 Passing TDs) in the Red Zone in the 2022 season– 3rd best among Non-Power 5 Teams; Average: 3.9
Georgia Southern has allowed opponents to catch just 2 of 8 passes (25% Reception Pct) this season– tied for best among Non-Power 5 Teams; Average: 61%
Georgia Southern has allowed a Completion Pct of just 25% (2 completions/8 attempts) this season– tied for best in FBS; Average: 60%
Georgia Southern opponents averaged 10.4 Passing Attempts per TD (52 Pass Attempts/5 Passing TDs) in the Red Zone in the 2022 season– 3rd best in FBS; Average: 4.0
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