Georgia Southern vs App State Prediction, Picks & Odds — College Football Week 11
The Appalachian State Mountaineers are expected to secure a ground victory over the Georgia Southern Eagles in the upcoming Thursday night game on November 6. Key factors favoring App State include Georgia Southern’s weak run defense and Appalachian State’s vulnerable passing defense, setting the stage for several big plays and a high-scoring contest.
Key Player Matchups and Team Stats
- Rashod Dubinion has rushed for over 67 yards in five of his last eight games and will face the Sun Belt’s poorest rushing defense.
- The Mountaineers’ passing defense allows nearly two touchdown passes per game.
- Georgia Southern’s quarterback JC French has thrown at least two touchdown passes in three consecutive games.
- Wide receiver Camden Brown has caught a touchdown in seven of his last eight games.
- Dubinion himself has scored four touchdowns this season.
Defensive Concerns and Game Outlook
Georgia Southern’s defense remains questionable, particularly on the road where it allows an average of 42.5 points per game. Appalachian State has dominated the series recently, winning four of the last six matchups. Expectations are for a dynamic, high-scoring affair given both teams’ susceptibility to big plays on defense.
“I’m backing the App State Mountaineers to beat the Eagles for the fourth time in six H2H meetings.”
Georgia Southern has hit the over in 7 of their last 12 games, showing an average 11% return on investment. Additionally, monitoring weather conditions can offer valuable insights before kickoff. Betting odds are accurate at publication but may change.
Additional Information
- The analysis is not intended for use in Massachusetts.
- Check college football weather updates to stay informed about gametime conditions.
Summary: Appalachian State is favored to win in a shootout against Georgia Southern due to their strong offense and the Eagles' struggling defense.