Georgia State Panthers (7-6 Last Season) vs. Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets (1-0)
During the start of the NCAA football season, there is an interesting competition between Georgia State Panthers who had a satisfactory season of 7 wins and 6 losses, and Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets who have not lost any game this year. The match is scheduled to be played on Saturday at Bobby Dodd Stadium which is renowned for its history. Consequently, ACCN will televise live a very exciting game. Fans’ attention is directed towards this encounter as some seek college football betting picks and odds, which could indicate an upset or confirm what everyone expects at home.
Georgia State’s team coming out of a more balanced previous season, relies heavily on the likes of Freddie Brock at running back and Tailique Williams at wide receiver. With his explosive speed, his work last season saw him clock 307 rushing yards from just 30 attempts; that is an amazing 10.2 yards per rush, indicating that he can explode any game open at any time. Conversely, Williams has consistently proven to be a safe pair of hands as evidenced by his 615 receiving yards from 49 receptions, making him a key player in Panthers’ offensive strategies.
Georgia Tech starts with a win that raises their spirits through Jamal Haynes and Malik Rutherford as its stars. He had only 11 carries but managed to total an impressive number of 75 rushing yards in the backfield, while his ability to find the end zone is very important for the Yellow Jackets during scoring drives. On the other hand, Rutherford has fewer catches yet maintains an average catch depth of an astounding 16.5 yards which indicates how much of a deep threat he could become for Georgia Tech against defendingly uneven Panthers.
Georgia State Panthers vs. Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets Game Info
| When: | Saturday, August 31, 2024, at 8:00 PM ET |
| Where: | Bobby Dodd Stadium at Historic Grant Field |
| TV: | ACCN |
| Stream: | Sofascore |
Darren Grainger QB vs. Haynes King QB
During last season, Darren Grainger of Georgia State had a great one and he was an efficient dual-threat quarterback. He passed for 2,621 yards with a completion percentage of 68.2%, which is very impressive despite being sacked 19 times. Quite interestingly, his ability to maintain a passer rating of 144 while under pressure indicates that he is resilient enough to make strategic moves on the field.
Haynes King made few appearances for Georgia Tech but showed promise in those games he played. He completed 68.8% of his passes, gaining only 146 yards through the air in their season opener; this gave him a passer rating of 145.4 and allowed him to score two touchdowns. This might be because they are at home against Pittsburgh’s defense; it’s unknown how calm Haynes will stay through the game.
NCAAF Odds/Point Spread: Georgia State Panthers +900, Total Odds: 57
The betting odds lean heavily towards Georgia Tech, not surprising given their opening victory and the statistical edge. The spread sits at a daunting -20.5 for the Yellow Jackets with a moneyline of -1600, suggesting high confidence in their ability to dominate the Panthers. Conversely, the Panthers at +20.5 and a +900 moneyline present a high-risk, high-reward scenario for bettors.
Georgia State Panthers Betting Trends
Georgia State has shown resilience in beating the odds, covering the spread in 10 of their last 13 games and successfully hitting the moneyline in 9 of those. Their ability to consistently perform better than betting markets anticipate makes them a tricky bet against, especially with a spread as wide as 20.5 points.
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets Betting Trends
Georgia Tech, however, has proven formidable at home, hitting the game total over in 6 of their last 7 games on their turf. They have also covered the spread in 5 of their last 6 games, indicating a strong ability to exceed performance expectations, which aligns with the confidence shown in them by oddsmakers.
Georgia State Panthers vs. Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets 8/31/24 Betting Picks
Given the trends and the performances of key players, this game looks poised to be more competitive than the odds suggest. While Georgia Tech is favored heavily, the potential for Georgia State to cover the spread cannot be dismissed lightly. Their ability to keep games close, as shown by their recent betting trends, provides a solid basis for a bet against the spread.
In terms of predictions, Georgia Tech might indeed secure the win, but not without a strong challenge from Georgia State. The total points might hover around the mid-fifties, but the smarter money could be on Georgia State covering the +20.5 spread. For those looking at live betting websites, keep an eye on in-game shifts, especially if Georgia State keeps the score close in the first half.
