Ohio (1-1) vs Morgan State (1-1)
Game Info: Saturday, September 14, 2024 at 3:30 pm (Peden Stadium)
Betting Odds: Ohio -24.5 / Morgan State +24.5 --- Over/Under: 46.5 Click Here for the Latest Odds
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In this article, we will formulate a Morgan State vs Ohio prediction for this College Football game on Saturday, September 14th at Peden Stadium in Athens, Ohio. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this Week 3 matchup.
Morgan State Bears Betting Preview
The Morgan State Bears are 1-1 this year after they lost to Towson by a score of 14-9 in their last game. Morgan State led 3-0 early in the game and they cut the deficit to 14-9 in the third quarter, but couldn’t find any more points. Morgan State was outgained by a total of 346-249, forced two turnovers, and went 4-12 on third down in the loss. Tahj Smith threw for 163 yards and one touchdown, while Jason Collins Jr. rushed for 34 yards on six carries.
Morgan State defeated Hampton by a score of 30-28 in their first game, but they were outgained 339-319. The Bears forced two turnovers in that game as well and went 50% on third-down conversions.
Ohio Bobcats Betting Preview
The Ohio Bobcats are 1-1 this season after they defeated South Alabama by a score of 27-20 in their last game. Ohio scored a late touchdown in the second quarter to lead 17-10 at the half and they were able to hang on for the win in the second half. Ohio outgained South Alabama by a total of 404-335, tied the turnover battle at one, and went 6-15 on third down in the win. Parker Navarro threw for 204 yards and one touchdown, while Anthony Tyus III rushed for 74 yards and one score on 17 carries.
Ohio lost to Syracuse by a score of 38-22 in their first game but played decently well in the matchup. The Ohio offense is scoring 25.5 points per game with 192.5 passing yards and 227.5 rushing yards per game, while the defense is allowing 29 points per game. Ohio has gone 30.8% on third downs and 2-3 on fourth down so far this season. Parker Navarro has completed 65.5% of his passes for 385 yards, one touchdown, and one interception, while Anthony Tyus III has rushed for 277 yards and three scores. Ohio will play against Kentucky following this game.
Why Ohio will cover
- Ohio has won 12 of its last 13 games against non-AP-ranked teams at Peden Stadium.
- Ohio has covered the spread in each of its last four September games against non-AP-ranked teams.
Total Points Facts
- Each of Ohio's last five games in September has gone UNDER the total points line.
Matchup/League Facts
- Ohio has won the MAC East Division in two of the last eight seasons.
Morgan State vs Ohio Prediction
Ohio was able to get the win against South Alabama in week two for their first win of the season, but they were pretty competitive in their first loss to Syracuse as well. The Bobcats have run the ball very well through two games this season, but I don’t know how much I trust their quarterback. Morgan State is 1-1 in the FCS so far and I think they are going to struggle to get stops in this game. The Bears have been outgained in each of their first two games this year, which is not going to translate to success. Take Ohio to win big.
David’s Pick Ohio -24.5
AUTHOR: David Racey
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