| MATCHUP | Jacksonville State Gamecocks | Ohio Bobcats |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 1-1 | 0-1 |
| Spread | +2.5 -108 | -2.5 -112 |
| Moneyline | +114 | -135 |
| Total | Over 50.5 (-115) | Under 50.5 (-105) |
| Where | Ohio Stadium | |
| When | Saturday, September 12, 2026 | |
| Time | 06:00 PM EDT | |
| TV | ESPN+ | |
Jacksonville State Gamecocks Betting Preview
The Jacksonville State Gamecocks lost to North Dakota State, beat Eastern Kentucky, and they play Georgia Southern next. Jacksonville State has won 8 of its last 11 games. Caden Creel is completing 64.7 percent of his passes for 412 yards, 5 touchdowns, and 2 interceptions. Luke Gilbert and Deondre Johnson have combined for 104 receiving yards and 1 touchdown, while Ronnel Johnson has 5 receptions.
The Jacksonville State Gamecocks’ ground game is averaging 129.5 yards per contest, and Jalen Likely leads the way with 121 yards and 1 touchdown. Defensively, Jacksonville State is allowing 20 points and 329 yards per game. Walker O’Steen leads the Jacksonville State Gamecocks with 11 tackles, Tae Floyd has 1 sack, and Caleb Nix has 1 interception.
Ohio Bobcats Betting Preview
The Ohio Bobcats lost to Nebraska, and they play South Alabama next. Ohio hasn’t lost two straight games since September 2022. Nick Poulos is completing 45.2 percent of his passes for 164 yards, 1 touchdown, and 0 interceptions. Riley Neer and Dom Dorwart have combined for 133 receiving yards and 1 touchdown, while AJ Miller has 2 receptions.
The Ohio Bobcats’ ground game is averaging 139 yards per contest, and Nick Poulos leads the way with 70 yards and 1 touchdown. Defensively, Ohio is allowing 49 points and 523 yards per game. JT Haskins leads the Ohio Bobcats with 8 tackles, Ike Ackerman has 2 sacks, and DJ Walker has 1 pass deflection.
Why the Ohio Bobcats will win
- Ohio has won each of its last 13 games against non-AP-ranked teams at Peden Stadium.
- Jacksonville State has lost each of its last four road games in September.
- Jacksonville State has failed to cover the spread in six of its last seven road games against non-AP-ranked teams.
- The favorite has covered the spread in five of Jacksonville State’s last six games.
- Jacksonville State has lost the first half in four of its last five games.
Why the Jacksonville State Gamecocks will win
- Ohio has failed to cover the spread in four of its last five games.
Total Points Facts
- Each of Jacksonville State’s last four September games as an underdog have gone OVER the total points line.
- Six of Ohio’s last seven home openers have gone UNDER the total points line.
Ohio Bobcats Player Prop Facts
- Heading into Week 2, Ike Ackerman ranks T10th amongst FBS players for sacks (2.0) this season.
Jacksonville State Gamecocks Player Prop Facts
- Heading into Week 2, Jamill Williams ranks T1st amongst qualified players for catch rate (100.0%) this season.
Matchup/League Facts
- Ohio ranks T1st among FBS teams for red zone percentage this season (100.0).
- Ohio ranks T136th among FBS teams for Q4 opponent points per game this season (21.0).
- Jacksonville State ranks 131st among FBS teams for 1st downs against this season (36).
- Jacksonville State ranks T9th among FBS teams for sacks this season (4.0).
Jacksonville State vs Ohio Prediction
Ohio is probably the better team with the more proven quarterback, and being at home doesn’t hurt. However, Jacksonville State will have its chances to win this game due to its defense, and I like that it has two games under its belt already. Jacksonville State has had a chance to knock off the rust and find a rhythm. Ohio can be hit or miss on the defensive side, and that can be an issue when stepping up in competition. If this game wasn’t in Ohio, it would be a pick ’em spot at most. Jacksonville State can win this game. Give me the points.