| MATCHUP | Georgia Southern Eagles | Old Dominion Monarchs |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 2-4 | 2-4 |
| Spread | -3.5 -110 | +3.5 -110 |
| Moneyline | -180 | +150 |
| Total | Over 47.5 (-112) | Under 47.5 (-108) |
| Where | S.B. Ballard Stadium, Norfolk, VA | |
| When | Thursday, October 15, 2026 | |
| Time | 07:30 PM EDT | |
| TV | ESPN2 | |
The Georgia Southern Eagles and Old Dominion Monarchs meet Thursday in week 7 college football action at S.B. Ballard Stadium. Here’s a Georgia Southern vs. Old Dominion Prediction. This article will include a Georgia Southern vs. Old Dominion Pick.
Georgia Southern Eagles Betting Preview
The Georgia Southern Eagles lost to James Madison, beat Coastal Carolina, and they play App State next. Georgia Southern has lost 4 of its last 5 games. Max Johnson is completing 66.1 percent of his passes for 1,572 yards, 11 touchdowns, and 2 interceptions. Josh Dallas and Alex Taylor have combined for 557 receiving yards and 3 touchdowns, while River Helms has 23 receptions. The Georgia Southern Eagles’ ground game is averaging 120 yards per contest, and David Mbadinga leads the way with 233 yards on 39 carries. Defensively, Georgia Southern is allowing 24.3 points and 335.8 yards per game. Jakyri Jones leads the Georgia Southern Eagles with 33 tackles, Elijah Fears has 2 sacks, and Jayden Jackson has 1 interception.
Old Dominion Monarchs Betting Preview
The Old Dominion Monarchs lost to Georgia State, beat App State, and they play LA Tech next. Old Dominion has lost 4 of its last 5 games. Quinn Henicle is completing 54.5 percent of his passes for 570 yards, 3 touchdowns, and 4 interceptions. TJ Johnson and Josh Rodriguez have combined for 342 receiving yards and 2 touchdowns, while JJ Harrell has 9 receptions.
The Old Dominion Monarchs’ ground game is averaging 122.5 yards per contest, and Devin Roche leads the way with 348 yards on 80 carries. Defensively, Old Dominion is allowing 27.5 points and 324.2 yards per game. Lucas Struck leads the Old Dominion Monarchs with 41 tackles, Javen Gibson has 5 sacks, and Brandon Crutchfield has 2 interceptions.
Why the Old Dominion Monarchs will win
- Old Dominion has won four of its last five October games as a home underdog against non-AP-ranked teams.
- Georgia Southern has lost six of its last seven games against teams from Virginia.
- Old Dominion has covered the spread in four of its last five October games at S.B. Ballard Stadium.
- Georgia Southern has failed to cover the spread in four of its last five October games as a road favorite against non-AP-ranked teams.
- Georgia Southern has lost the first half in three of its last four games against teams from Virginia.
Why the Georgia Southern Eagles will win
- Old Dominion has lost four of its last five games against non-AP-ranked teams.
- The road team has won each of Georgia Southern’s last three games.
- Georgia Southern has covered the spread in seven of its last eight games as a favorite.
- Old Dominion has failed to cover the spread in each of its last five games in Virginia.
- Old Dominion has lost the first half in five of its last six games as an underdog against non-AP-ranked teams.
Total Points Facts
- Seven of Old Dominion’s last eight games as an underdog in Virginia have gone OVER the total points line.
- Five of Georgia Southern’s last six October games as a favorite have gone OVER the total points line.
Old Dominion Monarchs Player Prop Facts
- Heading into Week 7, Quinn Henicle leads Old Dominion for touchdowns (4) this season.
Georgia Southern Eagles Player Prop Facts
- Heading into Week 7, Josh Dallas leads the Sun Belt Conference for receptions (37) this season.
Matchup/League Facts
- Old Dominion ranks 137th among FBS teams for yards per game this season (266.0).
- Old Dominion ranks 133rd among FBS teams for 1st downs this season (82).
- Georgia Southern ranks T123rd among FBS teams for H2 points per game this season (8.7).
- Georgia Southern ranks 119th among FBS teams for average point differential in third quarters this season (-3.0).
Georgia Southern vs Old Dominion Prediction
Both teams have lost 4 of their last 5 games, but Georgia Southern has been more competitive against better competition. Georgia Southern had its chances to beat James Madison, covered against Houston, and hung around with Clemson on the road. Old Dominion has no offense to speak of, and despite the defense not giving up a ton of yards, it’s 100th in scoring defense. Old Dominion hasn’t competed in many games this season and lost the one game it was favored in against East Carolina. Georgia Southern has been the better of the two teams. I’ll lay the points, but I don’t love the hook on top of the key number.