| MATCHUP | Southern Mississippi Golden Eagles | UL Monroe Warhawks |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 2-5 | 1-6 |
| Spread | -3.5 -108 | +3.5 -112 |
| Moneyline | -175 | +145 |
| Total | Over 55.5 (-110) | Under 55.5 (-110) |
| Where | Malone Stadium, Monroe, LA | |
| When | Saturday, October 31, 2026 | |
| Time | 03:30 PM EDT | |
| TV | ESPN+ | |
Southern Miss vs UL Monroe Prediction
Southern Miss is the more talented team, but that’s really not saying much. As bad as UL Monroe is, Southern Miss is 130th in total defense, 136th in rush defense, and 124th in scoring defense. Southern Miss has yet to win a game on the road and has lost five of its last six games overall. UL Monroe just snapped a losing streak that goes back to World War I, and maybe that lifts up the spirits.
Either way, these are two awful football teams, and if I’m going to get involved on either side, I’d need points in my pocket. It doesn’t hurt that we’re getting a hook on top of a key number. It’s UL Monroe or PSS for me on Saturday.
Southern Mississippi Golden Eagles Betting Preview
The Southern Mississippi Golden Eagles lost to Arkansas State, beat Louisiana, and will play James Madison next. Southern Mississippi has lost 5 of its last 6 games. Landry Lyddy is completing 59.4 percent of his passes for 1,196 yards, 7 touchdowns, and 4 interceptions. Mario Sanders and AJ Little have combined for 840 receiving yards and 6 touchdowns, while Kaden Saunders has 15 receptions.
The Southern Mississippi Golden Eagles’ ground game is averaging 155.4 yards per contest, and Steven Robinson leads the way with 577 yards and 8 touchdowns. On defense, Southern Mississippi allows 32.4 points and 442.9 yards per game. Mathis Haygood leads the Southern Mississippi Golden Eagles with 63 tackles, Jameer Lewis has 4 sacks, and Kobi Albert has 3 interceptions.
UL Monroe Warhawks Betting Preview
The UL Monroe Warhawks lost to LA Tech, beat Troy, and they play Arkansas State next. The UL Monroe Warhawks have lost 14 of their last 15 games. Aidan Armenta is completing 62.7 percent of his passes for 1,121 yards, 8 touchdowns, and 3 interceptions. Marcellus Jackson and Parker Fulghum have combined for 479 receiving yards and 2 touchdowns, while LT Robinson has 14 receptions.
The UL Monroe Warhawks’ ground game is averaging 116.7 yards per contest, and Austin Carlisle leads the way with 237 yards and 1 touchdown. Defensively, UL Monroe is allowing 37.3 points and 442.7 yards per game. Noah Flemmings leads the UL Monroe Warhawks with 65 tackles, Kevontay Wells has 3 sacks, and Armoni Rue has 1 interception.
Why the Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks will win
- Southern Miss has lost four of its last five games as a favorite.
- The home team has won each of the last three games between Southern Miss and Louisiana-Monroe.
- Southern Miss has failed to cover the spread in six of its last seven games against conference opponents.
- The home team has covered the spread in each of the last three games between Southern Miss and Louisiana-Monroe.
- Louisiana-Monroe has won the first quarter in three of its last four home games against teams from Mississippi.
- Southern Miss has lost the first half in five of its last six games against conference opponents.
Why the Southern Miss Golden Eagles will win
- Louisiana-Monroe has lost 14 of its last 15 games.
- Southern Miss has won each of its last seven games as a favorite against teams from Louisiana.
- Louisiana-Monroe has failed to cover the spread in each of its last seven games as a home underdog.
- Southern Miss has covered the spread in each of its last seven games as a favorite against teams from Louisiana.
- Southern Miss has won the first half in each of its last nine games as a favorite against teams from Louisiana.
- The favorite has won the first quarter in seven of Southern Miss’ last eight games.
Total Points Facts
- Each of Southern Miss’ last four games in Louisiana have gone UNDER the total points line.
- Four of Louisiana-Monroe’s last five home games against conference opponents have gone UNDER the total points line.
Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks Player Prop Facts
- Heading into Week 9, Derrick Jameson leads Louisiana-Monroe in touchdowns (3) this season.
Southern Miss Golden Eagles Player Prop Facts
- Heading into Week 9, Mario Sanders II leads the Sun Belt Conference for targets (61) this season.
Matchup/League Facts
- Louisiana-Monroe ranks 136th among FBS teams for H1 opponent points per game this season (21.1).
- Louisiana-Monroe ranks 136th among FBS teams for 3rd down conversion percentage this season (29.2).
- Southern Miss ranks 137th among FBS teams for average point differential in first quarters this season (-7.7).
- Southern Miss ranks 137th among FBS teams for time of possession per game this season (25:43).