The Georgia Southern Eagles, sitting at 5-2, enter this Sun Belt matchup looking to build on their strong season. Led by quarterback JC French, who has passed for over 2,000 yards this season, Georgia Southern’s offense is one of the most explosive in the conference, averaging over 30 points per game. Their air raid attack, combined with the rushing duo of OJ Arnold and Jalen White, presents a balanced offense that has been difficult for defenses to contain. Georgia Southern’s defense, while solid, has shown some vulnerability against the run, allowing over 160 yards per game. Old Dominion, at 3-4, has had an inconsistent season, but they are known for playing tough at home.

Quarterback Grant Wilson leads the Monarchs’ offense, having passed for 2,149 yards and 17 touchdowns. However, the Monarchs have struggled to put up points against tougher defenses, averaging only 23 points per game. Defensively, Old Dominion has been strong against the run but has been susceptible to big plays in the passing game, which could be a major issue against Georgia Southern’s dynamic passing attack. The key to this matchup will be whether Old Dominion’s defense can slow down Georgia Southern’s high-octane offense. If the Monarchs can control the pace of the game and keep Georgia Southern’s offense off the field, they could have a chance to keep it competitive.