Away Team
Record 1-1
Last 5 3-2 last five
ATS 2-0 ATS
Road 0-1 road
Standings
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Schedule
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5d 07:21:54
Start Time 7:00 PM EST
Date September 19, 2026
Venue AmFirst Stadium
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Season Series Season series tied 0-0.

Jacksonville State returns home laying four after a four-overtime loss, while Georgia Southern brings a perfect 2-0 ATS record and a five-game series winning streak into a tightly priced matchup.

Home Team
Record 1-2
Last 5 2-3 last five
ATS 1-2 ATS
Home 1-0 home
Analysis Updated: 7:30 AM ET
Injuries Checked: 7:25 AM ET
Odds Updated: 11:34 AM ET

Betting Snapshot

Spread
JAXST -3.5
Open: JAXST -2.5
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Moneyline
JAXST -185
Open: JAXST -130
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Total
53.5
Open: 53.5
Total Steady

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Caden Creel has averaged 72.7 rushing yards through three games, clearing Over 49.5. Georgia Southern allowed major rushing inefficiency in 2025, favoring Creel Over 49.5 rushing yards. Creel leads Jacksonville State with 54 carries, supporting Over 49.5 rushing yards.

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Best Home Spread
Caesars | JAXST -3
Best Home Moneyline
FanDuel | JAXST -170
Best Over Line
BetMGM | 52.5
Best Away Spread
BetMGM | GASO +4
Best Away Moneyline
Bovada | GASO +160
Best Under Line
FanDuel | 53.5
Updated 11:34 AM ET
Sportsbook Spread Moneyline Total
FanDuelGASO +3.5
JAXST -3.5
GASO +140
JAXST -170
O 53.5
U 53.5
DraftKingsGASO +3.5
JAXST -3.5
GASO +154
JAXST -185
O 53.5
U 53.5
BetMGMGASO +4
JAXST -4
GASO +155
JAXST -190
O 52.5
U 52.5
BetRiversGASO +3.5
JAXST -3.5
GASO +140
JAXST -175
O 53.5
U 53.5
BovadaGASO +4
JAXST -4
GASO +160
JAXST -185
O 52.5
U 52.5
BetOnline.agGASO +4
JAXST -4
GASO +157
JAXST -180
O 52.5
U 52.5
LowVig.agGASO +4
JAXST -4
GASO +157
JAXST -180
O 52.5
U 52.5
MyBookie.agGASO +4
JAXST -4
GASO +154
JAXST -200
O 53
U 53
BetUSGASO +4
JAXST -4
GASO +155
JAXST -180
O 52.5
U 52.5
CaesarsGASO +3
JAXST -3
O 52.5
U 52.5

Injury Report

Public injury reports list no injuries for either team entering game week. Georgia Southern and Jacksonville State both used their expected starting quarterbacks in their latest games, leaving Max Johnson and Caden Creel central to the handicap. Bettors should still monitor late-week availability reports after both teams played demanding road games, including Jacksonville State's four-overtime loss at Ohio.

Key Players

Georgia Southern
Max Johnson
Has 525 passing yards and two touchdowns through two games.
Jacksonville State
Caden Creel
Leads Jax State with 677 passing yards and 218 rushing yards.

Key Matchup Edge

Jacksonville State's clearest edge is its quarterback-driven ground game against a Georgia Southern defense that struggled badly in 2025. Creel's 54 carries already lead a unit with 420 rushing yards, and sustained option success would shorten the game, protect the defense and justify the favorite's move from -2.5 toward -4.

3 Things to Watch

  • Creel's heavy designed-run workload
  • Georgia Southern's pass protection
  • Red-zone finishing under pressure

Betting Breakdown

Jacksonville State returns home after a draining 29-27 four-overtime loss at Ohio, yet the market has strengthened toward the Gamecocks, moving from an opener around -2.5 to roughly -4. That move reflects the matchup value of Caden Creel, who has produced 677 passing yards, six touchdowns and 218 rushing yards through three games. Georgia Southern is only 1-1 straight up but 2-0 ATS, covering comfortably as a 19.5-point underdog in a 22-7 loss at Clemson. The Eagles have also played under the total in both 2026 games, extending a longer run of six straight away unders. Max Johnson gives Georgia Southern a veteran passer, and Ashton Hollins has emerged with 203 receiving yards and two scores. Still, the Eagles have generated only 185 rushing yards across two games, making third-down protection and early-down efficiency critical. Georgia Southern's 5-0 series record supports the underdog case, but Jacksonville State's 420 rushing yards and home-field edge support the favorite. The strongest market tension is Jax State's rushing ceiling against Georgia Southern's proven ability to stay inside inflated numbers.

Georgia Southern Betting Outlook

Georgia Southern enters 1-1 after shutting out Charleston Southern 31-0 and losing 22-7 at Clemson. The Eagles covered both games, including as a 19.5-point underdog at Clemson, and their two contests stayed under. Max Johnson has thrown for 525 yards without an interception, while Ashton Hollins has supplied 203 receiving yards and two touchdowns. The concern is balance: Georgia Southern has only 185 rushing yards through two games and went 9-for-31 on third down. As a road underdog, the Eagles need efficient protection, manageable third downs and another disciplined defensive showing to extend their 5-0 series run.

Jacksonville State Betting Outlook

Jacksonville State is 1-2 after a 33-7 loss at North Dakota State, a 49-7 rout of Eastern Kentucky and a 29-27 four-overtime setback at Ohio. The Gamecocks are 1-2 ATS, but their offensive profile remains dangerous: 723 passing yards, 420 rushing yards and six passing touchdowns through three games. Caden Creel drives both phases with 677 passing yards and a team-high 218 rushing yards. Jax State's home win was decisive, and the market's move toward roughly -4 suggests confidence in a rebound. Avoiding the turnovers that surfaced during the uneven start is essential for the favorite.

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Georgia Southern Eagles vs Jacksonville State Gamecocks FAQ

What is the current spread for Georgia Southern Eagles vs Jacksonville State Gamecocks?

The current home spread is JAXST -3.5, while the away spread is GASO +3.5.

How far has the spread moved for Georgia Southern Eagles vs Jacksonville State Gamecocks?

The spread opened at JAXST -2.5 and is now JAXST -3.5.

What is the current moneyline for Georgia Southern Eagles vs Jacksonville State Gamecocks?

The current moneyline is GASO +154 / JAXST -185.

How far has the moneyline moved for Georgia Southern Eagles vs Jacksonville State Gamecocks?

The moneyline opened at GASO +110 / JAXST -130 and is now GASO +154 / JAXST -185.

What is the current total for Georgia Southern Eagles vs Jacksonville State Gamecocks?

The current total is 53.5.

How far has the total moved for Georgia Southern Eagles vs Jacksonville State Gamecocks?

The total opened at 53.5 and is now 53.5.

Is the market taking the underdog in Georgia Southern Eagles vs Jacksonville State Gamecocks?

Current market signal: Market Widening.

Is the market taking the favorite in Georgia Southern Eagles vs Jacksonville State Gamecocks?

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Is the total dropping for Georgia Southern Eagles vs Jacksonville State Gamecocks?

Current totals signal: Total Steady.

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What is the biggest matchup edge for Georgia Southern Eagles vs Jacksonville State Gamecocks?

Jacksonville State's clearest edge is its quarterback-driven ground game against a Georgia Southern defense that struggled badly in 2025. Creel's 54 carries already lead a unit with 420 rushing yards, and sustained option success would shorten the game, protect the defense and justify the favorite's move from -2.5 toward -4.

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Matchup Georgia Southern Eagles vs. Jacksonville State Gamecocks
Game Date September 19, 2026
Venue AmFirst Stadium
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4
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7
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4
LOSS
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54.8%
4
LOSS
MEMP@UNLV
UNLV -4
53.2%
3
LOSS
SJST@USC
OVER 61.5
57.0%
6
WIN
JAXST@NDAKST
UNDER 46.5
56.8%
6
WIN
NCST@UVA
CJ BAILEY OVER 29.5 PASS ATT
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LOSS
MIAMI@IND
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LOSS
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KEWAN LACY ANYTIME TD
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6
WIN
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5
WIN
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58.9%
6
WIN
NEB@UTAH
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LOSS
NOTEX@SDGST
NOTEX -7
54.2%
4
LOSS
BAMA@OKLA
ISAIAH SATEGNA III ANYTIME TD
54.2%
4
WIN
BYU@TTU
PARKER KINGSTON OVER 20.5 LONGEST RECEPTION
54.3%
4
WIN
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BOISE -4.5
56.7%
6
WIN
ECU@FAU
FAU +7
57.8%
7
LOSS
OREG@WASH
WASH +7
54.9%
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LOSS
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55.1%
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54.0%
4
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56.4%
6
LOSS
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VATECH +8
57.8%
7
LOSS
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4
WIN
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5
WIN
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54.2%
4
WIN
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55.7%
5
WIN
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56.7%
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LOSS
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56.1%
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55.3%
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55.1%
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WIN
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5
WIN
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5
WIN
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4
WIN
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LOSS
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LOSS
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55.6%
5
LOSS
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54.3%
4
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6
LOSS
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6
LOSS
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57.2%
7
LOSS
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LOSS
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WIN
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