- Matchup: Old Dominion Monarchs vs Georgia State Panthers
- Date: Saturday, October 3, 2026
- Venue: Center Parc Stadium, Atlanta, GA
- Broadcast: ESPN+
- Betting Odds: Panthers favored by (-2.0)
- Total Points Over/Under: 50.5
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The Old Dominion Monarchs (1-3) visit Center Parc Stadium this Saturday, October 3, 2026, to face off against the Georgia State Panthers (3-1). Georgia State is currently favored by 2 points according to the bookmakers, with the total set at 50.5 points.
In their last outing, the Old Dominion Monarchs recorded a disappointing loss against the James Madison Dukes, finishing 46-20. The Monarchs struggled on the ground, rushing 28 times for a total of -14 yards, averaging -0.5 yards per carry. Throughout the game, they executed 68 plays, accumulating just 247 yards of offense. Their passing defense yielded 24 completions out of 42 attempts for 243 yards, giving them a completion rate of 57.1%. On the ground, they surrendered 162 yards over 37 carries, which equates to an average of 4.4 yards per rush.
This season so far, the Monarchs have gathered a total of 1,150 yards. On the scoring front, they’ve produced 4 touchdowns through the air and 5 on the ground, while also giving up the ball 9 times. Offensively, they’ve secured 55 first downs and faced 34 penalties totaling 301 yards. Their rushing game averages 116.3 yards, ranking them 120th in Division 1. In terms of scoring, the Old Dominion Monarchs average 22.3 points per game.
Defensively, the Monarchs are ranked 115th in Division 1 for points allowed, with a score against average of 30.0 PPG. They allow 3.3 yards per carry and average 137.5 rushing yards surrendered per game, totaling 550 rushing yards allowed over the course of four games. In the air, they have permitted 767 passing yards, ranking 55th in college football, and concede 191.8 passing yards per game, yielding a completion rate of 63.8%. Overall, they give up 329.3 yards per game, placing them 59th nationally, with 7 touchdowns surrendered in the air and 4 on the ground.
The Panthers enter this clash with a 3-1 record this season. In their last match, Georgia State triumphed over the NIU Huskies with a score of 35-14. In that game, the Panthers’ run defense allowed 112 yards on 31 attempts (3.6 yards per rush). Their secondary gave up a completion rate of 66.7%, allowing 320 yards with 28 completions on 42 attempts. Georgia State’s offense tallied 342 yards from 57 plays, averaging 6.0 yards per play, and their rushing game averaged 4.1 yards per attempt, finishing the game with 144 rushing yards on 35 carries.
The Georgia State Panthers boast an impressive average of 468.3 yards per game, placing them 26th in Division 1. They have accumulated 228 yards from penalties over 26 infractions, ranking 68th in D-1. Their running game averages 215.3 yards, contributing to a total of 861 rushing yards. They have committed 5 interceptions and lost 2 fumbles while achieving 93 first downs. In terms of scoring, they rank 28th nationally, averaging 38.8 points per game. Currently, they have thrown for 1,012 passing yards, averaging 253.0 yards per game, which ranks 53rd in Division 1.
On defense, Georgia State has allowed a total of 572 rushing yards (averaging 143.0 yards per game) and 6 rushing touchdowns this season. They’ve also conceded 4 passing touchdowns and 197.8 passing yards per game, placing them 62nd in D-1. Collectively, they have given up 85 points. Their defense has registered 2 fumble recoveries and 2 interceptions throughout the season. Participating in 239 plays, their defense ranks 40th in D-1, allowing 21.3 points per game, good for 55th in college football.
Will the Monarchs or Panthers cover the spread tonight?
Expert Prediction: Back the Panthers -2.0
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