- Matchup: Georgia Southern Eagles vs Coastal Carolina Chanticleers
- Date: Saturday, October 3, 2026
- Venue: Brooks Stadium, Conway, SC
- Broadcast: ESPN+
- Betting Odds: Chanticleers (+1.5)
- Over/Under Total: 53.5
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The Georgia Southern Eagles (1-3) are set to face off against the Coastal Carolina Chanticleers (1-3) at Brooks Stadium on Saturday, October 3, 2026. The Chanticleers enter this contest as slight underdogs at 1.5 points. The total for the game is projected at 53.5.
Georgia Southern arrives with a 1-3 record this season. Their latest outing resulted in a defeat against the Houston Cougars, falling 42-28. On defense, they struggled against the run, allowing 202 yards on 41 carries, averaging 4.9 yards per attempt. The Eagles conceded 17 completions out of 22 attempts for a total of 239 passing yards, reflecting a completion percentage of 77.3%. Offensively, they tallied 355 yards over 65 plays, with a rushing performance of 66 yards on 26 attempts, averaging just 2.5 yards per carry.
This season, Georgia Southern has amassed a total of 1,503 yards. When it comes to scoring, they have achieved 5 touchdowns through the air and 7 on the ground, with 4 turnovers so far. The Eagles have recorded 84 first downs but have also incurred 30 penalties totaling 265 yards. On the ground, they average 108.0 yards per game, placing them 123rd in Division 1. Overall, Georgia Southern averages 23.3 points per game.
In terms of their passing defense, the Eagles have allowed 739 yards this season, ranking them 45th nationally. They surrender an average of 184.8 passing yards per game with a completion rate of 57.5%. On average, they’re giving up 301.8 yards per game overall, positioning them at 37th in Division 1. They’ve allowed 7 passing touchdowns and 3 rushing touchdowns, with opponents averaging 3.4 yards per rush and 117.0 rushing yards per game. Georgia Southern currently ranks 78th in the nation for points allowed, averaging 23.8 points against per game.
The Coastal Carolina Chanticleers are also entering this clash with a 1-3 record this season. In their most recent matchup, they suffered a loss to the Liberty Flames with a score of 34-17. The Chanticleers recorded 292 yards and ran 66 plays, averaging 4.4 yards per play. On the ground, they managed 79 yards on 31 carries, averaging just 2.5 yards per attempt. The defense allowed 263 rushing yards on 45 attempts, averaging 5.8 yards per carry, while the secondary allowed a completion percentage of 66.7%, giving up 222 yards on 12 completions out of 18 attempts.
When it comes to scoring, the Chanticleers currently rank 95th nationally with an average of 25.0 points per game. They average 390.5 total yards per contest, placing 77th in Division 1. Coastal Carolina has incurred 257 yards in penalties from 36 infractions, ranking 13th in the nation for mistakes. So far, they have thrown 2 interceptions and lost 4 fumbles, garnering 84 first downs. This season, they have accumulated 1,045 passing yards, averaging 261.3 yards per game, which puts them at 44th in college football. On the ground, they average 129.3 yards per contest with a total of 517 yards.
Defensively, the Chanticleers allow 23.5 points per game, ranking them 76th nationwide. They have conceded 751 rushing yards this season, which averages out to 187.8 yards per game, including 5 rushing touchdowns. In the air, they’ve given up 7 touchdowns and allowed 189.3 yards per game, placing them at 46th nationally. Their defense has been on the field for 255 plays, ranking 68th in college football. So far, they have recovered 4 fumbles and made 3 interceptions, totaling 94 points allowed throughout the season.
Which team will prevail in this Eagles vs. Chanticleers showdown against the spread?
Recommendation: Take the Eagles -1.5
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