- Matchup: FIU Panthers vs Jacksonville State Gamecocks
- Date: Tuesday, October 13, 2026
- Venue: AmFirst Stadium, Jacksonville, AL
- Broadcast: ESPNU
- Point Spread: Gamecocks favored by 3.5 points
- Over/Under Total: 43 points
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The Jacksonville State Gamecocks (4-2) are set to take on the FIU Panthers (3-2) at AmFirst Stadium on Tuesday, October 13, 2026. The Gamecocks enter as 3.5-point favorites, with the total set at 43 points.
The FIU Panthers boast a 3-2 record heading into this contest. In their most recent outing, they faced off against the New Mexico State Aggies, securing a victory with a score of 22-3. The Panthers allowed 107 rushing yards on 28 attempts, averaging 3.8 yards per carry. They also gave up 11 completions on 30 pass attempts, accumulating 123 passing yards and a completion rate of 36.7%. Overall, they managed 66 plays for 220 total yards, rushing 44 times for 100 yards, which resulted in an average of 2.3 yards per carry.
When it comes to scoring, the FIU Panthers average 18.8 points per game. They rank 119th nationally in rushing, with an average of 119.2 yards on the ground. Thus far, the Panthers have amassed 1,892 total yards this season. In terms of touchdowns, they have scored 6 through the air and 3 via ground plays. The team has achieved 95 first downs and incurred 33 penalties totaling 259 yards, alongside 9 turnovers.
On defense, the Panthers have allowed 782 passing yards, ranking them 10th in Division 1. They give up an average of 156.4 yards per game through the air, with a completion percentage of 53.4%. For the season, they have given up 241.8 total yards per contest, placing them 4th in college football. In addition, they have yielded 2 passing touchdowns and 2 rushing touchdowns. Opponents average 2.7 yards per carry, totaling 85.4 rushing yards per game and 427 rushing yards overall. The Panthers rank 6th in Division 1 regarding team defense, limiting opponents to 12.2 points per game.
The Jacksonville State Gamecocks enter this matchup with a 4-2 record. In their last game, they narrowly defeated the Kennesaw State Owls with a score of 27-26. Defensively, the Gamecocks gave up 30 rushing attempts for 117 yards (3.9 yards per carry) and positioned their secondary to allow a completion percentage of 68.6%, resulting in 293 passing yards allowed on 24 completions from 35 attempts. The Gamecocks generated a total of 385 yards on 74 plays (5.2 yards per play) but averaged only 2.5 yards per carry, ending the game with 74 rushing yards on 30 attempts.
Jacksonville State’s offense averages 391.2 yards per game, placing them 73rd in the nation. They have accrued 348 penalty yards over 40 infractions, ranking 46th nationally. The Gamecocks average 146.3 rushing yards per contest and have totaled 878 rushing yards this season. They’ve thrown 5 interceptions, lost 4 fumbles, and secured 131 first downs. In terms of scoring, they average 27.3 points per game, which ranks 82nd in Division 1. They’ve achieved 1,469 passing yards with an average of 244.8 yards per game, placing them at 55th in the country.
On the defensive side, the Gamecocks allow 22.5 points per game, ranking them 62nd nationally. They have given up 971 rushing yards (161.8 yards/game) along with 7 rushing touchdowns throughout the season. Additionally, they’ve surrendered 6 passing touchdowns and allow an average of 174.5 passing yards per game, tying them for 29th in the nation. The Gamecocks’ defense has been involved in 385 plays this season, ranking 94th nationally, with no fumbles recovered and 6 interceptions, leading to a total of 135 points conceded this year.
Who will prevail in tonight’s college football clash between the Panthers and Gamecocks against the spread?
Prediction: Back the Gamecocks -3.5.
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