- Game Preview: UL Monroe Warhawks vs Southern Miss Golden Eagles
- Date of the Match: Saturday, October 25, 2025
- Venue: M. M. Roberts Stadium, Hattiesburg, MS
- Broadcasting on: ESPN+
- Betting Odds: Golden Eagles favored by 12.0 points
- Over/Under Total: 50.5 points
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The UL Monroe Warhawks (3-4) are set to challenge the Southern Miss Golden Eagles (5-2) at M. M. Roberts Stadium on October 25, 2025. As per the latest betting odds, UL Monroe is a 12.0-point underdog, with a total set at 50.5 points.
This season, the UL Monroe Warhawks currently hold a record of 3-4. Their recent performance saw them face the Troy Trojans, suffering a loss with a score of 37-14. In that game, the Warhawks executed 29 rushing attempts, gaining a total of 98 yards, averaging 3.4 yards per carry. Throughout the match, they executed 70 offensive plays, accumulating 326 yards. On defense, they allowed 13 completions from 21 attempts, totaling 223 passing yards, achieving a completion rate of 61.9%. Ground defense was reasonably robust, allowing 91 yards on 32 attempts, averaging out to 2.8 yards per carry.
This year, the Warhawks have amassed a total of 2,279 yards. UL Monroe has achieved 10 touchdown receptions and 6 rushing touchdowns, but has also turned the ball over 11 times. They have successfully completed 121 first downs while racking up 46 penalties for a total of 422 yards. On average, they generate 168.1 rushing yards, placing them 56th in college football. Concerning scoring, the Warhawks average 16.7 points per game.
Defensively, UL Monroe has conceded 1,699 passing yards, ranking them 105th in Division 1. They allow an average of 242.7 passing yards per game with a completion rate of 60.8%. In total, the defense permits an average of 380.0 yards per game, sitting 84th nationally. They have allowed 15 passing touchdowns and 8 rushing touchdowns, permitting opponents to average 4.0 yards per carry and 137.3 rushing yards per game. In total, UL Monroe has conceded 961 rushing yards over 7 games and ranks 115th in Division 1, allowing 30.9 points per game.
The Golden Eagles enter this matchup boasting a 5-2 record for the season. Most recently, they secured a win against the Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns, finishing 22-10. Southern Miss totaled 371 yards in that game after completing 59 offensive plays at an average of 6.3 yards per play. They rushed for 133 yards on 41 attempts at an average of 3.2 yards per carry. On defense, the Golden Eagles faced 48 rushing attempts, giving up 221 yards (4.6 yards per rush). The secondary successfully limited the opposition to a completion percentage of 51.9%, yielding 135 yards on 14 completions from 27 attempts.
With scoring capabilities, the Golden Eagles currently average 30.7 points per game, ranking 53rd nationally. Their offense averages 390.9 yards per game, placing them 67th in Division 1. The team has accrued 393 penalty yards over 50 infractions, ranking 32nd in helping the opposition. They have thrown 4 interceptions and lost 3 fumbles, notching 154 first downs overall. This season, Southern Miss has gained 1,721 passing yards, with an average of 245.9 passing yards per game, positioning them 56th in college football. They also average 145.0 rushing yards per game, totaling 1,015 rushing yards throughout the season.
Defensively, the Golden Eagles allow 25.1 points per game, ranking 75th nationally. They have conceded 1,138 rushing yards (162.6 yards per game) along with 16 rushing touchdowns over the season. In the passing game, they have given up 5 touchdowns and an average of 228.4 passing yards per game, placing them 81st in the nation. Southern Miss’s defense ranks 132nd in the country, having faced a total of 527 plays. They have recovered 3 fumbles and snagged 13 interceptions this season, giving up a total of 176 points so far.
Who will prevail in this exciting clash between the Warhawks and the Golden Eagles?
Expert Recommendation: Consider betting on the Golden Eagles -12.0
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