- Matchup: Marshall Thundering Herd vs Coastal Carolina Chanticleers
- Date: Thursday, October 30, 2025
- Venue: Brooks Stadium, Conway, SC
- Broadcast: CBSSN
- Point Spread: Chanticleers (+4.0)
- Over-Under Total: 54
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The Marshall Thundering Herd (4-3) are set to visit Brooks Stadium on Thursday, October 30, 2025, to face off against the Coastal Carolina Chanticleers (4-3). The Thundering Herd currently hold a 4.0-point advantage in the betting odds. The projected total for the game is set at 54 points.
As they approach this contest, the Herd carry a 4-3 season record. Their previous outing ended in triumph against the Texas State Bobcats, where they won 40-37. In that game, Marshall executed 48 rushing attempts, gaining 186 yards at an average of 3.9 yards per carry. Overall, they managed 81 plays for a total of 466 yards. Defensively, they allowed the Bobcats to complete 26 of 39 passes for a total of 444 yards, demonstrating a completion rate of 66.7%. When it came to rushing defense, Marshall allowed 114 yards on 44 attempts, averaging 2.6 yards per rush.
In terms of offensive scoring, the Marshall Thundering Herd averages 35.1 points per game. They rank 29th in Division I with an average of 196.1 rushing yards per game, accumulating a total of 2,720 yards this season. When it comes to finding the end zone, Marshall has scored 12 touchdowns through the air and 16 on the ground. The Herd has recorded 143 first downs and faced 52 penalties totaling 451 yards, with 6 turnovers this season.
On the defensive side, the Herd has allowed 1,934 passing yards this season, placing them 110th nationally. They let opponents achieve an average of 276.3 passing yards per game with a completion rate of 57.0%. For the season, they surrender 413.6 yards per game, ranking 113th overall. Marshall’s defense has given up 14 touchdowns via the pass and 13 on the ground, allowing 137.3 rushing yards per game and an average of 3.8 yards per carry. Overall, they rank 114th in the nation in terms of defense, permitting 30.9 points per game.
The Coastal Carolina Chanticleers have also recorded a 4-3 season so far. In their most recent matchup, they secured a victory against the Appalachian State Mountaineers, finishing the game with a score of 45-37. Coastal Carolina’s defense faced 35 rushing attempts for 132 yards (3.8 yards per carry), while their passing defense gave up 27 completions on 41 attempts, totaling 278 yards, resulting in a completion percentage of 65.9%. The Chanticleers concluded their last game with a combined total of 410 yards from 63 plays, averaging 6.5 yards per play. On the ground, they averaged 6.0 yards per carry, compiling 246 yards on 41 attempts.
The Coastal Carolina offense averages 306.9 yards per game, ranking 125th in college football. They have incurred 360 yards in penalties across 42 infractions, placing them 100th in D-1 regarding penalties. Their ground game has averaged 171.1 rushing yards per contest, with a total of 1,198 yards accumulated. However, they have thrown 8 interceptions and lost 7 fumbles while gaining 124 first downs. In scoring terms, the Chanticleers sit at 122nd nationally, averaging 19.0 points per game. Throughout the season, they have amassed 950 passing yards, averaging 135.7 yards through the air per game, which ranks them 131st overall.
Defensively, Coastal Carolina has surrendered a total of 1,262 rushing yards (180.3 yards/game) and 10 rushing touchdowns this season. They have also allowed 11 passing touchdowns and 229.4 yards per game, putting them at 82nd in Division I for passing defense. In total, they have allowed 198 points this season. Their defensive unit has forced 3 fumbles and made 6 interceptions. Participating in 508 plays this season places them at 66th overall in the country. The Chanticleers allow an average of 28.3 points per game, ranking them 96th in D-1.
Who will prevail in tonight’s thrilling matchup between the Thundering Herd and Chanticleers against the spread?
Prediction: Bet on the Chanticleers +4.0
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