- Matchup: Coastal Carolina Chanticleers vs Louisiana Tech Bulldogs
- Event Date: Tuesday, December 30, 2025
- Venue: Independence Stadium, Shreveport, LA
- Broadcast: ESPN
- Betting Line: Bulldogs favored by 9.5 points
Over/Under Total: 51.5 points
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On December 30, 2025, Independence Stadium will host the clash between the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs (7-5) and the Coastal Carolina Chanticleers (6-6) in the Radiance Technologies Bowl. Coastal Carolina enters this contest as 9.5-point underdogs, with the total set at 51.5.
The Coastal Carolina Chanticleers come into this game with a 6-6 record for the season. In their recent contest, they faced defeat against the James Madison Dukes, losing 59-10. In that game, they executed 62 plays for only 170 yards. The Chanticleers managed to rush the ball 22 times but recorded -5 yards, averaging an astonishing -0.2 yards per attempt. On defense, they allowed 286 rushing yards on 48 carries, equating to 6.0 yards per rush. Additionally, they conceded 239 passing yards on 22 attempts, achieving a completion percentage of 72.7%.
In terms of scoring, the Coastal Carolina Chanticleers average 22.8 points per game. Their ground game generates an average of 164.4 yards per game, placing them 62nd in Division 1. Overall, they’ve amassed 3,866 total yards this season. In terms of touchdown distribution, Coastal Carolina has recorded 14 passing touchdowns and 16 rushing touchdowns. They have also achieved a total of 206 first downs and committed 76 penalties for 634 yards, while turning the ball over 20 times.
Defensively, the Chanticleers have allowed 2,952 passing yards this season, ranking them 108th in Division 1. They give up an average of 246.0 aerial yards per game, along with a completion rate of 63.2%. In total, they yield 456.3 yards per game, placing them 133rd nationally. Opponents have scored 24 touchdowns through the air and 22 on the ground, averaging 5.2 rushing yards per attempt and 210.3 rushing yards per game. This season, they have given up a total of 2,524 rushing yards and rank 128th in Division 1 for team defense, allowing an average of 33.9 points per game.
The Louisiana Tech Bulldogs come into this matchup with a 7-5 record this season. In their latest game, they achieved a solid 42-30 victory against the Missouri State Bears. The Bulldogs’ rushing attack was impressive, averaging 7.6 yards per carry and accumulating 388 yards on 51 attempts. Overall, they totaled 475 yards with 64 plays (averaging 7.4 yards per play). The Bulldogs’ secondary held opponents to a 54.8% completion rate, yielding 294 passing yards on 17 out of 31 attempts, while also allowing 122 rushing yards on 27 carries (4.5 yards per rush).
As for scoring, the Bulldogs rank 69th in college football, averaging 27.7 points per game. Louisiana Tech averages 364.5 yards per game, placing them 86th nationally. Their offense has incurred 907 penalty yards over 90 infractions, ranking 19th in Division 1 for penalties. The Bulldogs have thrown 10 interceptions and allowed opponents to recover 4 fumbles, while achieving 238 first downs. Throughout the season, they have passed for 2,015 yards, averaging 167.9 yards per game, placing them at 117th nationwide, and rushed for a total of 2,359 yards, averaging 196.6 rushing yards per game.
Defensively, Louisiana Tech has allowed 1,704 rushing yards (142.0 yards/game) and 13 rushing touchdowns. They have surrendered 234.4 passing yards per game and 17 passing touchdowns, ranking 95th in the nation. This season, they have conceded a total of 256 points. The Bulldogs’ defense has faced 826 plays, ranking 79th nationally, and allow 21.3 points per game, placing them 37th in college football.
Which team will emerge victorious in this Chanticleers vs Bulldogs college football matchup?
Prediction: Bet on the Chanticleers +9.5
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