- Matchup: Georgia Southern Eagles vs Old Dominion Monarchs
- Date: Thursday, October 15, 2026
- Venue: S.B. Ballard Stadium, Norfolk, VA
- Broadcast: ESPN2
- Betting Odds: Monarchs (+3.5)
- Over/Under Total: 46.5
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The Old Dominion Monarchs (2-4) are set to face off against the Georgia Southern Eagles (2-4) at S.B. Ballard Stadium on Thursday, October 15, 2026. The Eagles enter this matchup as 3.5-point favorites. The over/under is established at 46.5.
This season, the Georgia Southern Eagles come into this game holding a 2-4 record. Their most recent game ended with a victory against the Coastal Carolina Chanticleers, securing a score of 31-24. In that performance, Georgia Southern executed 57 plays, accumulating 407 total yards. They rushed the ball 26 times, gaining 166 yards for an average of 6.4 yards per carry. On defense, Georgia Southern allowed 142 yards on the ground over 36 attempts, yielding an average of 3.9 yards per rush. Through the air, the Eagles permitted 19 completions on 33 attempts, resulting in 228 yards for a completion rate of 57.6%.
When it comes to scoring, the Georgia Southern Eagles average 24.7 points per game. Their rushing game averages 120.0 yards, ranking them 117th in college football. For the season, they have amassed a total of 2,375 yards. In terms of touchdowns, Georgia Southern has achieved 11 through the air and 8 on the ground. They have garnered 125 first downs while incurring 42 penalties totaling 394 yards. Furthermore, they have turned the ball over 6 times.
Defensively, Georgia Southern has surrendered a total of 1,196 passing yards, placing them 77th in the nation. They allow an average of 199.3 yards per game in the air, accompanied by a completion percentage of 58.2%. Throughout the season, they average 335.8 total yards allowed per contest, ranking 52nd nationally, which includes 12 passing touchdowns and 3 rushing touchdowns surrendered. The Eagles’ run defense permits about 3.7 yards per carry and an average of 136.5 yards on the ground per game. In six games, they have allowed 819 total rushing yards. They rank 76th in Division 1 for points allowed, giving up 24.3 points per game.
The Monarchs enter this contest with a 2-4 record for the current season. Their latest game resulted in a narrow win against the Appalachian State Mountaineers, ending 10-3. In that outing, they accumulated 304 yards over 81 plays, averaging 3.8 yards per play. The Old Dominion rushing attack managed 3.4 yards per carry, for a total of 207 yards on 61 carries. Defensively, they allowed 92 rushing yards on 28 attempts, yielding 3.3 yards per carry, and their passing defense recorded a completion rate against them of just 25.9%, yielding 66 yards on 7 completions out of 27 attempts.
In terms of offensive output, the Monarchs rank 126th in the nation, averaging 18.2 points per game. They produce an average of 266.0 total yards per game, placing them 137th in Division 1. This season, Old Dominion has committed 43 penalties, accumulating 381 yards, ranking 27th in the nation for errors. They have thrown 5 interceptions and lost 8 fumbles, achieving a total of 82 first downs. On the passing front, they have tallied 861 yards through the air, averaging 143.5 yards per game, which ranks 131st nationally, while their rushing statistics reflect 122.5 yards per game from a total of 735 rushing yards.
Defensively, Old Dominion concedes 27.5 points per game, ranking them 101st in Division 1. They’ve allowed 829 rushing yards total, averaging 138.2 yards per game on the ground and have given up 4 rushing touchdowns this season. Through the air, they have yielded 13 touchdowns and an average of 186.0 passing yards per game, positioning them 38th in the nation. The Monarchs’ defense has participated in 416 plays, ranking them 122nd overall. They have claimed 7 fumbles and 4 interceptions during the current season, with a total of 165 points allowed to date.
Who will secure victory in tonight’s Eagles vs. Monarchs college football game against the spread?
Recommendation: Bet on the Monarchs +3.5
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