Troy vs South Alabama Week 8 Predictions | College Football Picks Today, Best Bets
John Canady
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The Trojans head to South Alabama for a matchup with the Jaguars to start Week 8 in college football. Troy enters this matchup with a 1-5 record, while South Alabama sits just ahead with a 2-4 record. With both teams hoping to inch towards .500, a win tonight will be pivotal for either squad to continue chasing a bowl game.
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Troy vs South Alabama
- Location: Hancock Whitney Stadium (Mobile, Alabama) | Time: 7:30 PM ET
- Where to Watch: ESPN2
- Spread: South Alabama -11.5, Moneyline: South Alabama -490, Total: 54.5
Troy vs South Alabama Best Bet: South Alabama -11.5
The Jaguars enter this matchup as heavy favorites on their home field and understandably so. South Alabama’s offense has shown flashes all season long, including an 87-10 win over Northwestern State in Week 3. If South Alabama gets going early, their offense could be tough for Troy to slow down.
Troy vs South Alabama Best Total Bet: Over 54.5
Both squads will be desperate for this Sun Belt showdown win. The Jaguars could put up points in a hurry and if Troy falls behind, the Trojans may have to rely on the passing game to keep pace. A final score of 38-20 seems like a realistic outcome.
Troy Best Player Bet: Devonte Ross Any Time Touchdown +115
Devonte Ross has stood out in his third season with the Trojans. The talented wide receiver has been a reliable target for the offense all season and his 555 receiving yards and seven touchdowns prove that. If Troy hopes to compete with South Alabama, they must get their playmakers involved early. That said, the Trojans will likely rely on Ross in this matchup which gives the junior a solid chance to find the endzone before the game ends.
South Alabama Best Player Bet: Jamaal Pritchett 90+ Receiving Yards +130
Jamaal Pritchett has been a focal point in the Jaguars’ offense since the start of the season. The Alabama native is up to 532 yards and five touchdowns. In six games, the talented wide receiver has only been over 90 receiving yards twice. However, against a weak Troy secondary, Pritchett could be in line for a huge game to build off his 137-yard outing against Arkansas State in the Jags’ last matchup.
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