Georgia State Panthers vs. Georgia Southern Eagles Picks and Prediction for Saturday, October 18, 2025
Use Code SSWC Are you ready for some Week 8 Sun Belt Conference action? The Georgia State Panthers face off against the Georgia Southern Eagles in our Panthers vs. Eagles prediction. Set to unfold at Allen E. Paulson Stadium on October 18th at 7:00 PM ET, this game, airing on ESPN+, promises an intriguing matchup with two teams playing at poor levels this season. Georgia State is 1-5 (0-2 Sun Belt) while Georgia Southern is 2-4 (0-2). With these teams each entering this game on losing streaks, this will be an interesting matchup to see which team can get back in the win column. Rivalries, tempo, trenches — NCAAF picks for Georgia State Panthers vs. Georgia Southern Eagles.
Panthers Looking to Figure Things Out
The Georgia State Panthers are looking to get back on the right track as they are coming off a 41-20 home loss against the Appalachian State Mountaineers on Saturday. They are currently tied for 125th in the NCAA with 18.0 points per game scored. Georgia State’s offense is being led by quarterback TJ Finley, has been able to complete 86-of-136 (63.2%) passes for 816 yards with four passing touchdowns and four interceptions heading into this game. Wide receiver Ted Hurst is definitely making his impact felt as he has 37 catches for 511 yards (13.8 yards per reception) with a pair of receiving touchdowns. Their total offense stands at 333.2 yards per game (108th in NCAA), with the rushing attack unable to get much going as they are putting up only 88.2 yards per game (130th). The passing game has been able to get the team in a good position, though, as they throw for 245.0 passing yards (58th).
Defensively, the Panthers are one of the worst in the nation, giving up 41.2 points per game. The team has been awful as they are allowing 455.5 total yards per game (130th), with their defense unable to get stops on the quarterback, as they have an opposing quarterback rating of 149.2 (121st). If the defense can figure out how to slow things down, they will be in a position to win this game.
Injury Report for Georgia State
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- Running back Ladainian Martin: Undisclosed (Questionable)
- Tight end Wesley Campbell VI: Undisclosed (Questionable)
- Defensive tackle Jartavius Flounoy: Undisclosed (Questionable)
- Offensive tackle Jeremiah McCrimmon: Undisclosed (Questionable)
- Cornerback Isaiah Dunson: Undisclosed (Questionable)
- Linebacker Damaine Wilson: Undisclosed (Questionable)
- Defensive end Sir Mells: Undisclosed (Questionable)
- Defensive tackle Henry Bryant: Undisclosed (Questionable)
- Defensive end Ian Matthews: Undisclosed (Questionable)
- Defensive tackle Dorian Royal: Undisclosed (Questionable)
- Safety Derrick Maxey III: Undisclosed (Questionable)
Eagles Have Their Wings Clipped
The Georgia Southern Eagles are looking to get back on the winning track as they are coming off a 38-35 home loss against the Southern Miss Golden Eagles on Oct. 9. Their offense has been holding their own as they are scoring 27.5 points per game this year, placing them 79th in the NCAA. Quarterback JC French IV is playing well as he has completed 109-of-185 passes (58.9%) for 1,259 yards with nine touchdown passes to six interceptions while also running 52 times for 78 yards (1.5 yards per carry) with three rushing touchdowns. As a team, they are moving the ball at a lesser rate as they are ranked 96th nationally in total yards, averaging 355.4 per game. The Eagles’ passing offense, which averages 228.7 yards per game, places them at 69th in the sport. The rushing game, contributing 126.7 yards per game (101st nationally), has showcased that they can run, but it is not that effective overall.
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The Georgia Southern defense is currently 131st in the sport with 37.5 points allowed per game. They are also allowing too much offense against them as they are 133rd with 471.0 total yards per game. Their rush defense in particular has been awful, allowing 6.0 yards per run (129th).
Injury Report for Georgia Southern
- Tight end River Helms: Undisclosed (Questionable)
- Tight end Elijah Watson: Undisclosed (Questionable)
- Running back Jamarian Samuel: Undisclosed (Questionable)
- Running back Foster Orris: Undisclosed (Questionable)
- Tight end Aubrey Heath: Undisclosed (Questionable)
- Wide receiver Josh Dallas: Undisclosed (Questionable)
- Running back J’Shawn Anderson: Undisclosed (Questionable)
- Defensive back Elijah Ffrench: Undisclosed (Questionable)
- Defensive lineman Latrell Bullard: Undisclosed (Questionable)
- Defensive lineman Da’Shawn Davis: Undisclosed (Questionable)
- Kicker Donal Dempsey: Undisclosed (Questionable)
- Defensive lineman Marcus Downs: Undisclosed (Questionable)
- Defensive lineman Nigel Eldridge Jr: Undisclosed (Questionable)
- Defensive back Fabo Chaney: Undisclosed (Questionable)
- Defensive lineman Korey Jordan: Undisclosed (Questionable)
- Defensive lineman JaMari Whitehead: Undisclosed (Questionable)
- Offensive lineman Caelan Williams: Undisclosed (Questionable)
Georgia State Panthers vs. Georgia Southern Eagles Pick
Spread Pick for Georgia State vs. Georgia Southern
- Georgia State Panthers +6.5 (4 units)
These teams are not doing too well throughout the season, and we are getting 6.5 points here. If you can shop for points and get to +7, this would be a five-unit play. Georgia Southern has the better quarterback play, but their defense is just horrific as Georgia State can simply run the ball incredibly well against them. That is not to mention that the Eagles are dealing with countless injuries on the defensive line, meaning they can be even worse at defending the run as well. All in all, go with the Georgia State Panthers to cover the spread as an underdog.
Over/Under Pick for Georgia State vs. Georgia Southern
- Under 60.5 (4 units)
These defenses may be brutal, but expecting a point per minute from these offenses is tough to believe in. During their losing streaks, these offenses are not putting up enough points to believe in this as the Panthers are scoring only 16.0 points per game while the Eagles are averaging 22.5 points per game in that stretch. Neither side can get big yardage on plays throughout the season either as Georgia State is 111th in the nation with 5.0 yards per play, while Georgia Southern is 94th in the NCAA with 5.4 yards per play. These offenses are going to struggle to score at that consistent of a basis, so go with under 60.5 total points.
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