Jacksonville State vs. Georgia Southern Prediction and Picks - September 13, 2025
The NCAA Football season is in full swing this weekend with a matchup between the Georgia Southern Eagles vs Jacksonville State Gamecocks. Look inside for our prediction and picks. The Jacksonville State Gamecocks (1-1) will face the Georgia Southern Eagles (0-2) on September 13, 2025, at 6:00 PM ET at Allen E. Paulson Stadium in Statesboro, GA. The game will air on ESPN+, with kickoff temperatures expected at 79°F. Jacksonville State’s starting quarterback Gavin Wimsatt, enters with 191 passing yards and 1 interception in 2025, while Georgia Southern’s JC French IV has 337 passing yards, 4 touchdowns, and 2 interceptions. The Gamecocks defeated Liberty 34-24 in their last outing, while the Eagles fell 59-20 to USC. Don’t get sacked this football season! Try our College Football Picks!
Jacksonville State’s Resurgence Through the Run Game
Jacksonville State rebounded from a Week 1 loss to UCF with a 34-24 victory over Liberty on September 6. Running back Cam Cook dominated with 195 rushing yards and 2 touchdowns, accounting for 57% of the team’s total offense. Quarterback Gavin Wimsatt added 78 rushing yards and a touchdown, though he struggled through the air, completing just 6 of 12 passes for 52 yards. The defense forced two turnovers, including a critical interception, and recorded four sacks, led by Emmanuel Oyebadejo’s 1.5 sacks. The Gamecocks rank 15th nationally in rushing yards per game (251.5) but 127th in passing yards (104.5).
Jacksonville State averages 22.0 points per game and allows 20.5, ranking 15th nationally in rushing defense. The team converts just 20.0% of third downs but excels in time of possession (32:07). Wide receiver Michael Pettway remains questionable with an undisclosed injury, while quarterback Wimsatt is confirmed to start. The defense has allowed only 20.5 points per game, with linebacker Trevor Woods leading the team with 13 tackles.
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Georgia Southern’s Defensive Woes Continue
Georgia Southern’s 59-20 loss to USC on September 6 extended their winless start to 2025. The Eagles allowed 755 total yards (446 passing, 309 rushing), the worst defensive performance in FBS this season. Quarterback JC French IV threw for 179 yards and two touchdowns but was sacked three times. Wide receiver Camden Brown scored twice, bringing his season total to 3 touchdowns. The Eagles rank 133rd in third-down defense (57.9% conversions allowed) and 107th in rushing defense (330.0 yards per game). Georgia Southern averages 309.5 total yards per game but allows 50.5 points, the highest in FBS.
Georgia Southern’s offense shows flashes of potential, with quarterback JC French IV averaging 196.5 passing yards per game and 4 touchdowns. Receiver Camden Brown has been a standout with 130 receiving yards and 3 touchdowns. However, the rushing attack averages only 113.0 yards per game, and the offensive line has allowed 6 sacks. Quarterback S. Reisig is questionable with a foot injury, and receiver J. Montague Jr. is out for the season with a torn ACL. The Eagles’ +2 turnover margin in Week 1 regressed to 0 after Week 2, reflecting their inconsistency.
Jacksonville State vs. Georgia Southern Pick
Spread Pick for Jacksonville State vs. Georgia Southern
- Jacksonville State +3.5 (4 Units)
Jacksonville State is 4-0-1 against the spread (ATS) in its last five games, covering 80% of spreads. Georgia Southern is 2-3 ATS (40% cover rate) in the same span. The Gamecocks have covered 63% of spreads as underdogs since 2024, while the Eagles are 1-4 ATS in their last five home games. Jacksonville State’s games average 48.4 total points, while Georgia Southern’s average 54.6. The current spread favors Georgia Southern by 3.5 points, but Jacksonville State’s rushing attack and defensive resilience make them a strong cover candidate. Go with Jacksonville State!
Over/Under Pick for Jacksonville State vs. Georgia Southern
- Under 59 (5 Units)
Jacksonville State’s games have gone under the total in 4 of their last 5 contests, averaging 48.4 points. Georgia Southern’s games have exceeded 57.5 points only once in 2025. The Gamecocks allow 20.5 points per game, while the Eagles surrender 50.5. The under is 6-1 in Georgia Southern’s last 7 home games and 4-1 in Jacksonville State’s last 5 September matchups. With both teams prioritizing ball control and Georgia Southern’s defensive vulnerabilities, the under presents value. Go UNDER and Good Luck!
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