The Troy Trojans will be facing off against the South Alabama Jaguars in a Sun Belt Conference West Division matchup on Tuesday night, with the Jaguars looking to break a six-game losing streak to the Trojans. Troy has historically dominated this matchup, winning nine out of the 12 all-time meetings between the two schools. However, Troy is currently struggling with a 1-5 record and a minus-43 point differential this season, while South Alabama sits at 2-4 and has outscored opponents 219-163.
The game is set to kick off at 7:30 p.m. ET at Hancock Whitney Stadium in Mobile, Ala. Troy is averaging 20.7 points per game, while South Alabama boasts an average of 36.5 points. The Jaguars are favored by 13.5 points in the latest odds, with an over/under of 55 points for total points scored. The SportsLine Projection Model, which has a strong track record of success, has made its predictions for this game.
South Alabama is backed by a strong running game led by freshman Fluff Bothwell and junior Kentrel Bullock. Bothwell has rushed for 406 yards on 55 carries with six touchdowns, while Bullock has contributed 325 yards on 52 carries with three touchdowns this season. The Jaguars’ running game has been a key factor in their offensive success and could pose a challenge for Troy’s defense.
On the other hand, Troy’s offense is led by junior quarterback Goose Crowder, whose status for the game is uncertain due to a head injury. Crowder has been impressive this season, completing 69.4% of his passes for 542 yards and five touchdowns. Junior running back Damien Taylor has also been a strong contributor to Troy’s rushing attack, tallying 399 yards on 68 carries with two touchdowns.
Both teams have their strengths and weaknesses, making this matchup an intriguing one to watch. Fans can catch the action on FuboTV and can check out the latest picks and predictions on SportsLine. With both teams looking to bounce back from recent losses, this game is sure to be a competitive and exciting showdown between two Sun Belt Conference rivals.
