NCAAF : East Carolina vs Army Odds & Prediction

Game Info: October 19, 2024 12:00PM EDT @ Blaik Field at Michie Stadium

With both sides gearing up for battle, it is evident that the tension is high since East Carolina is looking to keep their record while by contrast, Army is in search of their first win against East Carolina. Present form displays dissimilar outcomes, thus promising an interesting clash. Let us go into the details- Stats, injury updates, and the more enthralling aspects of the game that are coming up!

Betting Odds and Info

These are the latest odds as of writing:

Moneyline: East Carolina +534 , Army -750

Spread: East Carolina +16 , Army -16

Over/Under: 50.5

Team Recent Performance

East Carolina Pirates

On October 6th, they played against Charlotte and lost by a score of 24-55 while on the betting line they were expected to cover a -9.5 and the total went on to more than 47.5. On September 29th, they managed to beat UTSA 30-20, which means they covered a -2.5 point spread but the total went on to be less than the projected figure of 53.5. On September 22nd, they went away to play Liberty and lost 24-35 but managed to cover a +7.5 line although the total went over 55. On September 15th, they played against Appalachian State and lost 19-21 despite the fact that they had a +1.5 margin and the total points registered were below 57.5. On September 8th, they played against Old Dominion and won 20-14, managing to cover a +1.5 margin but the total score was under 54.5.

Army Black Knights

On October 13th, the team defeated UAB by a score of 44-10, covering a large -26.5 spread and under the total of 55.5 points. This was on October 6, when they scored 49-7, covering a -13.5 spread and sailing the over of 50.5. Last week, on September 27th, Army was victorious against Temple, scoring 42-14. In this game they covered -11.5 and went over 46.5. They defeated Boston College in this game 37-14 and covered -7.5 but went over 43.5. Finally, the team visited FAU on September 8th where they won 24-7. The team covered a +1 spread in that match and the game went under 41.5 total points.

Team Head-to-Head Matchup

In their head-to-head comparison, East Carolina stands undefeated at 8-0, whereas Army has yet to win a game, having lost all 8 games. With respect to spread bets, ECU holds a record of 5-2-1 while Army’s standing is 2-5-1. In addition, both teams have had three over games. Season averages show that the offense of East Carolina produces 40 points per game while that of Army produces 24.38 points per game. The rushing statistics are almost equal for both teams (East Carolina: 186, Army: 186.75), whereas East Carolina has a clear advantage in passing as they post an average of 241.75 yards compared to Army’s average of 187.62 yards. In the total yards department, ECU holds an insignificant advantage over Army (427.75 vs. 374.38) and also has a better average regarding turnovers lost (1.5 vs. 2.38).

Team Injuries

East Carolina Pirates

Andrew Conrad (K) is absent from Saturday’s game getting altered due to an undisclosed injury. Shavon Revel (CB) has been placed on Injured Reserve with an ACL tear and will not return this season. However, the status of Javious Bond (RB) has not been declared yet.

Army Black Knights

Due to persistent knee issues, Tyrell Robinson (RB) is considered doubtful for Saturday’s matchup. Kicker Anderson Britton will not be available for the remainder of the season due to a knee injury as well.

SPORTBOOK.AG’s Prediction

The Army Black Knights will win but the East Carolina Pirates will cover the spread with the total going under 50.5.

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