Jacksonville State vs. Middle Tennessee: Expert Predictions and Betting Offers

Game Details:: Jacksonville State faces Middle Tennessee at Johnny "Red" Floyd Stadium in Murfreesboro, Tenn. Kickoff is at 7:30 p.m. ET.

Betting Odds:: Jacksonville State is favored by 6.5 points, with an over/under of 54.5 points.

Expert Predictions:: Action Network's John Feltman picks Middle Tennessee +6, citing injury uncertainty on the Jacksonville State side and Middle Tennessee's competitive performances despite their record.

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Key Players:: Jacksonville State's Cam Cook has been a rushing powerhouse with 949 yards and 10 touchdowns. Middle Tennessee's quarterback Nicholas Vattiato has 1,673 passing yards and 11 touchdowns.

Strong rushing attack, ranking third in FBS with 276.0 rushing yards per game.

Cam Cook's impressive performance with 949 rushing yards and 10 touchdowns.

Solid defense against the run, ranking in the top 35 in EPA Per Rush.

Nicholas Vattiato's passing ability, with 1,673 yards and 11 touchdowns.

The game is expected to be closely contested, with Middle Tennessee having the potential to keep it within a single score.

Injury uncertainties on Jacksonville State's side could impact their performance.

Weather conditions (cold and rainy) might favor Jacksonville State's stronger rushing game.

Jacksonville State's rushing attack and Middle Tennessee's defense make this an interesting matchup.

Weather conditions could favor a ground-heavy game plan.

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Expert predictions lean towards Middle Tennessee covering the spread.