Georgia State Panthers vs Ball State Cardinals 2021 Camellia Bowl

Here’s our Georgia State vs Ball State prediction is for the 2021 TaxAct Camellia Bowl, which will be played on Christmas Day, Saturday December 25. The Georgia State Panthers (7-5) finished tied for second with Coastal Carolina in the Sun Belt with a 6-2 record. In their final five games of the season, the Panthers went 4-1. The Ball State Cardinals (6-6) ended the season in a three-way tie for fourth in the MAC with a 4-4 record. Over their last five games, the Cardinals posted a 2-3 record.

Camellia Bowl Spread and Totals Odds

In the Camellia Bowl, the Panthers are favored in this game with a line of -5.5 (-112). You can bet the underdog Cardinals at +5.5 (-106). The total is 51.0 with the over at -109 and under at -111. The 2021 TaxAct Camellia Bowl will be played at the Cramton Bowl in Montgomery, AL with kickoff at 2:30 pm ET. This bowl game will be broadcast on ESPN. The weather forecast is for partly cloudy skies with temperatures in the low 70s. Winds will be from the SW at 9 mph and gusts up to 27 mph. There is 12 percent chance of precipitation.

Panthers vs Cardinals Warriors Pick - Stats

Our Georgia State vs Ball State prediction notes that in terms of points scored and allowed these two teams are very close. The Panthers are averaging 26.3 PPG and allowing opponents 27.7 PPG. The Cardinals scored 24.4 PPG and permitted opponents 26.5 PPG. On offense, Georgia State focuses on the run, averaging 222.7 YPG. On the other hand, Ball State’s focus is on the pass, averaging 200.5 YPG. On defense, both teams are allowing opponents just over 400 yards per game.

On defense, the Panthers come to the game topping Ball State in sacks (32-23), passes defended (43-28), and fumbles forced and recovered (9/9-5/4). On the other hand, the Cardinals are better on interceptions (15-10).

Georgia State vs Ball State Prediction - Key Players

Panther QB Darren Grainger (1,512 YDs, 57.9%, 16 TDs, 4 INTs, 17 SCKs) and Cardinal signal caller Drew Plitt (2,248 YDs, 60.5%, 17 TDs, 5 INTs, 20 SCKs) are both overall solid. However, Georgia State utilizes its running game over its air attack. Along with QB Grainger, running backs Tucker Gregg and Jamyest Williams have combined for over 2,200 yards and 20 TDs. On defense, Panther safety Antavious Lane (6 PD, 4 INTs), corner Bryquice Brown (10 PD, 2 INTs), and LB Blake Carroll (5.5 SCKs, 2 FF, 1 FR) are premium performers.

Ball State quarterback Drew Plitt will toss to a trio of wideouts, comprised of Jayshon Jackson (57 REC, 683 YDs, 4 TDs), Justin Hall (61 REC, 613 YDs, 5 TDs), and Yo'Heinz Tyler (44 Rec, 435 YDs, 6 TDs). The Cardinals also bring a sound ground attack to this game that is headed by Carson Steele (177 ATT, 829 YDs, 4.7 AVG, 6 TDs). On defense, LB Jaylin Thomas (106 TCKLs, 3 PD, 4 INTs), safety Bryce Cosby (100 TCKLS, 4 SCKs, 2 PD, 2 INT), and DL Tavion Woodard (4.5 TCKLs) are important contributors.

Georgia State vs Ball State Prediction

Our Georgia State vs Ball State prediction likes the over on the total of 51.0 (-109). When it comes to our spread pick, we’re on the line. However, taking everything into consideration, we are going with Georgia State at -5.5 (-112). Have a Merry Christmas!

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2021 Camellia Bowl - Georgia State vs Ball State Summary

Spread - Georgia State -5.5 (-112)

Over/Under - Over 51.0 (-109)