Date: Tuesday, October 15, 2024
Location: Aggie Memorial Stadium in Las Cruces, NM
TV: ESPNU
Odds/Point Spread: Aggies (+11.5)
Total/Over-Under: 50
- Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
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The New Mexico State Aggies (1-5) host the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs (2-3) at Aggie Memorial Stadium on Tuesday, October 15, 2024. New Mexico State is 11.0-point underdogs according to the odds. The total points expected in the game is set at 50.
The Louisiana Tech Bulldogs come into this game with a season record of 2-3. In their previous game, they played against the MTSU Blue Raiders and secured a victory with a final score of 48-21. The Bulldogs allowed 60 rushing yards on 21 attempts, averaging 2.9 yards per rush. In terms of passing defense, they allowed 276 yards on 24 completions out of 39 attempts. They had a total of 551 yards from 73 plays, with 222 rushing yards from 45 carries, averaging 4.9 yards per carry.
Throughout the season, the Bulldogs have accumulated 1,832 total yards. They have scored 10 passing touchdowns and 6 rushing touchdowns, while turning the ball over 13 times. With 88 first downs and 26 penalties for 252 yards, Louisiana Tech has shown an offensive average of 106.0 rushing yards per game. They have an average of 24.6 points per game.
Defensively, the Bulldogs have allowed an average of 21.6 points per game. They have given up 93.0 rushing yards per game and 1,069 passing yards in total this season. Louisiana Tech ranks 49th in opponents’ scoring. They are allowing 306.8 yards per game, with 5 passing touchdowns and 5 rushing touchdowns surrendered.
The New Mexico State Aggies, with a record of 1-5, were defeated in their last game by the Jacksonville State Gamecocks with a score of 54-13. They allowed 334 rushing yards on 49 attempts and 196 passing yards on 11 completions out of 18 attempts. The Aggies had 350 total yards from 68 plays, averaging 5.1 yards per play, with 206 rushing yards from 42 carries.
New Mexico State’s offense has averaged 278.2 yards per game, with 382 penalty yards on 43 infractions. They have gained 163.8 rushing yards per game and 7 interceptions thrown. The Aggies have earned 109 first downs and score an average of 18.5 points per game. They have accumulated 686 passing yards this season, with an average of 114.3 passing yards per game.
On the defensive end, the Aggies have allowed an average of 38.2 points per game. They have given up 250.0 rushing yards per game and 21 rushing touchdowns so far. New Mexico State ranks 82nd in passing yards allowed, with 223.5 yards per game, 6 passing touchdowns, and 3 interceptions. They have allowed 229 total points this season.
Free Pick: Take New Mexico State +11.5
