Georgia Southern and Old Dominion Set for Key Sun Belt Matchup

A significant Sun Belt football game is scheduled for Thursday night as Old Dominion hosts Georgia Southern at S.B. Ballard Stadium in Norfolk, Virginia. The matchup has bowl implications, with Old Dominion holding a record of 2-4 overall and 1-2 in the conference, while Georgia Southern is also at 2-4 with a 1-1 conference record.

Old Dominion recently achieved a notable 10-3 victory over Appalachian State, showcasing a strong defensive performance. In contrast, Georgia Southern is coming off a close 27-24 defeat against James Madison, where quarterback Max Johnson threw for 343 yards and three touchdowns. The historical series between the two teams is tied at 3-3, but Old Dominion has won the last three encounters, including a decisive 45-10 victory last season.

The game kicks off at 7:30 p.m. ET, with Georgia Southern favored by 3 points and an over/under set at 45.5. Georgia Southern has performed well against the spread this season, while Old Dominion has struggled. SportsLine's model predicts a total of 43 points for the game, suggesting a strong likelihood for the Under bet.