Georgia Southern Faces Old Dominion in Key Sun Belt Matchup

A significant Sun Belt football game is set for Thursday night as Old Dominion hosts Georgia Southern at S.B. Ballard Stadium in Norfolk, Virginia. The matchup is crucial for both teams, with kickoff scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET.

Old Dominion enters the game with a record of 2-4 overall and 1-2 in the conference, coming off a surprising 10-3 victory against Appalachian State. Georgia Southern, also at 2-4 and 1-1 in the Sun Belt, is looking to bounce back after a close 27-24 loss to James Madison. The Eagles' quarterback, Max Johnson, had a standout performance in that game, throwing for 343 yards and three touchdowns.

The teams are evenly matched historically, with the series tied at 3-3, but Old Dominion has won the last three encounters, including a decisive 45-10 victory last season. In the latest betting odds, Georgia Southern is favored by 3.5 points, with an over/under set at 46.5 points. SportsLine's model predicts a total of 43 points, suggesting a strong likelihood of the game going under the total.