The Jacksonville State Gamecocks (0-3) host the Southern Miss Golden Eagles (1-2) at Burgess-Snow Field at JSU Stadium on Saturday, September 21, 2024.
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When is Jacksonville State vs. Southern Miss and when does it start?
This contest between the Gamecocks and Golden Eagles will take place on Saturday, September 21, 2024. Be ready to see the kickoff at 3:00 p.m. ET.
Where to watch Jacksonville State vs. Southern Miss
The Gamecocks and Golden Eagles will hit the field at Burgess-Snow Field at JSU Stadium for this matchup on Sept. 21, and if you’d like to catch the game live, get your tickets now from Vivid Seats!
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Jacksonville State Stats & Insights
The Gamecocks fell to the Eastern Michigan Eagles 37-34 in their most recent outing.
Despite sporting a bottom-25 defense that ranks fourth-worst in the FBS (536.3 yards allowed per game), Jacksonville State has played better on the other side of the ball, ranking 93rd in the FBS offensively putting up 356.7 yards per game.
The Gamecocks own the 63rd-ranked passing offense this season (235.0 passing yards per game), and they’ve been worse defensively, ranking sixth-worst with 310.0 passing yards allowed per game.
With 226.3 rushing yards allowed per game on defense, which ranks eighth-worst in the FBS, Jacksonville State has had to rely on their 99th-ranked running game (121.7 rushing yards per contest) to keep them competitive.
Despite sporting a bottom-25 scoring defense that ranks fourth-worst in the FBS (47.0 points allowed per game), the Gamecocks have played better on offense, ranking 92nd in the FBS by putting up 25.0 points per game.
Southern Miss Stats & Insights
The Golden Eagles are coming off of a loss to the South Florida Bulls by the score of 49-24.
In terms of total offense, Southern Miss ranks 107th in the FBS (325.7 total yards per game) and 92nd on the other side of the ball (384.3 total yards allowed per contest).
In terms of passing, the Golden Eagles rank 52nd in the FBS (253.7 passing yards per game) and 50th on the other side of the ball (178.0 passing yards allowed per contest).
In terms of rushing, this season has been rough for Southern Miss on both sides of the ball, as it is averaging just 72.0 rushing yards per game (seventh-worst) and allowing 206.3 rushing yards per game (16th-worst).
The Golden Eagles rank 24th-worst in points per game (19.7), but they’ve been better defensively, ranking 107th in the FBS with 30.0 points ceded per contest.
Jacksonville State Key Players to Watch
Tyler Huff has thrown for 644 yards (214.7 ypg) to lead Jacksonville State, completing 64% of his passes and recording four touchdown passes and three interceptions this season. He’s also run for 192 yards (64.0 ypg) on 37 carries with one rushing touchdown.
This season Tre Stewart has racked up 124 yards (41.3 per game) on 25 attempts with two touchdowns.
Mike Pettway’s 213 receiving yards (71.0 yards per game) pace all receivers on the team. He’s collected 10 receptions and two touchdowns.
Cam Vaughn has totaled 110 receiving yards (36.7 yards per game) and one touchdown, reeling in nine passes this year.
Demarcus Lacey’s five catches are good enough for 67 yards (22.3 ypg).
Southern Miss Key Players to Watch
Tate Rodemaker has 425 passing yards (141.7 ypg) to lead Southern Miss, completing 61.2% of his passes and collecting four touchdown passes and two interceptions this season.
Rodrigues Clark has carried the ball 34 times for a team-high 122 yards (40.7 per game), with one touchdown this year.
This season Kenyon Clay has rushed for 82 yards (27.3 per game) on seven carries with one touchdown.
Larry Simmons’ 190 receiving yards (63.3 yards per game) lead all receivers on the team. He’s registered nine receptions.
Tiaquelin Mims has totaled 152 receiving yards (50.7 yards per game), hauling in 10 passes this year.
Kyirin Heath’s eight grabs this season have resulted in 108 yards (36.0 ypg) and two touchdowns.
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