Saturday, September 6, 2014

Neyland Stadium in Knoxville

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The Sun Belt's Arkansas State Indians will go up against the SEC's Tennessee Volunteers in each team's second game of the season.

Last weekend, Arkansas State was solid on both the offensive and defensive side of the ball against Montana State and came away with a comfortable 37-10 home victory. They rushed for 283 yards in the win, which was a higher total than Montana State's total yardage in the game. Montana State was only able to convert 2 of its 18 third down attempts.

Quarterback Fredi Knighten did well for Arkansas State by passing for 219 yards and one touchdown, while also rushing for 93 yards on 16 attempts. Running backs Michael Gordon, Terrance Hollingsworth and Johnston White each had a touchdown in the win, while wide receiver Tres Houston had eight receptions for 87 yards.

Tennessee dominated Utah State last Sunday on their way to an easy 38-7 win. They were able to hold Utah State to just 244 total yards in the game, while also forcing them into committing three turnovers. The Volunteers dominated time of possession by running a balanced offense and not turning the ball over.

The Volunteers were led by quarterback Justin Worley, who threw for 273 yards and three touchdowns in the win. Running back Marlin Lane rushed for 41 yards and one score, while Von Pearson, Jalen Hurd and Brendan Downs each had a touchdown reception in the game.

Arkansas State Indians Betting Trends

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Tennessee Volunteers Betting Trends

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Injuries to Watch

Arkansas State Indians

09/02/14 DB Frankie Jackson Suspension expected to miss first half Saturday vs. Tennessee U
09/02/14 WR J.D. McKissic Thigh is upgraded to probable Saturday vs. Tennessee U
09/02/14 TE Kenneth Rains Knee out indefinitely
09/02/14 RB Michael Gordon Ribs is upgraded to probable Saturday vs. Tennessee U

Tennessee Volunteers

09/02/14 OT Jacob Gilliam Knee out for season
08/07/14 WR Cody Blanc Achilles out for season

Josh's Pick: Take Tennessee

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