Fresno State Bulldogs vs Air Force Falcons Prediction, 11/9/2024 College Football Picks, Best Bets & Odds

Game: Fresno State Bulldogs vs Air Force Falcons

Date: Saturday, November 9, 2024

Location: Falcon Stadium in USAF Academy, CO

TV: FOX

Odds/Point Spread: Falcons (+10.5)

Total/Over-Under: 41

The Air Force Falcons (1-7) are hosting the Fresno State Bulldogs (5-4) at Falcon Stadium on Saturday, November 9, 2024. Air Force opens as 10.5-point dogs. The total is set at 41.

The Fresno State Bulldogs step onto the field holding a record of 5-4 for this year. The last time they took the field, the Bulldogs faced off with the Hawaii Warriors and took a loss by a final of 21-20. Against the run, the Bulldogs conceded 102 yards on 36 tries, which averages out to 2.8 yds per rush surrendered. Fresno State relinquished 29 completions on 53 attempts for 244 yds, and a completion percentage of 54.7%. Once the final whistle blew, they ran 52 plays which converted into 176 yards. The Fresno State Bulldogs ended up running the ball 21 times and accumulated 19 yards, which earned them an average of 0.9 yards per carry.

Concerning putting points on the board, the Fresno State Bulldogs hold an average of 27.8 PPG. As a unit they're maintaining an average of 106.3 yards in the run game which ranks them 121st in D-1. The Bulldogs have attained 3,204 total yards over the course of this season. When it comes to distribution of touchdowns, Fresno State has totaled 13 touchdowns through the air and 16 rushing touchdowns. Fresno State has a total of 180 first downs as a team, and they have been called for 52 infractions for 494 yards. They have given the ball to the opposition 13 different times.

Regarding yards through the air, the Bulldogs have given up 1,986 yards which ranks them 85th in D-1. They have conceded 220.7 yards per game via the pass as well as giving up a completion percentage of 53.6%. In total, they are surrendering 348.0 yards per game ranking them 49th in D-1. They have yielded 15 touchdowns by air as well as 8 touchdowns on the ground. The opposition is running for an average of 4.0 yards per rushing attempt and 127.3 rushing yards per game this season. Overall, they have conceded 1,146 rushing yards through 9 games. The Bulldogs sit in 64th in the nation when it comes to their opponents scoring, giving up 24.1 points per contest.

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The Falcons come into this game with a record of 1-7 for this season. When they last stepped on the gridiron, the Falcons took a loss by a final score of 20-3 when they played the Army Black Knights. Air Force ran the ball for 2.9 yards per carry, finishing with a total of 117 yds on 40 attempts. The Falcons finished the game with 209 yds on 60 plays (3.5 yds per play). The Falcons passing defense conceded a completion rate of 55.6%, relinquishing 48 yards on 5 for 9 through the air. Air Force relinquished 43 running attempts for 207 yards (4.8 yards per rush).

When it comes to their scoring prowess, the Falcons are 134th in the country by tallying 13.8 PPG. The Air Force Falcons average 284.5 yards per outing, ranking them 131st in Division 1. The Air Force offense has accrued 290 yds of penalties on 31 violations, which is 133rd in the country in terms of giving up free yards. They have given away 9 picks while letting opponents recover 4 fumbles and they have tallied 126 first downs. During the season thus far, the Falcons have a total of 796 passing yards along with holding an average of 99.5 passing yards per outing, putting them at 133rd in D-1. They are averaging 185.0 yards per game via the rush and have toted the ball for 1,480 yards for the season.

The Falcons are giving up 26.5 points per game, which has them 83rd in Division 1. Air Force has given up a total of 1,563 yards rushing (195.4 yards per game) in addition to 20 touchdowns rushing so far this season. Overall, they have given up 212 points in total. They have allowed the opposition 6 touchdowns from the passing game as well as 170.4 yards/outing, which puts them in 15th in college football. The Falcons defense has participated in 481 plays, which has them sitting 8th in the nation. Their defense has tallied 8 fumbles recovered and 1 picks on the season.

Who will win tonight's Bulldogs/Falcons college football game against the spread?

Guy's Pick: Take the Bulldogs -10.5

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