Jacksonville State vs Louisville Picks and Prediction – 9/7/2024

The Louisville Cardinals remain at home for a second straight game as they host the Jacksonville State Gamecocks. The Cardinals shutout Austin Peay in their season opener 62-0. Louisville rushed for 293 yards and passed for 278 yards in the win. The Cardinals punted 3 times in the win while they forced 11 punts. Stay up to date with our expert's College Football Picks. 

QB Tyler Shough threw for 232 yards and 4 touchdowns in the win. Wide Receiver Ja'Corey Books was the leading receiver who caught 7 passes for 83 yards and a touchdown. Running back Isaac Brown also had a standout game as he rushed for 123 yards on 5 rushes with a touchdown. 

The Jacksonville State Gamecocks lost at home in their season opener 55-27 against Coastal Carolina. Jacksonville State rushed for 123 yards in the loss with 234 passing yards. The Gamecocks had 3 turnovers and were forced to punt 6 times. Jacksonville State allowed at least 10 points in each quarter in the loss. 

The Gamecocks used two quarterbacks in the loss. Tyler Huff went 7/14 for 173 yards, a touchdown, and 2 interceptions. Logan Smothers went 7/13 for 61 yards. Wide Receiver Michael Petteay had one catch for 92 yards which was a touchdown. 

The Louisville Cardinals are a heavy home favorite and for good reason. The Cardinals will be able to put up points again this week which will cause all types of trouble for Jacksonville State. The Gamecocks defense will be put in a few tough spots as they will most likely turn the ball over more than one time again. Lay the points with the home favorite. Final Score Prediction, Louisville Cardinals win and cover ATS 48-16.