Louisiana-Monroe vs South Alabama Picks and Prediction – 10/26/2024

The Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks will visit the South Alabama Jaguars on October 26, 2024, in a Sun Belt Conference matchup. Get in on all the action with our free NCAAF picks.

ULM is having an unexpectedly great season, with their record now at 5-1. The Warhawks’ offense, led by quarterback Aidan Armenta, has not been outstanding, but has done enough this year. Armenta has 4 TD's compared to 2 INT's. Defensively, ULM has been uncharacteristically stout, holding a great JMU offense to just 19 points two games ago. ULM followed up with another great showing against Southern Miss, although that was a large step down in competition.

South Alabama, currently 3-4, comes into the game riding high after a convincing 25-9 win over the Troy Trojans. Quarterback Gio Lopez has been instrumental in the Jaguars' success, having thrown for over 1,400 yards and 13 touchdowns this season. Running back Fluff Bothwell, with 459 rushing yards and 6 touchdowns, provides a balanced attack that has kept defenses on their heels. South Alabama’s defense, though not elite, has been solid, allowing 23.5 points per game. Playing at home, the Jaguars are expected to control the tempo, relying on their offensive weapons to keep ULM on the back foot.

South Alabama’s balanced offensive attack and solid home form give them the edge in this contest. This is a great spot to sell high on ULM who has had some easy matchups to pad their win total. South Alabama has a good enough offense to win 31-28, continuing their push for bowl eligibility. Final Score Prediction, South Alabama Jaguars win, but fail to cover 31-28.