Between the Bets: Three wagers for Georgia-Mississippi State
With Georgia and Mississippi State one day away from kicking off, here are three wagers for the game.
Georgia running back Chauncey Bowens O53.5 -115
Bowens has gone over this line in four of his last five games, with the lone under occurring when he was banged up against Auburn. Mississippi State possesses the second worst rushing defense in the SEC, which should give Bowens plenty of opportunities to cruise past this line. While Bowens will split carries with Nate Frazier, Bowens has been the more productive back and will be the safer option of the two.
Georgia receiver Dillon Bell O30.5 receiving yards -115
Last week, Bell was the wideout to step into injured receiver Colbie Young’s role with four catches for 43 yards and a touchdown. Bell has gone over 30.5 yards in three of Georgia’s last four games and should expect to see four to six targets on Saturday. While Zachariah Branch is Gunner Stockton’s primary option, Bell figures to be next in the progression.
Mississippi State quarterback Blake Shapen O0.5 interception -120
Mississippi State’s offense is built on throwing the ball. When you throw the ball as much as Mississippi State, interceptions are bound to happen. Shapen has thrown a pick in six of Mississippi State’s nine games. If Georgia’s offense can get up a couple of scores early, Mississippi State’s passing volume will provide the Georgia defense with some opportunities for interceptions.
Last week
Branch and Bowens easily went over last week, with the lone loss being Florida quarterback DJ Lagway going well under his 240.5 yardage line. We’ll always take a 2-1 week, but let’s get a sweep this Saturday.
Season to date: 9-9
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