Henry Roldán
This fifth week of college football is unquestionably the most exciting so far this season. This week’s fantastic game features Texas A&M vs Mississippi State, two SEC conference rivals aiming to keep their winning ways going.
The Aggies moved from 23rd to 17th among the nation’s best with an important win over another Top-25 team, Arkansas, by a score of 23-21. Meanwhile, the Bulldogs rebounded from their loss to LSU with a 45-14 thrashing of Bowling Green.
Without further ado, JefeBet brings you ourTexas A&M vs Mississippi State predictions and betting preview for the match.
Predictions and Betting Preview for the Texas A&M Aggies vs Mississippi State Bulldogs College Football Game on October 01, 2022
- Where: Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field – Mississippi State, Mississippi.
- When: Saturday, October 01, 2022, 4:00 PM E.T.
Odds courtesy of BetMGM and Unibet.
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Betting on the Texas A&M Aggies
- Regular Season Record: 3-1
- Spread: +4.0 .
- Moneyline from BetMGM: (+150).
- Over/Under: 46.5
Without much solidity but with a lot of efficiency, the Aggies have been slowly adding to their success this season. After their surprising loss in the second week against Appalachian State, they now have a 3-1 record and are looking to keep up their good pace on the road.
Texas A&M’s problem is their offense. They haven’t scored more than 31 points this season and against a very good defense like the Bulldogs, this could certainly cost them. This is evidenced by their failing to manage 350 total yards versus Arkansas; additionally, their quarterback, Max Johnson, only managed 151 yards via the air.
So, how are the Aggies 3-1? Simply put, their defense is among the best in the nation. The 21 points scored by Arkansas last week is the most ever allowed by Texas A&M and its secondary is among the most effective at stopping opposing quarterbacks in the air.
Betting on the Mississippi State Bulldogs
- Regular Season Record: 3-1
- Unibet Spread: -4.0 .
- Moneyline: (-185).
- Over/Under: 46.5
The only setback of the season for the Bulldogs came during their tough visit to LSU. In the rest of the games, the Bulldogs have been unstoppable against their opponents, and they will be a very difficult challenge for Texas A&M at home.
In their three games, they have scored 39 points or more, led by quarterback Will Rogers, who had a historic night against Bowling Green. Thanks to his 409 yards through the air, he now ranks second in the nation in average air yards per game with 346.5. In addition, he completed six TDs last week, a mark for his university and a figure that places him as co-leader in the category with 16.
The defense has not lagged behind. Yes, they allowed 31 points against LSU; however, in the other three games, they allowed no more than 23, and they certainly might keep up this performance against a struggling offense like the Aggies.
JefeBet Prediction
The Aggies won’t have it easy this week. In fact, despite not being ranked in the top 25, the Bulldogs are favorites in Las Vegas, not only because they are playing at home, but also because they have played in a more cohesive way this season.
However, Texas A&M’s defense has been super solid. The offense hasn’t responded and will have trouble against Mississippi State, but the Aggies, who have seen the Under happen in their last four duels overall, will also respond against their opponent’s offense.
Prediction: Under.
