COLLEGE FOOTBALL

Arkansas State enters with a balanced offense that averages 28.75 points and 378.9 yards per game, led by 242.5 passing yards and 136.4 rushing yards per game. Coastal Carolina is close behind on offense at 26.75 points and 381.5 yards per game, with similar production through the air and on the ground. The difference shows up on defense, where Coastal Carolina allows fewer points per game than Arkansas State’s defense and has been a bit steadier against the pass, while Arkansas State has been more vulnerable in yardage and points allowed.
Coastal Carolina has the slight edge in a game that profiles as a close, lower-margin contest, and the home side is the cleaner value at current market levels. The Chanticleers bring a small defensive advantage and enough offensive balance to project a narrow win, while Arkansas State’s offense keeps the Red Wolves live throughout. My final call is Coastal Carolina 27, Arkansas State 24, with Coastal Carolina on the moneyline as the recommended position.