Written By: Evan PerkinsThe LA Tech Bulldogs (1-0) take on a determined 24th-ranked NC State Wolfpack (1-1) on Saturday, September 14 at noon ET in Raleigh, North Carolina. With the action happening at Carter-Finley Stadium, the Wolfpack are favored with a point spread at -22.0 (-110).
The Bulldogs won their opening battle of the season, 25-17, against the Nicholls Colonels. It was a close matchup throughout, but the Bulldogs had way too many turnovers to keep the game within reach.
Blake Baker completed half his 24 passes for 207 yards and a touchdown. He did throw two interceptions, which did not help the situation on offense. This made it more difficult for the defense since they were on the field more.
The Bulldogs committed five turnovers, had 16 first downs, and gained 386 yards. On defense, they slowed the Bulldogs to 200 yards, a turnover, and just 13 first downs. They even began the game with a safety to add some points on the board.
The offense missed many opportunities. If they have as many turnovers in their battle against the Wolfpack, this matchup will end before the half ends.
The Wolfpack were overpowered in their recent 51-10 loss to the 14th-ranked Tennessee Volunteers. The offense could not produce enough, and the defense could not contain any attack the Vols put up.
Grayson McCall completed 15 of 22 passes, which equaled 104 yards and an interception. Their best offensive weapon was Kevin Concepcion, who had five receptions for 53 yards. The only touchdown they received was an 87-yard interception by Aydan White.
The Wolfpack had three turnovers and put up just 143 yards. Against the Western Carolina Catamounts in week one, they had just one turnover and 522 yards. They must find a way to move the chains efficiently against a motivated Bulldogs team.
They have been averaging 24.0 points a game and allowing 36.0. Of course, the recent loss made the allowed points an outlier, but trends show they are on pace to potentially allow at least 20 points again.
The college football betting odds, courtesy of MyBookie, reveal a potential blowout for the LA Tech Bulldogs vs. NC State Wolfpack matchup. The Wolfpack are 22-point favorites in the comfort of their home stadium, aiming to bounce back.
Looking at market analysis, the Wolfpack has an 80.1 percent chance of victory. They should have no problems winning but must stay aggressive to cover this spread. After an embarrassing loss to the Vols, they must get back on track.
