Sun Belt foes meet when the Texas State Bobcats (2-2) and the Troy Trojans (1-4) play on Thursday, October 3, 2024 at Veterans Memorial Stadium (AL).

The Trojans are expected to lose by double digits (currently +13.5) versus the Bobcats (with an over/under of 57 points).

Keep reading to check out our betting primer for this this contest between the Bobcats and the Trojans, and discover all of our betting picks here, too!

Texas State vs. Troy betting lines

• Spread favorite: Bobcats (-13.5)
• Moneyline: Bobcats (-535), Trojans (+388)
• Total: 57 points
• TV Channel: ESPN
• Live Stream: Fubo (Watch for free)

Texas State vs. Troy betting info and stats

Texas State has won once against the spread this season (1-2-0). Texas State has been named the moneyline favorite three times this season, and has put together a 1-2 record in those contests. Troy has won twice against the spread so far this season (2-3-0). When Troy is the underdog by 13.5 points or more, it has covered the spread one time (1-1 ATS). This will be the third time this year Troy is the moneyline underdog, after losing the previous two such games.

Texas State vs. Troy recent stats and trends

Texas State Bobcats

Troy Trojans

• Troy is 2-1 against the spread in its last three games and has a 1-2 straight-up record in those contests.
• The final combined score of the last three Troy games exceeded the set total one time.
• The past three Troy games averaged 12.3 fewer points (44.7) than this matchup’s over/under.

Texas State vs. Troy key players

Texas State Bobcats

• Jordan McCloud has racked up 1,141 yards (285.3 ypg) on 97-of-140 passing with 12 touchdowns compared to three interceptions this season. In addition, he’s added 101 rushing yards (25.3 ypg) on 21 carries while scoring two touchdowns on the ground.
• The team’s top rusher, Ismail Mahdi, has carried the ball 68 times for 307 yards (76.8 per game), scoring one time. He’s also caught 11 passes for 89 yards.
• Lincoln Pare has been handed the ball 29 times this year and racked up 165 yards (41.3 per game) with three touchdowns.
• Jaden Williams has hauled in 22 catches for 292 yards (73 yards per game) to lead the team so far this season. He’s found the end zone three times as a receiver.
• Joey Hobert has caught 26 passes for 272 yards (68 yards per game) and four touchdowns this year.
• Chris Dawn Jr.’s 13 catches have yielded 222 yards and three touchdowns.
• Ben Bell has racked up 2.5 sacks to pace the team, while also recording four TFL and 10 tackles.
• Jordan Polk is the team’s top-tackler this year. He’s racked up 13 tackles and one TFL.
• Bobby Crosby leads the team with one interception, while also putting up four tackles and one pass defended.

Troy Trojans

• Will Crowder has compiled 547 yards (109.4 ypg) while completing 69.8% of his passes and collecting five touchdown passes this season. He’s also run for 63 yards with one touchdown.
• Damien Taylor has run the ball 57 times for 336 yards, with two touchdowns.
• Gerald Green has compiled 196 yards on 44 carries with one touchdown.
• Devonte Ross has totaled 29 receptions this season and his team-high yardage total sits at 530 (106 yards per game). He’s been targeted 43 times and has six touchdowns.
• Zeriah Beason has caught 10 passes and compiled 118 receiving yards (23.6 per game).
• Peyton Higgins’ 21 targets have resulted in 15 grabs for 111 yards.
• Jordan Stringer has racked up one sack to pace the team, while also picking up four TFL and 25 tackles.
• Brendan Jackson is the team’s tackle leader this year. He’s totaled 28 tackles and four TFL.
• Justin Powe leads the team with one interception, while also collecting 24 tackles and one pass defended.