We’re Backing Louisiana on the Spread

It’s time to go for Louisiana against the spread, especially with an attractive -5.5 line at 1.91. Our Sun Belt Championship game prediction is that this can be comfortably achieved when playing Marshall.

Louisiana Too Good for Marshall in Previous Matchup

Marshall Thundering Herd have won six on the spin, triumphing 35-33 (OT) in their previous game. This was on the road against James Madison Dukes at Bridgeforth Stadium.

Louisiana Ragin Cajuns have triumphed in back-to-back games. The latest of these was on the road where Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks were beaten 37-23 at Malone Stadium.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Louisiana won the last matchup between the pair. Enjoying a 23-13 triumph when facing Marshall at Joan C. Edwards Stadium.

Marshall vs Louisiana Prediction & Picks

The favorites really stand out in this college football matchup. Back Louisiana against the spread with the confidence that they can cover a -5.5 line at odds of 1.91.

Our football predictions are always well-researched and it starts with a combination of team news and form guide. Once we have a clear idea of what might happen, we match up the latest data.

Key Marshall vs Louisiana stats:

• The -5.5 line has been covered by Louisiana in 4 of their last 5 games.
• The -5.5 line has been covered by Louisiana in 9 of their last 12 games this season.
• The -5.5 line has been covered by Louisiana in 2 consecutive games.
• The +5.5 line hasn’t been covered by Marshall in 6 of their last 10 games on the road.

Louisiana -5.5 Probability

The sportsbooks make it a 52.4% chance that our pick is settled as a winner. Our cappers think there’s a stronger chance of success and calculate the probability to be closer to 60%. It is therefore regarded as a value bet.

We recommend moving the line if you are searching for bigger odds about the same selection. Take your spread pick and get the juice that you want from your bet in the process.

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Correct Score Prediction

Marshall 28 - 35 Louisiana

For those looking to get more bang for their buck, consider a correct score wager on Louisiana. Backing them to win 35-28 means you can land a potential monster return.

Marshall vs Louisiana Odds

The odds and lines are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the betting predictions and bet builder tips.

Louisiana Could Have the Edge Say the Books

Sportsbooks’ favorites Louisiana are regarded as likeliest victors for this college game and the 1.42 about them triumphing means a 70% chance based on their current Moneyline betting odds. Marshall are regarded as a long shot to win and you can currently back them at 2.80.

The current spread is 6 and total points is 58. A Total bet relates to the number of points that will be scored overall. If you’re going for Under 58, this outcome can be backed at 1.96.

The betting sites offer a huge selection of team props and game lines when it comes to most college football games. Make sure you look through all the available options before deciding which bet to place.

Player Props & Micro Betting

You shouldn’t overlook the player props when it comes to betting on individual games. Many gambling sites will give you the chance to get with or bet against a specific player or quarterback when it comes to number of Touchdowns, Passing or Rushing Yards.

For those looking to enjoy a thrilling in-game wager, then college football micro betting could be up your street. You are now able to wager on what will happen on the next snap by staking your money on the Next Play Result.

Last 5 & H2H

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Marshall Thundering Herd Stats

Louisiana Ragin Cajuns Stats

Moneyline

• 8 wins and 2 defeats in the last 10 games
• 3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 8 wins and 2 defeats in the last 10 games
• 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 home games

Point Spread

• +5.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 9 of the last 10 games
• +5.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 4 of the last 10 games on the road

Point Spread

• -5.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 7 of the last 10 games
• -5.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 5 of the last 10 home games

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 58.70 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 51.30 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 57.5: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games
• Over 57.5 on the Road: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 32.40 pts and allowed 26.30 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 20.40 pts and allowed 30.90 pts in the last 10 games on the road

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 60.60 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 62.30 pts in the previous 10 home games
• Over 57.5: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games
• Over 57.5 at Home: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 35.30 pts and allowed 25.30 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 36.60 pts and allowed 25.70 pts in the last 10 home games

NCAAF Standings Select Season 2025/20262024/20252023/20242022/20232021/20222020/20212019/2020

Sun Belt	W	L	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Appalachian State	2	1	76	62	14	1-0	1-1	1L
Old Dominion	2	1	113	59	54	1-0	1-1	2W
Southern Miss	2	1	93	76	17	2-1	0-0	2W
Texas State	2	1	110	97	13	1-0	1-1	1L
James Madison	1	1	59	38	21	1-0	0-1	1L
UL Monroe	1	1	29	73	-44	1-0	0-1	1L
Coastal Carolina	1	2	20	86	-66	1-1	0-1	1L
Georgia Southern	1	2	75	135	-60	1-0	0-2	1W
Georgia State	1	2	60	122	-62	1-1	0-1	1W
Marshall	1	2	65	73	-8	1-1	0-1	1W
Arkansas State	1	2	72	104	-32	1-1	0-1	2L
Louisiana	1	2	56	76	-20	1-1	0-1	1L
South Alabama	1	2	84	85	-1	1-1	0-1	2L
Troy State	1	2	61	75	-14	1-1	0-1	2L