Prediction, Game Preview, and Odds for Texas State vs. Troy

Both teams are excited about this moment.

After two close games, Arizona State and Sam Houston beat Texas State by a total of four points.

The team now starts the Sun Belt schedule, which looks pretty good, but first it has to beat a failing Troy team.

Under new head coach Gerard Parker, Troy has had to do some work to get back on track. So far, the team has not been able to get a break.

But getting their first win of the season over an FBS team (their only win was against Florida A&M) could be the spark.

Texas State vs Troy Preview

Texas State vs Troy How to Watch
Date: Thursday, October 3, 2024
Game Time: 7:00 pm ET
Venue: Veterans Memorial Stadium, Troy, AL
How to Watch: ESPNU
Troy (1-4), Texas State (2-2)

Why Texas State Will Win

It is still possible to pass strike.

In order to keep the pressure on, there is a great intermediate air show on one side and a great pass rush on the other. The Bobcats are second in the nation in sacks, can keep things moving with scoring drives coming in a snap, and …

What is the matter then? Turnovers hurt, with three against Arizona State. Being -3 in turnover margin so far also hurts, and Troy does not take the ball away with just one forced mistake so far.

The Trojans make too many mistakes, the special teams are having a hard time, and

Why Troy Will Win

The attack is strong enough to keep up the pace.

Even though Goose Crowder was hurt and the Trojans had to switch quarterbacks a few times, the offense has mostly been able to find ways to move the ball. The only times they could not run were against Iowa and a suddenly great ULM defense.

The crime does not hurt itself. It goes quickly, does not lose the ball, and works well on third downs. But…