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Ohio vs. South Alabama: Can Jaguars Cover the Spread?
19 Sep
Summary
- South Alabama is a 6.5-point favorite against Ohio.
- Ohio's starting quarterback situation is uncertain due to injuries.
- South Alabama's offense showed promise in a recent loss.
On Saturday, September 19, 2026, the Ohio Bobcats will face the South Alabama Jaguars in Mobile, Alabama. South Alabama enters the game as a 6.5-point favorite, with kickoff set for 7 p.m. ET on ESPN+.
Ohio's quarterback situation is precarious, with their top two signal-callers injured. This uncertainty, combined with other player injuries from a recent four-overtime victory, makes their road trip to Mobile particularly challenging. The Bobcats' offense struggled significantly in that recent win, despite ultimately securing the victory.
Conversely, South Alabama is coming off a narrow loss where their offense performed well, outgaining their opponent. Senior quarterback Bishop Davenport had a strong outing, and the offensive line has exceeded expectations. This sets the stage for a potentially difficult day for Ohio's defense, especially if South Alabama establishes an early lead.
