Who’s Playing
Louisiana @ Arkansas State
Current Records: Louisiana 5-1; Arkansas State 1-5
What to Know
The Arkansas State Red Wolves haven’t won a game against the Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns since Oct. 19 of 2017, but they’ll be looking to end the drought on Thursday. Arkansas State will take on Louisiana at 7:30 p.m. ET at Centennial Bank Stadium after a week off. The Red Wolves are hoping to patch up the holes in a defense that has allowed an average of 46.67 points per contest.
Arkansas State suffered a grim 52-20 defeat to the Coastal Carolina Chanticleers last week. Arkansas State was in a tough position by the half, with the score already sitting at 24 to nothing. Arkansas State’s loss came about despite a quality game from WR Te’Vailance Hunt, who caught six passes for one TD and 138 yards. One of the most thrilling moments was Hunt’s 63-yard TD reception in the third quarter.
Meanwhile, Louisiana ran circles around the Appalachian State Mountaineers on Tuesday, and the extra yardage (464 yards vs. 199 yards) paid off. The Ragin’ Cajuns were the clear victors by a 41-13 margin over Appalachian State. RB Chris Smith and RB Montrell Johnson were among the main playmakers for Louisiana as the former punched in two rushing touchdowns and the latter rushed for one TD and 103 yards on 14 carries.
Louisiana’s defense was a force to be reckoned with, as it collected two interceptions and three fumbles. The picks came courtesy of CB Eric Garror and S Brandon Bishop.
Arkansas State is the clear underdog, so they’re hoping it’s the size of the fight that determines this one. They have failed bettors playing the spread in their past two games, so buyers beware.
Arkansas State is now 1-5 while the Ragin’ Cajuns sit at a mirror-image 5-1. Louisiana is 4-0 after wins this season, and Arkansas State is 0-4 after losses.
How To Watch
- When: Thursday at 7:30 p.m. ET
- Where: Centennial Bank Stadium — Jonesboro, Arkansas
- TV: ESPN University
- Online streaming: fuboTV (Try for free. Regional restrictions may apply.)
- Follow: CBS Sports App
Odds
The Ragin’ Cajuns are a big 18-point favorite against the Red Wolves, according to the latest college football odds.
Over/Under: -110
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Series History
Louisiana have won four out of their last six games against Arkansas State.
- Nov 07, 2020 – Louisiana 27 vs. Arkansas State 20
- Oct 17, 2019 – Louisiana 37 vs. Arkansas State 20
- Oct 27, 2018 – Louisiana 47 vs. Arkansas State 43
- Oct 19, 2017 – Arkansas State 47 vs. Louisiana 3
- Nov 26, 2016 – Louisiana 24 vs. Arkansas State 19
- Oct 20, 2015 – Arkansas State 37 vs. Louisiana 27
