A matchup is set between two 8-5 teams from Alabama as the Troy Trojans are set to take on the Jacksonville State Gamecocks in the 2025 Salute to Veterans Bowl on Tuesday. Troy secured its spot after winning its division in the Sun Belt but suffered a defeat in the conference championship against James Madison, finishing 31-14.

On the other hand, Jacksonville State also faced a setback in its title game within Conference USA, narrowly losing to Kennesaw State with a score of 19-15.

Kickoff is scheduled for 9 p.m. ET at the Cramton Bowl located in Montgomery, Alabama, with the Trojans deemed 1.5-point favorites against the Gamecocks. The projected total for the match is 49.5 points. Before placing any wagers, it’s advisable to examine the predictions provided.

Notable Updates:

• Star cornerback Kaleno Levine from Troy has declared for the NFL Draft and will not participate in the game.

Betting Insights

• Troy -1.5 at DraftKings Sportsbook
• Over/Under is set at 49.5 points
• Money Line: Troy -115, Jacksonville State -104
• The SportsLine model has projected a total of 53 points for the matchup, leveraging its simulations, which indicate a strong likelihood of hitting the Over.

Additionally, Jacksonville State’s performance has been characterized by a tendency to score heavily, largely due to their leading rusher Cam Cook, while Troy’s above-average passing attack is expected to face challenges against Jacksonville State’s defense, particularly in away games.

For those seeking the latest on the spread, the model indicates a consistent trend in favor of one side covering over 60% of the time.