It is a new era of Indiana Hoosiers football with former JMU Head Coach Chris Cignetti taking the reigns. The program suffered through a 3-9 season (1-8 in the Big Ten) in 2023 and has enjoyed two winning seasons since 2007.
Florida International is looking to rebound from a 4-8 season in 2023. It has been rough sledding for FIU for quite a few years as they have not had a winning season since 2018.
We’ve got all the info and analysis you need to know ahead of the game, including the latest info on the how to catch first-pitch, projected pitching matchup, lineup cards, recent team performance, player stats, and of course, our predictions, picks & best bets for the game from our modeling tools and staff of experts.
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Game details & how to watch Panthers vs. Hoosiers Saturday
● Date: Saturday, August 31, 2024
● Time: 3:30PM EST
● Site: Memorial Stadium
● City: Bloomington, OH
● TV/Streaming: BTN
Game odds for Florida International vs. Indiana
● Moneyline: Florida International (+900), Indiana (-1600)
● Spread: Hoosiers -21.5
● Total: 51.5
*odds courtesy of BetMGM
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Brad Thomas (@MrBradThomas) is leaning to the Game Total OVER 51.5
“Indiana was 1-2 ATS as a home favorite last season. However, things should be trending up for the Hoosiers this year! They brought in Ohio stud quarterback Kurtis Rourke and a ton of defensive reinforcements. It could take a while to gel, which makes me think over 51.5 points is a solid angle.”
Vaughn Dalzell (@VmoneySports) is taking Indiana 1Q -6.5
“I graduated from the Indiana University of PA (IUP) and when I was there, so was Curt Cignetti. He’s worked his way up from the DII powerhouse to the Hoosiers and will coach his first game on the sideline of Indiana against FIU. Cignetti landed Ohio transfer Kurtis Rourke at QB, which is a great addition for a strong offensive start, something this team needs. Give me Indiana 1Q -6.5.”
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From the Trading Desk at BetMGM courtesy of John Ewing: College Football Week 1 Highlights
Most bet Overs (tickets)
1. Colorado-North Dakota State 59.5
2. Clemson-Georgia 48.5
3. Akron-Ohio State 59.5
Most bet Unders (tickets)
1. Notre Dame-Texas A&M 46.5
2. Temple-Oklahoma 59.5
3. Fresno State-Michigan 45.5
Most bet underdogs to win (tickets)
1. Notre Dame +125
2. North Dakota-State +270
3. West Virginia +240
Names to Know for Florida International vs. Indiana
· Panthers: WR Kris Mitchell - With 64 receptions for 1,118 yards and seven TDs, Mitchell was an piece of the offense last season for FIU.
· Hoosiers: QB Brendan Sorsby – In 2023, Sorsby passed for 1,587 yards (132.3 per game), completing 57.0% of his throws, with 15 touchdowns and five interceptions in 12 games last year. On the ground, Sorsby scored four touchdowns and accumulated 286 yards
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Top betting trends & insights to know ahead of Panthers vs. Hoosiers
● Hoosiers HC Chris Cignetti has never posted a sub-.500 record in 13 seasons as a Head Coach
● FIU is on the road this week but when they do play at home it will be at the newly named Pitbull Stadium
● The Panthers lost their final four games and seven of their last eight in 2023
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