Southern Miss (11-2) vs. Nevada (7-5)
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8 PM, ESPN, Saturday, Dec. 24, Honolulu, HI
Why Watch: Southern Miss looks for its first 12 win season in school history. The Eagles have four victories over bowl teams this season, including wins over Virginia and then No. 6 Houston. Catch a peak at Nevada’s high powered rushing attack. The Wolf Pack rush for 251 yards a game and bring in three players with at least 650 yards and a 5.5 average between the three. While the rest of the country might have an average temperature in the 30’s, game time temp is set around 75 in Honolulu. Feel comfortable knowing at least some are warm.
Who to Watch: Keep an eye on a matchup in the passing game. Nevada wideout Rishard Matthews brought in 91 catches to go with 1,364 yards through the air this season. Matthews has also twice gone over 200 yards receiving this year. Stopping Matthews will be in the hands of stellar cornerback duo Deron Wilson and Marquese Wheaton. The two combined for seven interceptions and 29 passes broken up on the season.
How it’s Going Down: A classic offense vs. defense battle. The Wolf Pack rank No. 5 in the country in total offense, while the Golden Eagles bring in a defense that holds the No. 9 ranked pass efficiency defense and averages 7.3 tackles for loss a game. It’s unclear who will be the starter at quarterback for the Wolf Pack as both Cody Fajardo and Tyler Lantrip head in questionable. Whoever plays, they’re going to be harassed. While Southern Miss averages over 37 points a game, it’s the defense that has won them games this season. Defensive standouts Jamie Collins and Cordarro Law – 37 tackles for loss between the two of them, will make the difference in Hawaii. Pick: Southern Miss 40 – Nevada 23
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