Quick Lane Bowl Odds and Picks – Prediction for New Mexico State vs Bowling Green Dec 26,2022

Bowling Green (6-6, Mid-American) is a 3.5-point favorite over New Mexico State in the Quick Lane Bowl at 2:30 pm ET Monday, December 26 at Ford Field in Detroit. The Falcons have won four of their last six and finished tied for second in the MAC East.

New Mexico State (6-6, independent) won its final two games to gain bowl eligibility for the first time since 2017. The Aggies, one of seven FBS independents, lost their first four games before their turnaround. They are 3-0-1 in four previous bowl games.

New Mexico State Aggies vs. Bowling Green Falcons
TV: ESPN

MONEY LINE: New Mexico State (+140) vs. Bowling Green (-170)

SPREAD: New Mexico State +3.5 (-114) vs. Bowling Green -3.5 (-106)

GAME TOTAL: Over 47.5 (-115) vs. Under 47.5 (-105)

This is a clash of two offensive styles, as the Aggies have a balanced offensive attack and the Falcons are a pass-first offensive team. Kick-off for this bowl game is scheduled for 2:30 pm ET.

While the production won’t be as high as it may seem, these two teams will both look to establish their playing style early. The New Mexico State Aggies are finding their groove on offense as they have scored over 45 points in their past two games to finish the season. They are controlling the clock and allowing their defense to stay fresh.

Expect that to be the game plan against Bowling Green. The Aggies will establish their game and come away with the victory in the Quick Lane Bowl.

The New Mexico State Aggies got into a bowl game thanks to their balanced offensive attack. Currently, they are averaging 324 yards per game with 169 passing yards and 155 rushing yards. Their balanced approach on offense chews up the game clock and gives their defense the rest it needs.

Their defense is getting better every week. They are currently allowing 339 yards per game and just 24 points against. In four of their last five games, they have given up less than 15 points. They won all four of those games. If the Aggies can establish their defensive game early, they can shut down the Bowling Green attack and win a bowl game.

The Bowling Green Falcons find themselves in a bowl game despite losing in their regular season finale. They finished the season 6-6, but found success with their offense. Their offense has been inconsistent this entire season, but it has the ability to score. They are averaging 23 points per game and 337 total yards per game this season.

Quarterback Matt McDonald is the catalyst for this offense. He has 2639 total yards through the air with 22 touchdowns and just eight interceptions. McDonald has the ability to light the scoreboards up anytime he suits up. If he can get time to make plays, he can make this game a long one for the Aggies defense.

Final Score: 31-28 (New Mexico State)

EXTRA POINTS

1. New Mexico State is 7-5 against the spread.

2. Bowling Green is 4-7-1 against the spread.

3. Both defenses are allowing over 330 yards to opposing teams this season.

Best Bet: New Mexico State ML (+140)
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