Ohio Bobcats defeat Jacksonville State Gamecocks 29-27: Recap, Betting Results & AiQ Picks

Sat, Sep 12, 2026 · NCAAF · Jacksonville State Gamecocks 27, Ohio Bobcats 29

Ohio defeated Jacksonville State 29–27 on Saturday at Peden Stadium. The result went over 50 by six points. AiQ finished 2–1 across its graded picks.

Jacksonville State Gamecocks vs. Ohio Bobcats final score and game recap

Jacksonville State struck first with a 7–0 lead in the opening quarter, then extended it to 17–14 by halftime after adding ten points in the second. Ohio answered with ten points in the fourth to tie the game at 24–24. Ohio Bobcats scored a field goal in the sixth quarter and a safety in the eighth to secure the 29–27 victory. Jacksonville State also scored a field goal in the sixth quarter.

Who covered the spread in Jacksonville State Gamecocks vs. Ohio Bobcats?

The spread resulted in a push. Ohio Bobcats were the -2 favorite and won by exactly two points, matching the closing line. The spread opened at -2.5 and tightened to -2 as money drifted toward Jacksonville State. AiQ's pick of Jacksonville State +1.5 at 58% confidence graded as a loss because Ohio won by 2 points, exceeding the 1.5 margin.

Did Jacksonville State Gamecocks vs. Ohio Bobcats go over or under the total?

The game went over. The closing total was 50 and the combined score was 56, delivering an over by six points. The total opened at 50.5 and moved down half a point. AiQ's pick was Over 50.5 with 54% confidence, which won.

How did AiQ's Jacksonville State Gamecocks vs. Ohio Bobcats predictions do?

AiQ finished 2–1 across the graded markets.

AiQ correctly identified the moneyline favorite and the over, but missed the spread.

Jacksonville State Gamecocks vs. Ohio Bobcats odds: sportsbook value and line movement

The market opened Jacksonville State at +103 and Ohio at -124, implying a 47% versus 53% win probability after vig removal. The bookmaker's margin sat at 4.6%. Ohio's -124 line paid $80.65 on a $100 stake. AiQ's pre-game expected value for Ohio at -120 was –3.9%, indicating the price was slightly unfavorable despite the model favoring the Bobcats.

Jacksonville State sits 1–2 overall, unbeaten at home (1–0) but winless on the road (0–2). Against the spread in three games they are 1–1–1, and the total has gone over twice and under once. Ohio stands 1–1, 1–0 at home and 0–1 away. In two games against the spread they are 0–1–1, and both contests have hit the over.

What's next for Jacksonville State Gamecocks and Ohio Bobcats?

Jacksonville State will host the Georgia Southern Eagles on Saturday, September 19. Ohio travels to face the South Alabama Jaguars the same day.