Celebration Bowl Pick: Jackson State vs. South Carolina State

As the College Football Bowl season kicks off with the first bowl game, all eyes are on the Celebration Bowl pick between Jackson State and South Carolina State. Initially, South Carolina State opened as a -1.5 favorite, but heavy betting action has shifted the line, making Jackson State the new -1 favorite. This matchup offers exciting betting opportunities, including the best ATS plays and total over/under picks, as both teams look to make a statement in this historic game.

Cricket Celebration Bowl Winning Pick: Jackson State vs. South Carolina State
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2024 NCAA Division I FBS Football Season | 155th season of college football in the United States
Celebration Bowl: Saturday, December 14th, 2024

Betting Cricket Celebration Bowl Winning Pick

Football betting is picking up on the first bowl game of the season, the Cricket Celebration Bowl.

South Carolina State opened a -1.5 favorite.

Since then, money has landed big time on Jackson State, making the original dog a -1 chalk.

Which team gets it done in the first bowl game of the 2024-2025 College Football Season and what are the best ATS and over/under total plays?

Check out college football odds, analysis, and free picks for Jackson State versus South Carolina State.

2024 Cricket Celebration Bowl: Jackson State Tigers (11-2) vs South Carolina State Bulldogs (9-2)
Saturday, December 14th at 12:00 pm ET – ABC | Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta, GA

ATS Odds: Jackson State -1.5
SU Odds: Jackson State -105 / South Carolina State -115
Over/Under Odds: 54.5

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Why bet Jackson State versus South Carolina State

Since starting the season losing 2 of their first 4 games, Jackson State has gone on a tear, winning 9 straight.

The Tigers have stepped it up on both sides of the ball, dominating teams on the offensive end and holding opponents to under 20 points on defense.

The wins have been spectacular: 51-14 over Miss Valley State, 48-10 over Alcorn State, and 41-13 over Southern.

South Carolina State is much better than those three teams but Jackson State is much better than anyone South Carolina State has faced in the last month as well.

Jackson State Key Players

QB Jacobian Morgan – 2,003 yards, 19 TD, 7 INT
RB Irv Mulligan – 6.5 avg, 1,168 yards, 11 TD
WR Johanes Fortilien – 35 catches, 584 yards, 9 TD, 16.7 avg
DL Jeremiah Williams – 55 tackles, 25 solo tackles, 1 sack
DB Ke’Vric Wiggins Jr. – 26 tackles, 22 solo tackles, 3 INT, 9 PD

Why Bet South Carolina State versus Jackson State

Like Jackson State, South Carolina State’s season didn’t start off great.

The Bulldogs lost 2 of their first 3 games.

Also like Jackson State, SCS went on a fantastic roll, winning 8 straight.

Highlights include a 54-7 eat down of Morgan State and a 65-35 victory over Delaware State.

South Carolina State’s offense predicates on a top passing attack led by quarterback Eric Phoenix.

Phoenix posted Power 4 Conference type stats this season.

A rusher emerged in Kazarius Adams, who stepped it up big time towards the end of the regular season.

Jackson State Key Players

QB Eric Phoenix – 2,469 yards, 20 TD, 7 INT
RB Kazarius Adams – 5.3 avg, 499 yards, 5 TD
WR Caden High – 58 catches, 892 yards, 7 TD, 15.4 avg
LB Aaron Smith – 59 tackles, 39 solo tackles, .5 sack, 1 FF, 1 INT
DB Diego Addison – 37 tackles, 24 solo tackles, 3 INT, 6 PD

2024 Cricket Celebration Bowl Pick for the First Bowl of the Season

South Carolina State’s offense is fantastic but the defense is going to struggle in this.

Jackson State leans on a top rushing attack and a D that revolves around a strong defensive line.

The Tigers should pressure SCS QB Phoenix every time he steps back to pass.

Although South Carolina State will have some success, Jackson State running back Irv Mulligan will help keep SCS’s possessions low.

Jackson State wins and covers in what should be an under contest. (Also, check out our writer’s Rundown on College Football Bowls and New Year’s Six Bowl Picks)

NFL Bowl ATS Pick: Jackson State -1
Celebration Bowl Over/Under Pick: Under 54.5

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What is the Celebration Bowl? Let’s Find Out

The Celebration Bowl is the annual championship game of the NCAA Football Championship Subdivision (FCS).

It features the champions of the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) and the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC).

The game is a significant event for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and showcases the talent and excitement of FCS football.

To stay up-to-date on the latest Celebration Bowl odds, lines, and betting tips, check out our College Football News section, plus more information College Bowl history.

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