Via ESPN's returning production, Jacksonville State ranks 29th nationally and Coastal Carolina 114th. The Chants lost 10-year starting QB Grayson McCall (sure felt that way), their two leading receivers and three top tacklers. Rich Rodriguez's Gamecocks were among the best defensive teams in the country last year and should be stout again. They bring back a QB who saw some action in 2023 in Logan Smothers. JSU boasted one of the premier running attacks at 236.6 YPG and 35 rushing touchdowns and returns future NFL offensive lineman Clay Webb, a preseason All-American. CCU allowed nearly 170 yards per game on the ground in 2023 but beat visiting JSU 30-16 behind a strong game from McCall. JSU is 7-1 ATS in its past eight at home.