Published Dec 15, 1:14pm ET by
Gabriel Kozlow - Betting Preview Analyst and Sports Writer
Last updated Dec 15, 1:14pm ET
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Updated Dec 15, 1:17pm ET
Let’s get ready to enjoy the Gasparilla Bowl in Tampa between the Memphis Tigers and the NC State Wolfpack. The game will be played at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida, between two teams that have never faced each other before.
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| MEMPHIS TIGERS | +185 |
| NC STATE WOLFPACK | -225 |
Memphis has not been playing great lately; nonetheless, they get a chance to win their fifth straight bowl game versus the Wolfpack. They come into the game as underdogs at +5.5 and will be looking to put an end to their losing streak.
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Brendon Lewis, their starting QB, has had a decent season with 2,567 passing yards and 15 passing touchdowns. He'll be looking to connect with his main target, Cortez Braham Jr., who has 63 receptions and 8 touchdowns.
The Wolfpack, despite a somewhat mediocre season at 7–5, have been invited to the Gasparilla Bowl for their sixth straight bowl appearance. NC State is currently on a two-game winning streak and is looking to finish its campaign on a high note.
NC State ranks in the top 10 in red-zone efficiency, which speaks to a well-coached team with effective plays in the most important part of the field. Their offense needs to stay cold-blooded and avoid pressing in scoring situations, which they’ve handled impressively so far.
Tampa Bay is ready to host two teams looking to end the year on a positive note. NC State is tagged as the favorite at -5.5, with an over/under of 57.5. The moneylines are -225 for the Wolfpack and +185 for the Tigers.
Since Memphis has been playing so poorly down the stretch, it’s tough to back them here. Our recommended pick is NC State -5.5 on the spread.
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NC State -5.5
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