Yesterday’s Results for Ohio vs Jacksonville State

CFB Early Inner Circle Bowl Game - Friday

Analysis: The Ohio Bobcats (10-3) are set to face the Jacksonville State Gamecocks (9-4) in the Staff DNA Cure Bowl on Friday at Camping World Stadium in Orlando, Florida. The Bobcats clinched the Mid-American Conference (MAC) Championship with a decisive 38-3 victory over Miami (OH). Their season includes notable wins and a strong finish, positioning them as a formidable opponent. The Gamecocks secured the Conference USA (C-USA) Championship by defeating Western Kentucky 52-12. Their season was marked by resilience, overcoming early losses to finish strong. Ohio QB Parker Navarro has been instrumental in leading the Bobcats' offense, showcasing both passing and rushing abilities that have kept defenses on their heels. Jacksonville QB Zion Webb has dual-threat capabilities have been pivotal for the Gamecocks, effectively managing both aerial and ground attacks. Both teams enter the bowl game under interim head coaches due to recent departures: Ohio Head Coach Tim Albin departed to accept the head coaching position at Charlotte. Brian Smith has been named the interim head coach for the bowl game and was appointed as the full-time head coach on December 18. Jacksonville State Head Coach Rich Rodriguez left to take the head coaching position at West Virginia. Rod Smith has been appointed as the interim head coach for the Gamecocks. Both teams will be under new leadership, but for me I'm sticking with Ohio here today. Lay the points with the Bobcats.