Defense should carry the day especially with a wind factor. Both teams rank in the top 40 in fewest points allowed per game.

Troy hasn't permitted more than 21 points during its past five games. It's a red flag that Georgia Southern could manage only one touchdown on offense and 216 yards against UL-Monroe last week.

Georgia Southern has held three of its last five opponents to 14 points or fewer.

The clock should keep moving with Georgia Southern running on 79 percent of its plays using a triple-option offense. Troy ranks 26th in run defense.