Georgia Southern Dominates Maine in Convincing Win
Saturday, September 20, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Allen E. Paulson Stadium
Georgia Southern Eagles 45, Maine Black Bears 17, final. Our NCAAF picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Maine Black Bears vs Georgia Southern Eagles?
Georgia Southern Eagles beat Maine Black Bears 45-17 at Allen E. Paulson Stadium on September 20, 2025.
In a decisive matchup at Allen E. Paulson Stadium, the Georgia Southern Eagles showcased their strength with a commanding 45-17 victory over the Maine Black Bears. This game highlighted the disparity in the teams' recent performances, particularly as Georgia Southern improved its home record to 3-2 while Maine fell to 0-6 on the road this season.
Georgia Southern entered the game with a 2-2 record for the season, but their recent form indicated a stronger side. Over their last ten games, the Eagles boasted a record of 6-4, with an average of 25.5 points scored per game, though they also allowed an average of 30.3 points. Their latest outing before this matchup was a thrilling 41-34 victory against the Jacksonville State Gamecocks, which extended their winning streak to one game. In their last five games, they recorded a 3-2 record, scoring an average of 26.0 points while conceding 32.2.
On the other hand, Maine has struggled significantly this season, entering the game with a dismal 0-4 record. Their recent form was even more concerning, as they had lost their last five games, scoring an average of just 15.6 points while allowing 25.4 points over that stretch. Their most recent game was a narrow 10-13 loss to the Stonehill Skyhawks, further highlighting their difficulties in finding a winning formula.
Historically, Georgia Southern has had the upper hand in previous meetings against Maine. This matchup added to the Eagles' advantage, showcasing their ability to capitalize on home-field advantage. Georgia Southern's home record this season now stands at 3-2, while Maine's away struggles continued, dropping their record to 0-6.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details regarding player availability for either team, but the overall context suggests that Georgia Southern's roster is in a better position to compete effectively.
The betting market reflected the expectations surrounding this game, with Georgia Southern being heavily favored to win, as indicated by the home win probability of 1.0. This line from the market underscored the confidence in Georgia Southern's ability to secure a victory against a struggling Maine team.
Conditions at Allen E. Paulson Stadium were conducive to a strong performance by the Eagles, and they took full advantage of the home environment. The game unfolded with Georgia Southern establishing control early, leading to a significant score differential by the end of the contest.
Viewers should have noted Georgia Southern's offensive capabilities, particularly their ability to score effectively and maintain pressure on the opposing defense. The Eagles' performance in this game not only solidified their home advantage but also showcased their potential as a competitive force in the league moving forward.
Leaders
- Passing yardsJC French IV19/31, 253 YDS, 1 TD, 1 INTGeorgia Southern Eagles
- Rushing yardsOJ Arnold13 CAR, 85 YDS, 1 TDGeorgia Southern Eagles
- Receiving yardsCamden Brown6 REC, 118 YDS, 1 TDGeorgia Southern Eagles
- Passing yardsCarter Peevy13/22, 88 YDSMaine Black Bears
- Rushing yardsSincere Baines7 CAR, 41 YDSMaine Black Bears
- Receiving yardsRashawn Marshall4 REC, 25 YDSMaine Black Bears
Recent form
Georgia Southern Eagles
Last 10: 6-4Streak W125.5 scored · 30.3 allowed per game4-1 at home
- W41-34vs Jacksonville State GamecocksSep 13
- L20-59at USC TrojansSep 6
- L14-42at Fresno State BulldogsAug 31
- W29-20vs App State MountaineersNov 30
- W26-6at Coastal Carolina ChanticleersNov 23
- L20-28vs Troy TrojansNov 16
- W34-30at South Alabama JaguarsNov 2
- L19-47at Old Dominion MonarchsOct 24
- W28-14vs James Madison DukesOct 19
- W24-23vs Marshall Thundering HerdOct 13
Maine Black Bears
Last 10: 2-8Streak L520 scored · 28.7 allowed per game0-6 away
- L10-13vs Stonehill SkyhawksSep 13
- L27-28at William & Mary TribeSep 6
- L7-28at Liberty FlamesAug 30
- L9-27vs New Hampshire WildcatsNov 23
- L25-31at Elon PhoenixNov 16
- W38-26vs Bryant BulldogsNov 9
- L14-59at Oklahoma SoonersNov 2
- L14-24at Rhode Island RamsOct 26
- W35-7vs Villanova WildcatsOct 19
- L21-44at Delaware Blue HensOct 12
Standings
| Team | Overall | In conference |
|---|---|---|
| Maine | 1-0 | 1-0 |
| UAlbany | 1-0 | 1-0 |
| Bryant | 1-0 | 0-0 |
| Campbell | 1-0 | 0-0 |
| Elon | 1-0 | 0-0 |
| Hampton | 1-0 | 0-0 |
| Rhode Island | 1-0 | 0-0 |
| Sacred Heart | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Monmouth | 0-1 | 0-0 |
| North Carolina A&T | 0-1 | 0-0 |
| Stony Brook | 0-1 | 0-0 |
| New Hampshire | 0-1 | 0-1 |
| Towson | 0-1 | 0-1 |
Box score
| Stat | Maine Black Bears | Georgia Southern Eagles |
|---|---|---|
| First downs | 17 | 28 |
| Third downs | 1-12 | 9-15 |
| Fourth downs | 2-6 | 0-0 |
| Total yards | 248 | 516 |
| Net passing yards | 139 | 310 |
| Completions | 19/34 | 22/37 |
| Yards per pass | 4.1 | 8.4 |
| Rushing yards | 109 | 206 |
| Rushing attempts | 30 | 40 |
| Yards per rush | 3.6 | 5.2 |
| Penalties | 3-12 | 8-70 |
| Turnovers | 2 | 2 |
| Fumbles lost | 1 | 1 |
| Interceptions thrown | 1 | 1 |
| Time of possession | 31:30 | 28:30 |
Win probability
Above the line favours Georgia Southern Eagles, below favours Maine Black Bears.
Venue
- Allen E. Paulson StadiumStatesboro, GA
- Attendance23217
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