The Spartans will play the Pirates on Saturday, August 31st, 2024. The matchup takes place at Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium. Watch this exciting Week 1 matchup at 6:00 pm EDT. Check local listings for coverage on ESPN+.
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Table of Contents
- Matchup Stats
- Paddy O'Parlay
- Best Odds
- Interactive Odds Example
- Prop Bets
- Recent Meetings
- Team Standings
- Futures Odds
- Team Schedules & Results
- Other Games Today
Key Matchup Stats
The 2024 college football season has begun, with Norfolk State and East Carolina scheduled to matchup at Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium. First, let's review each team's stats from the 2023 season to get an idea of what we can expect on gameday.
- SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings - Norfolk State had a 97.00 conference power ranking in the 2023 season. The conference power ranking for East Carolina in the 2023 season was 93.33.
- Away Norfolk State - At the end of the 2023 regular season, Norfolk State had a 3-4 record as an away team, ranking them 1st in the MEAC Conference for away team wins.
- Home East Carolina - East Carolina finished the 2023 regular season with a 1-5 record as a home team. They ranked 6th in the American Conference for home team wins in 2023.
- Points Scored - Norfolk State wound up 4th (264) in the MEAC Conference, with East Carolina ranked 13th (208) for points scored in the 2023 American Conference.
- Points Against - Norfolk State finished 3rd (325) in the MEAC Conference for points scored by opponents in 2023. East Carolina wound up 12th (269) in the 2023 American Conference for points against.
- Team Records - Norfolk State had a 3-8 regular season overall record, with East Carolina notching a 2-10 regular season standing last year.
Paddy O'Parlay
The "Sports Network" talking heads have nothing on my Irish arse!
Get ready for a wild showdown at Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium this Saturday, August 31st.
Norfolk State faces off against East Carolina in a battle of redemption and pride.
With both teams looking to improve on last season's records, expect a fierce competition.
Norfolk State finished 3-8 last regular season, while East Carolina ended at 2-10.
It's a fresh start for both squads, and anything can happen on the gridiron.
For all the action and excitement, be sure to visit SportsBetting3.com to bet on this game and review the odds below.
Best Spartans at Pirates Odds
| Underdog Norfolk State | Favorite East Carolina |
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| Over | Under |
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| TBD | TBD |
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Matchup Odds FAQs
East Carolina is a -31.5 -110 point spread favorite at BetMGM, while Norfolk State is a +31.5 -110 point spread underdog at BetMGM.
The best over line is 51.5 -110 points at BetMGM, which means you risk $110 to win $100 betting the over. The best under line is 51.5 -110 points at BetMGM, and that means you risk $110 to win $100 betting the under.
College Football Odds Example
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Game |
 BetMGMBet |
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Norfolk State
East Carolina
8/31/24 6:00pm EDT | +31.5 -110-31.5 -110 |
Underdog Norfolk State - Norfolk State bettors risk $100 to win $90.91 at -110 odds.
A +31.5 Norfolk State underdog bet wins if they lose by 31 or fewer, tie, or win outright. Your bet loses if they lose by 32 or more.
Favorite East Carolina - East Carolina bettors risk $100 to win $90.91 at -110 odds.
A -31.5 East Carolina favorite bet wins if they win by 32 or more. Your bet loses if they win by 31 or fewer, tie, or lose outright.
Norfolk State at East Carolina Prop Bets
Important Note: Some states expressly forbid individual college athlete prop bets. The following wagers may not be available depending on your particular state laws.
| BetMGM Bet |
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Norfolk State
East Carolina
8/31/24 6:00pm EDT | Pending BetMGM |
Recent Meetings Since 2020
| Week | Game | Result | Margin |
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| 2024 Week 1 | Norfolk State vs East Carolina Saturday, August 31st, 2024 | ECU 42, NORF 3 Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium | East Carolina by 39 |
Team Standings
| Team | Conf | Conf% | W | L | PF | PA | Home | Away | Strk |
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| MEAC | |||||||||
| Norfolk State | 0-0 | 0.000 | 1 | 2 | 54 | 89 | 1-0 | 0-1 | W1 |
| American | |||||||||
| East Carolina | 0-0 | 0.000 | 2 | 0 | 62 | 17 | 1-0 | 1-0 | W2 |
Norfolk State & East Carolina Futures Odds
Latest NCAA Championship odds, if available, for each team. Review odds for other teams and learn the best College Football bets.
Norfolk State Championship OddsNo NCAA College Football Championship TM Norfolk State YR: futures available
East Carolina Championship Odds|
Team | BetMGM |
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| East Carolina |
Team Schedules & Results
| Week | Matchup | Date & Result |
|---|---|---|
| Week 1 | Norfolk State vs East Carolina | ECU 42, NORF 3 Saturday, August 31st, 2024 |
| Week | Matchup | Date & Result |
|---|---|---|
| Week 1 | Norfolk State vs East Carolina | ECU 42, NORF 3 Saturday, August 31st, 2024 |
| Week 2 | East Carolina vs Old Dominion | ECU 20, ODU 14 Saturday, September 7th, 2024 |
| Week 3 | Appalachian State vs East Carolina | Saturday, September 14th, 2024 4:00 pm EDT |
| Week 4 | East Carolina vs Liberty | Saturday, September 21st, 2024 6:00 pm EDT |
| Week 5 | UTSA vs East Carolina | Saturday, September 28th, 2024 12:00 am EDT |
| Week 6 | East Carolina vs Charlotte | Saturday, October 5th, 2024 12:00 am EDT |
| Week 8 | East Carolina vs Army | Saturday, October 19th, 2024 12:00 pm EDT |
| Week 9 | Temple vs East Carolina | Saturday, October 26th, 2024 12:00 am EDT |
| Week 11 | Florida Atlantic vs East Carolina | Thursday, November 7th, 2024 8:00 pm EST |
| Week 12 | East Carolina vs Tulsa | Thursday, November 14th, 2024 7:30 pm EST |
| Week 13 | East Carolina vs North Texas | Saturday, November 23rd, 2024 12:00 am EST |
| Week 14 | Navy vs East Carolina | Saturday, November 30th, 2024 12:00 am EST |
How to Bet on the Game
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How to Bet on the Norfolk State vs East Carolina College Football Game
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Open a new sports betting account before game time.
Review our list of sports betting sites. Open a new account before the game starts on Saturday, August 31st, 2024 at 6:00 pm EDT, making sure to enter all your personal details correctly. Don't forget to add your bonus code.
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Visit the sportsbook’s cashier, banking, or deposit page.
Navigate to the sportsbook's deposit page. Use your Visa card or MasterCard, or deposit with a bank transfer, or other methods like Paypal.
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Tap to the sportsbook's College Football page, look for the Norfolk State vs East Carolina Game.
Navigate to the sportsbook's College Football page. Next, look for live or upcoming matchups. Select the Norfolk State vs East Carolina Game.
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Choose your bet and place a wager.
Choose your bet and then use the funds you deposited to place a wager. The sportsbook will pay your winnings or deduct a losing wager from your account balance after the game.