EasyPost Hawaii Bowl: San Jose State vs. Coastal Carolina - Complete Preview, Odds, and Predictions
The San Jose State Spartans (7-5) face the Coastal Carolina Chanticleers (7-5) in the 2023 EasyPost Hawaii Bowl, with both teams bringing potent offenses averaging over 400 yards per game.
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Game Details:
- Date: Saturday, December 23
- Time: 7:30 PM PT/8:30 PM MT
- Location: Clarence T.C. Ching Complex, Honolulu, HI
- TV: ESPN
- Odds: San Jose State -9.5
Key Matchup Factors:
- First-ever meeting between these teams
- San Jose State enters on six-game winning streak
- Coastal Carolina lost their last two games
- Chanticleers playing without QB Grayson McCall (transferred to N.C. State)
- Homecoming for SJSU QB Chevan Cordeiro (Hawaii native)
Coastal Carolina Keys to Victory:
- Protect new starter QB Ethan Vasko
- Establish strong running game
- Utilize creative play-calling and trick plays
San Jose State Keys to Victory:
- Leverage running backs Robinson and Conley
- Develop tight end passing game after Mazzotti's transfer
- Apply consistent defensive pressure
Offensive Strengths:
- Both teams average 400+ yards per game
- SJSU features strong rushing attack
- Coastal Carolina brings dynamic offensive scheme
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Prediction: San Jose State's rushing attack and defensive pressure prove decisive in a high-scoring affair. San Jose State 37, Coastal Carolina 33.
