Matt Daniels’ OVC Football Picks

Murray State 31

Southeast Missouri 20

-Racers offense comes alive in game of last-place teams. Murray has a bright future, and Jeff Ehrhardt’s play at quarterback gives Matt Griffin his first OVC win while at Murray.

Eastern Illinois 38

Tennessee-Martin 30

-A stark contrast from last year’s 15-9 UTM win. The offenses are on display with each offense totaling more than 400 yards.

Austin Peay 24

Samford 21

-The quarterback play for Austin Peay has been suspect, but Samford’s losing streak continues. Running back Chris Fletcher carries Peay to the win.

Tennessee State 27

Eastern Kentucky 24

-Biggest win for TSU head coach James Webster in his three years there. Colonels can’t stop Antonio Heffner, TSU’s multi-threat QB.

Jacksonville State 35

Tennessee Tech 10

-JSU hitting stride in conference play, with offense and defense both contributing. Tech’s offense is nowhere near what it was like early in the year because of injuries at quarterback.