UAB Blazers Betting Preview

The UAB Blazers are 14-8 (7-2) this year after they defeated Charlotte by a score of 96-78 in their last game. UAB led 39-30 at halftime and added 57 points in the second half for the win. The Blazers shot 57.1% from the field, 23.5% on three-pointers, and 70.6% on free throws in the game. Alejandro Vasquez led UAB with 26 points and three rebounds, while Yaxel Lendeborg added 22 points and 14 rebounds in the game. 

Prior to that win, the Blazers defeated Tulsa by a score of 78-68 but did lose to Memphis by a score of 100-77 before that. UAB has won seven of their last eight games and they are currently tied for second in the American standings. UAB has scored 84.6 points per game and they have allowed 76.2 points per game, while also averaging 40.8 rebounds and 16.7 assists per game this season. Yaxel Lendeborg is averaging 17.6 points, 10.4 rebounds, and 4.4 assists per game, while Christian Coleman is averaging 11.5 points, 7.2 rebounds, and 1.5 assists per game this year. UAB is shooting 47% from the field, 75.5% on free throws, and 33.6% on three-pointers this season. 

North Texas Mean Green Betting Preview

The North Texas Mean Green are 16-5 (7-2) this season after they lost to UTSA by a score of 54-50 in their last game. North Texas trailed 27-13 at halftime, but they did score 37 points in the second half in the narrow loss. The Mean Green shot 38.3% from the field, 17.6% on three-pointers, and 84.6% on free throws in the game. Grant Newell led North Texas with 14 points and four rebounds, while Brenen Lorient added 11 points and seven rebounds in the game. 

Prior to that loss, the Mean Green defeated Wichita State by a score of 58-54 and FAU by a score of 77-64. North Texas has won six of their last seven games and they are currently tied for second in the American standings with a 7-2 record. North Texas has scored 68.6 points per game and they have allowed 58.9 points per game, while also averaging 33.1 rebounds and 10.1 assists per game this season. Atin Wright is averaging 13.9 points, 2.3 rebounds, and 1.0 steals per game, while Brenen Lorient is averaging 12.5 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 1.3 blocks per game this year. North Texas is shooting 45.2% from the field, 77.1% on free throws, and 36.2% on three-pointers this season. 

Why UAB will beat North Texas

• UAB has won each of its last seven night games.
• UAB has won the first half in each of its last 12 games against non-AP-ranked opponents.

Total Points Facts

• Each of UAB’s last 14 night games against the American Athletic Conference has produced a total of 140+ points.
• Seven of North Texas’ last eight road games have produced a total of 132 or fewer points.

UAB vs North Texas Prediction 

Both of these teams come into this matchup with a 7-2 conference record, so this is a huge game at the top of the AAC standings. North Texas had their winning streak snapped in their last game and they will be on the road for this game. The Mean Green aren’t the best offensively, but they are very good on defense, as they have allowed 54 points in each of their last two games. UAB has won two games in a row and they are scoring over 84 points per game this year. The Blazers have been very high-scoring this year, but they don’t play much defense. North Texas did get the win in the first meeting between these teams by a score of 78-75, but I think UAB’s offense will be too much at home. Take the Blazers here. 

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FAU Owls Betting Preview

The FAU Owls lost to Tulane, beat Rice, and they play UTSA, South Florida, Tulsa, and Charlotte next. The FAU Owls are averaging 80.7 points on 45.9 percent shooting and allowing 77.5 points on 44 percent shooting. Tre Carroll is averaging 12.5 points and 1.5 assists, while Kaleb Glenn is averaging 11.9 points and 4.4 rebounds. Baba Miller is the third double-digit scorer and Leland Walker is grabbing 2.8 rebounds. The FAU Owls are shooting 34 percent from beyond the arc and 69.1 percent from the free throw line. The FAU Owls are allowing 39 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 33.7 rebounds per game.

North Texas Mean Green Betting Preview

The North Texas Mean Green beat UTSA and Temple, and they play Wichita State, UTSA, and UAB next. The North Texas Mean Green are averaging 69.7 points on 45.4 percent shooting and allowing 59.1 points on 41.4 percent shooting. Atin Wright is averaging 13.8 points and 2.2 rebounds, while Brenen Lorient is averaging 12.6 points and 0.9 assists. Latrell Jossell is grabbing 1.3 rebounds and Johnathan Massie is dishing 0.8 assists. The North Texas Mean Green are shooting 37 percent from beyond the arc and 77.3 percent from the free throw line. The North Texas Mean Green are allowing 33.4 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 29.4 rebounds per game.

North Texas vs Florida Atlantic Injury Report

North Texas didn’t have a player listed on its injury report. FAU will continue to be without Mantas Kocanas, Amar Amkou, and Max Langenfeld.

North Texas vs Florida Atlantic Prediction

The FAU Owls aren’t the same team from past years, and their defense continues to head in the wrong direction. FAU has allowed 73 or more points in eight of its last 10 games. Florida Atlantic has also failed to cover six of its last seven games. The North Texas Mean Green are undefeated at home through 10 games, and they’ve covered four of their last five games overall. North Texas is also top five in the country in defensive points allowed. I don’t trust FAU’s ability to get enough stops to beat decent teams, especially on the road. Look for North Texas to remain unbeaten at home while winning by double-digit pints.

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North Texas Mean Green Betting Preview

The North Texas Mean Green beat Houston Christian and UAB, and they play Rice, East Carolina, and UTSA next. The North Texas Mean Green are averaging 68.7 points on 44.3 percent shooting and allowing 57.9 points on 41.3 percent shooting. Atin Wright is averaging 13.5 points and 2 rebounds, while Brenen Lorient is averaging 10.6 points and 0.8 assists. Latrell Jossell is grabbing 1.1 rebounds and Johnathan Massie is dishing 0.7 assists. The North Texas Mean Green are shooting 35.8 percent from beyond the arc and 76.9 percent from the free throw line. The North Texas Mean Green are allowing 32.4 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 28.8 rebounds per game.

Memphis Tigers Betting Preview

The Memphis Tigers beat Ole Miss and Florida Atlantic, and they play East Carolina, Temple, and Charlotte next. The Memphis Tigers are averaging 79.9 points on 46.5 percent shooting and allowing 74.6 points on 41.8 percent shooting. PJ Haggerty is averaging 21.9 points and 5.8 rebounds, while Tyrese Hunter is averaging 15.4 points and 4.1 rebounds. Colby Rogers is the third double-digit scorer and Dain Dainja is grabbing 6.5 rebounds. The Memphis Tigers are shooting 41.2 percent from beyond the arc and 73.8 percent from the free throw line. The Memphis Tigers are allowing 33.4 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 33.6 rebounds per game.

Memphis vs North Texas Injury Report

Neither Memphis nor North Texas have a player listed on its injury report.

Memphis vs North Texas Prediction

The Memphis Tigers are obviously the more talented side, but you’re never sure which team is going to show up from game to game. However, I just can’t get behind North Texas, a team that hasn’t been tested much this season and is 3-6 ATS in its last nine games. With comfortable wins over Ole Miss and FAU, this could be the start where Memphis has found its form and is ready to go on a roll. The North Texas Mean Green just don’t have the offensive horses needed to keep up with a Memphis side that has the far and away more talented roster. Give me Memphis by double-digit points at home.

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North Texas Recap

The North Texas Mean Green come into this game on behalf of the AAC, finishing the year with an overall record of 6-6 this season. North Texas will be looking for their first bowl win since 2013, having lost their last 6 bowl appearances.

Mean Green Push Forward Without Several Key Pieces

The Mean Green will have to forge ahead without starting QB Chandler Morris, who threw for 3,774 yards, 31 touchdowns and 12 interceptions as well as top receiver DT Sheffield, who recorded 822 receiving yards and 11 touchdowns this season. The QB duties will likely be left to true freshman Drew Mestemaker who went just 4 of 5 for 69 yards this season. The good news is it looks like starting RB Shane Porter could play after logging 643 rushing yards with 5 TDs this season. Porter entered the portal but he’s listed on the depth chart for this game for UNT. The Mean Green will also be without their starting TE Oscar Hammond and starting C Tyler Mercer as well as LG Leke Asenuga who was injured at times this season for the Mean Green.

Why the North Texas Mean Green will win

• North Texas has won five of its last six games against non-conference opponents.
• Texas State has failed to cover the spread in three of its last four games against non-conference opponents.

Texas State Recap

The Texas State Bobcats come into this bowl game on behalf of the Sun Belt at 7-5 on the year. Texas State will look to make it 2 for 2 in bowl games under G.J. Kinne after winning last year’s First Responder Bowl against Rice.

Bobcats Looking For Answers Themselves

The Bobcats have a fair amount of returning production for this game, at least an advantage over North Texas in terms of the amount of returning production, but the Bobcats do lose their starting RB Ismail Mahdi who had 991 rushing yards and 4 touchdowns this season. The Bobcats will also be without RT Alex Harkey as well as top CB Josh Eaton and a pair of defensive tackles in Terry Webb and Tavian Coleman who both hit the transfer portal. The big thing to watch for in this game is how much we see of Texas State QB Jordan McCloud. There’s been rumblings that he will see limited action in this game and would be replaced fairly early in this game, so if you’re planning on backing the Bobcats, just be forewarned.

Why the Texas State Bobcats will win

• North Texas has lost each of its last six games against non-conference opponents at neutral venues.
• The favorite has won 10 of North Texas’ last 11 games.
• North Texas has failed to cover the spread in each of its last five games.
• Texas State has covered the spread in each of its last four games against opponents from the American Athletic Conference.

Total Points Facts

• Eleven of North Texas’ last 12 games against non-conference opponents have gone OVER the total points line.
• Each of Texas State’s last four games against non-AP-ranked teams have gone OVER the total points line.

Texas State vs North Texas Prediction

With all of that said, I feel comfortable backing the under here. I know it’s a crazy take considering the offensive outbursts that both teams had more often than not this season. Still, there’s just so much uncertainty and missing talent on both sides that it’s somewhat hard to see where points will come from here. This for me feels like a game that hits the mid 50s at best so give me the under.

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North Texas Looks to Bounce Back

North Texas in the last game faced off against Utah State and they gave up only 61 points but the offense only scored 57 points and that led to the defeat. Guard Atin Wright had a strong game, putting up 17 points, two rebounds, and one assist, but the rest of the team’s scoring just wasn’t good enough. North Texas overall this season is averaging 66.4 points per game while their defense is giving up 56.3 points per game. The defense is ranked 2nd best in the league and they are going to need the defense to step up in a big way again here. Atin Wright is averaging 13.2 points and he’s going to need to have a big game here. North Texas will play against Mississippi Valley State, App State, Houston Christian, and UAB following this game. 

Can High Point Play Better?

High Point in the last game faced off against UNC Greensboro and they weren’t good enough. High Point scored 68 points but it wasn’t enough as the defense gave up 72 points. High Point had three different players that put up at least 10 points. Kimani Hamilton put up 13 points, two rebounds, and one assist. High Point on the season is averaging 75.6 points while their defense is giving 65.3 points per game. The offense is ranked 189th in the league while the defense is ranked 58th in the league. D’Maurian Williams is having a strong season averaging 15.6 points while shooting 53.4 percent from the field. 

Why High Point Will Beat North Texas

• High Point has won each of its last 10 night games against non-conference opponents at Qubein Center.

High Point vs North Texas Prediction

This total is too high. The North Texas defense has been strong all season, giving up only 56.3 points per game, and they are going to step up in a big way here. High Point’s offense is averaging 75.6 points, but they are going to really struggle to get the offense going here. North Texas is also going to really struggle to get the offense going and this game will end up staying under the total. Back the under to cash. 

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Utah State Aggies Betting Preview

The Aggies have gotten through a half-dozen games so far, unscathed the whole way. Utah State has taken out Alcorn State, Charlotte, Westminster UT, Montana, Iowa, and St. Bonaventure in succession during that time.

On Thursday versus the Bonnies, Utah State was down 30-25 at halftime. The Aggies surged on a 47-37 run from there and took the comeback win 72-67. Mason Falslev doubled up on 15 points and 12 rebounds to lead the way.

North Texas Mean Green Betting Preview

Over on the North Texas side, they took out Evansville, WBU, and Minnesota in their first three outings before a loss to McNeese State. The Green recovered with wins over Texas Wesleyan, Oregon State, and Northern Iowa in the next trio.

In their Thanksgiving matchup versus Northern Iowa, the Mean Green held a solid 34-21 edge at the break. North Texas closed on a 34-27 run and took the win 68-48. Atin Wright led the way with 18 points and two boards.

Why the North Texas Mean Green will win

• North Texas has won seven of its last eight night games.
• North Texas has won the first half in 29 of its last 34 night games against non-AP-ranked opponents.

Why the Utah State Aggies will win

• Utah State has won each of its last 13 night games against non-conference opponents.
• Utah State has won the first half in 13 of its last 16 night games against non-conference opponents.

Total Points Facts

• Each of North Texas’ last 16 games against non-conference opponents at neutral venues has produced a total of 132 or fewer points.
• Each of Utah State’s last 12 games has produced a total of 139+ points.

Matchup/League Facts

• North Texas ranks 1st among Division 1 teams for opponent field goal attempts per game this season (46.0).
• North Texas ranks 3rd among Division 1 teams for opponent points per game this season (55.6).
• Utah State ranks 1st among Division 1 teams for offensive rating this season (130.6).
• Utah State ranks 1st among Division 1 teams for defensive rating this season (90.6).

North Texas  vs Utah State Prediction

I’ll lean toward Utah State. The Aggies started slowly against St. Bonaventure in Thursday’s matchup but played a disciplined game ball-control-wise with just eight turnovers. The 22-of-28 rate at the line proved to be the difference, as Utah State hit just 34.4 percent from the field and 6-of-28 (21.4 percent) from 3-point range. The good news is that the Aggies have scored 72 or more points in all six games this year; the bad news is that they let the Bonnies get a little too close on Thursday.

As for the Mean Green, they’ll be able to give the Aggies some trouble here if all goes well. North Texas hit 50 percent rom the field with a 33-26 rebounding advantage versus Northern Iowa in Thursday’s matchup, so the Green should be able to give Utah State a game here. In the end, I like the Aggies to stay in control, however.

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Northern Iowa Coming Off Big Win

Northern Iowa is above .500 and they are coming off a victory in the last game. In the last game against Western Illinois, Northern Iowa scored 82 points and the defense gave up only 56 points on the way to the win. Guard Trey Campbell put up 18 points, four assists, and three rebounds. There were three different players that put up at least 13 points. Two games ago against Wichita State, they scored 73 points and they ended up losing by six points. Northern Iowa on the season is averaging 79.6 points while their defense is giving up 67.4 points per game. The offense is ranked 126th in the league while the defense is ranked 110th. 

North Texas Has Won Two Games in a Row

North Texas has won two games in a row and they have confidence heading into this game. Two games ago against Texas Wesleyan, they were able to secure a 73-66 victory and in the last game against Oregon State, they were able to secure a 58-55 victory. Latrell Jossell had a strong game putting up 15 points. There were three different players that put up at least 14 points. North Texas is averaging 67.8 points while their defense is giving up 56.8 points per game. The offense is ranked 318th in the league while the defense is ranked 5th in the league. Ain Wright is averaging 11.8 points while shooting 33.3 percent from the field. 

North Texas vs Northern Iowa Prediction

Give me Northern Iowa getting the points here. Northern Iowa is having a good offensive season averaging 79.6 points per game and they are going to have no issue running up the score here. North Texas is averaging only 67.8 points per game and their defense isn’t going to be as good this season. I think Northern Iowa wins this game outright, but we will take the points to be safe. Back Northern Iowa against the spread. 

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Temple Owls Betting Preview

The Temple Owls are 3-8 (2-5) this year after they lost to UTSA by a score of 51-27 in their last game. Temple trailed 28-17 at the half and cut the deficit to 31-24 in the third, but couldn’t get any closer in the loss. The Owls were outgained by a total of 529-289, tied the turnover battle at three, and went 2-15 on third down in the game. Evan Simon threw for 219 yards, two touchdowns, and two interceptions, while Dante Wright caught five passes for 128 yards and two scores. 

Prior to that game, the Owls defeated FAU by a score of 18-15 but did lose to Tulane and East Carolina before that. The Temple offense has scored 19.8 points per game with 211.3 passing yards and 94.2 rushing yards per game, while the defense has allowed 36.5 points per game this season. Evan Simon has completed 58.3% of his passes for 1,764 yards, 15 touchdowns, and eight interceptions, while Dante Wright has caught 61 passes for 792 yards and six scores. 

North Texas Mean Green Betting Preview

The North Texas Mean Green are 5-6 (2-5) this season after they lost to East Carolina by a score of 40-28 in their last game. North Texas led 21-0 in the second quarter, but they allowed the next 31 points for the loss. The Mean Green were outgained by a total of 553-447, lost the turnover battle 2-1, and went 7-16 on third down in the game. Chandler Morris threw for 266 yards and three touchdowns, while Shane Porter rushed for 74 yards on 17 carries. 

Prior to that game, the Mean Green lost four games in a row against UTSA, Army, Tulane, and Memphis. The UNT offense has scored 34.9 points per game with 335.8 passing yards and 157.9 rushing yards per game, while the defense has allowed 36.1 points per game this season. Chandler Morris has completed 64% of his passes for 3,594 yards, 30 touchdowns, and 12 interceptions, while DT Sheffield has caught 62 passes for 775 yards and 10 scores. 

Why North Texas will beat Temple

• The favorite has won each of Temple’s last seven games.
• Temple has lost 26 of its last 30 games against conference opponents.
• The favorite has covered the spread in each of Temple’s last five games.
• Temple has failed to cover the spread in each of its last four November games as an underdog against non-AP-ranked teams.
• Temple has lost the first half in seven of its last eight games against conference opponents.

Total Points Facts

• Eight of Temple’s last nine games as a home underdog have gone OVER the total points line.
• Seven of North Texas’ last eight games against non-AP-ranked teams have gone OVER the total points line.

Matchup/League Facts

• Temple ranks 132nd among FBS teams for Q1 points per game this season (2.4).
• Temple ranks 131st among FBS teams for Q3 opponent points per game this season (9.9).
• North Texas ranks 3rd among FBS teams for Q3 points per game this season (11.0).
• North Texas ranks 3rd among FBS teams for yards per game this season (493.7).

Temple vs North Texas Prediction 

North Texas comes into this matchup looking to get their sixth win of the season, but they have lost five games in a row and will be on the road here. The Mean Green have a great passing attack, but their defense has allowed at least 30 points in four of their last five games. Temple has lost three of their last four games and their defense has allowed at least 51 points in those three losses. I don’t have any faith in either defense, but I like the North Texas offense much more than Temple’s. Take North Texas here. 

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Oregon State Recap

The Oregon State Beavers come into this game looking to rebound from their first loss of the year, falling to 4-1 with a 78-75 loss to Oregon. After this game, Oregon State will take on UC Davis at home

Beavers Looking For First Bounce Back

Michael Rataj leads the Beavers in scoring and rebounding with 16.2 PPG and 9.6 RPG while Nate Kingz has 13.8 PPG and Damarco Minor has 10.8 PPG with 4.8 RPG and a team-high 4.6 APG with 2.8 SPG to cap off the trio of double-digit scorers for Oregon State up to this point in the year. Parsa Fallah also has 9.8 PPG with 4.4 RPG on the year. As a team, Oregon State is averaging 79 PPG on 48% shooting from the field, 35.7% from three, and 74.2% from the foul line this season.

Why the Oregon State Beavers will win

• Oregon State has won eight of its last nine games against non-conference opponents.

North Texas Recap

The North Texas Mean Green will be out to build on their 73-66 win over subdivision Teas Wesleyan last time out to improve to 4-1 on the year. After this game, North Texas will head out for a date with Northern Iowa and High Point.

Mean Green Looking To Pick Up Steam

Atin Wright leads the Mean Green in scoring with 13.2 PPG while Johnathan Massie also has 10.2 PPG with 6.6 RPG to lead North Texas on the boards as the only other double-digit scorer for North Texas so far this season. Jasper Floyd also has 9.6 PPG with 3.4 RPG and a team-high 5 APG to lead the Mean Green in the assist department while Brenen Lorient has 8.6 PPG with 4 RPG. As a team, North Texas is averaging 69.6 PPG on 42% shooting from the field, 35.6% from three, and 74.5% from the foul line this season.

Why the North Texas Mean Green will win

• North Texas has won each of its last nine games against non-conference opponents at The Super Pit.
• Oregon State has lost 12 of its last 14 night games following a home loss.

North Texas vs Oregon State Prediction

I’m on Oregon State and the points here. I just think that this is going to be a game where points are at a premium and when that’s the case, if I’m catching a decent number, I want to be on the underdog. This is still a solid team under Wayne Tinkle for the Beavers and while North Texas has the marquee win over Minnesota, the Mean Green also has a pair of wins over subdivision teams as well. I’ll side with Oregon State here.

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Can East Carolina Finish the Season Strong?

East Carolina is suddenly playing with a ton of confidence and they have won three games in a row. In the last game against Tulsa, East Carolina scored 38 points and they ended up winning by seven points. Katin Houser had a huge game completing 24 of his 37 passes for 314 yards, one touchdown, and three interceptions. The interceptions were a major issue and they are going to need that cleaned up here. East Carolina has been averaging a total of 33 points scored per game. This puts them in the 32nd position when compared to other offenses in college football so far this year. Their defense has given up 27.2 points per game, giving them the 84th spot in the rankings for defense.

Why East Carolina Will Beat North Texas

• North Texas has lost each of its last four games against conference opponents.
• East Carolina has won each of its last three games.
• North Texas has failed to cover the spread in four of its last five games against conference opponents.
• East Carolina has covered the spread in three of its last four games.

North Texas Suddenly Struggling

North Texas is suddenly struggling and they have lost four games in a row. Remember when they were 5-1? That now seems like a long time ago. In the last game against UTSA, North Texas scored 27 points but the defense gave up 48 points and that led to the defeat. Chandler Morris completed 21 of his 36 passes for 241 yards, one touchdown, and two interceptions. North Texas has scored an average of 35.6 points per game so far this season. This ranks them 16th amongst other offenses in college football. However, defensively they have allowed an average of 35.7 points per game ranking them down at 124th.

East Carolina vs North Texas Prediction

North Texas still refuses to play any sort of defense and that is going to be the difference here. They are averaging 35.6 points per game but their defense is giving up 35.7 points per game. North Texas is going to run up the score, but their defense is going to be a problem and this game is going to be a shootout. Both teams are going to get close to the 40-point mark. Back the over to cash here. 

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North Texas Mean Green Betting Preview

The Mean Green have done quite well so far, notching a trio of wins over their first three outings. North Texas dispatched Evansville 80-63 in their opener, then took care of Wayland Baptist in a blowout 80-38 win in game two.

Back on Wednesday in the Minnesota game, the Mean Green held a 23-14 edge after the first half. North Texas was outscored 37-31 from there but held on for the thrilling 54-51 road victory. Top scorer Rondel Walker posted 14 points as the only team player in double-figures. North Texas will take on Oregon State, Northern Iowa, and High Point after this one. 

McNeese State Cowboys Betting Preview

Over on the McNeese side, they split their first two games. The opener was a matchup with South Dakota State which turned into an 80-73 loss. The Cowboys got a softer matchup versus the College of Biblical Studies in game two for a 111-57 blowout victory.

The Cowboys had a tough challenge ahead of them in the Alabama game last Monday. McNeese was down 41-30 by halftime and ended up falling 72-64. Sincere Parker was the lead scorer with 19 points and three boards.

Why the McNeese State Cowboys will win

• McNeese State has won each of its last 20 home games.
• North Texas has lost each of its last three road games following a road win.
• McNeese State has won the first half in each of its last 12 home games against non-AP-ranked opponents.

Why the North Texas Mean Green will win

• North Texas has won 11 of its last 12 night games against non-conference opponents.
• McNeese State has lost five of its last six games against the American Athletic Conference.
• North Texas has won the first half in 18 of its last 19 night games against non-conference opponents.

McNeese vs North Texas Prediction

I’ll probably just stay with North Texas. The Mean Green are coming off a nice road win over Minnesota. North Texas shot a tepid 37.7 percent from the field with a 39-37 rebounding deficit in that one but held the Gophers to just 31.3 percent shooting on the other side. The 13 Minnesota turnovers helped as well.

As for McNeese, they didn’t play too badly against a great Alabama team last week. The Cowboys hit 39.3 percent from the field with 35 rebounds in that one but also had zero blocks and only three assists. North Texas will be much closer to McNeese’s wheelhouse but I don’t think the Cowboys will cover/win in the end.

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Can UTSA Build on the Last Game?

UTSA in the last game faced off against the Memphis Tigers and they were able to secure a 44-36 victory. Owen McCown had a huge game completing 20 of his 37 passes for 280 yards, four touchdowns, and zero interceptions. Even though the offense was good, the top rusher was also McCown who only had 28 rushing yards and a more balanced attack would be helpful here. 

UTSA on the season is averaging 29.3 points while their defense is giving up 32.6 points per game. The offense is ranked 55th in the league while the defense is ranked 113th. In this game, the defense is going to need to step up in a big way.

North Texas Suddenly Struggling

North Texas is suddenly struggling heading into this game as they have lost three games in a row. In the last game, the offense had a shocking terrible game scoring only three points against Army and that led to the defeat. Chandler Morris completed 24 of his 37 passes for 214 yards, zero touchdowns, and two interceptions. Damon Ward Jr had a strong game putting up four catches for 66 yards but it wasn’t enough. 

Overall this season, North Texas is averaging 36.6 points while their defense is giving up 34.3 points per game. They like to push the pace with the offense, but the defense overall has been a major issue for this team. North Texas will meet East Carolina after this game.

UTSA vs North Texas Prediction

Give me the home underdog here. UTSA is a perfect 4-0 at home this season and North Texas’s offense showed some struggles in the last game. UTSA’s offense is going to have no issue running up the score against the North Texas defense and that is going to be the difference here as the home team is going to come out on top. UTSA is going to score at least 35 points here. Back North Texas against the spread. 

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Army Stays Perfect

Army has had a perfect to start the season and they come into this game with an 8-0 record overall. In the last game, Army’s offense was without their starting quarterback and they were able to secure the 20-3 victory over Air Force. Dewayne Coleman started at quarterback and he completed 5 of his 8 passes for 48 yards. He also rushed 16 times for 42 yards. Kanye Udoh was the star of the show on the ground finishing with 22 carries for 158 yards and two touchdowns. 

Army on the season is averaging 37.8 points while their defense is giving up 11.3 points per game. The offense is ranked 14th in the league while the defense is ranked 1st. Bryson Daily missed the last game, but he’s probably heading into this game. 

Can North Texas Defense Be Better?

North Texas has been scoring well heading into this game but their defense has been a problem and that has led to two straight losses. In the last game against Tulane, North Texas scored 37 points, but the defense gave up 45 points, and they ended up losing. Chandler Morris completed 38 of his 57 passes for 449 yards, three touchdowns, and zero interceptions. The defense however was awful, and if the defense isn’t better, they are going to struggle here. 

North Texas is averaging 40.8 points while their defense is giving up 36.8 points per game. The offense is ranked 6th in the league while the defense is ranked 128th. The good news for the North Texas defense is they had two weeks to prepare for the triple option. 

Matchup/League Facts

• North Texas ranks 2nd among FBS teams for passing yards per game this season (371.6).
• North Texas ranks 132nd among FBS teams for Q2 opponent points per game this season (14.9).
• Army ranks 1st among FBS teams for H1 opponent points per game this season (3.4).
• Army ranks 1st among FBS teams for rushing yards per game this season (340.1).

North Texas vs Army Prediction

Taking over 64 points with a triple-option offense can be scary, but both of these offenses are elite. Army on the season is averaging 37.8 points while the North Texas offense is averaging 36.9 points per game. There isn’t going to be a whole lot of punting with this team and that will be the difference as this game is going over the 70-point mark. Back the over to cash here.

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North Texas Mean Green Betting Preview

The North Texas Mean Green went 19-15 last year and they were 10-8 in the AAC, which was seventh in the standings. The Mean Green scored 69.2 points per game and they allowed 63.8 points per game last year. North Texas won their first game of last year in overtime by a score of 83-77 against Northern Iowa, but they were just 5-5 through ten games. The Mean Green opened up conference play with a 5-1 record, but they struggled the rest of the way, before beating Tulane and losing to FAU in the AAC tournament. North Texas did beat LSU in the NIT but lost to Seton Hall by 14 points to end the season. 

North Texas lost a ton of scoring production from last season, as they lost their top six scorers. The Mean Green did bring in six transfers in the portal, but it is going to be tough for them to bounce back with all of the departures. 

Evansville Purple Aces Betting Preview

The Evansville Purple Aces were 17-18 last season and they finished 6-14 in the MVC, which was 10th in the standings. The Purple Aces scored 70.9 points per game and they allowed 73.2 points per game last year. Evansville opened up the 23-24 season with a 72-64 win over Miami (OH), but they started conference play just 2-7 in their first nine MVC games. The Purple Aces ended the regular season with seven straight losses but did pick up a win over Illinois State in the MVC tournament. Evansville went on to beat Quinnipiac in the CBI but did lose to Seattle. 

Evansville did lose their top two scorers from last season, which accounted for about 25 points per game, but they do bring back Kenny Strawbridge Jr. and Chuck Bailey, who were their third and fourth scorers. Tanner Cuff is also expected to be a key player this season and they picked up a solid transfer from Butler. 

North Texas vs Evansville Prediction 

North Texas comes into this matchup with the home-court advantage and they are a pretty big favorite, but they lost a ton of production from last season. Evansville also lost their top scorers, but I think they are positioned decently well coming into this season. The Mean Green has been pretty solid for a few years now, but I just don’t see this team clicking right from the start. Take Evansville and the points here. 

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Tulane Have Won Four Straight Games

Tulane is playing well heading into this game, and they have won four straight games. In the last game against Rice, Tulane scored 24 points, and they ended up winning by 14 points. Makhi Hughes had a strong game on the ground, rushing 27 times for 140 yards and a touchdown. Tulane sits with a 5-2 record, and they are going to need the defense to step up here. 

Overall, Tulane is averaging 39.9 points this season, while its defense is giving up 20.1 points per game. In this game, Tulane needs to get out to a fast start to really try to put pressure on the defense. 

Why Tulane Will Beat North Texas

• Tulane has won 23 of its last 24 games against non-AP-ranked teams.
• North Texas has lost three of its last four games in October.
• Tulane has covered the spread in 11 of its last 13 road games against non-AP-ranked teams.
• North Texas has lost the first half in three of its last four home games against conference opponents.

North Texas Fell Short

North Texas in the last game faced off against Memphis and the offense scored 44 points, but the defense gave up 52 points and that led to the defeat. At the end of the first quarter, North Texas was up 21-14but it wasn’t enough as they ended up losing by eight points. Chandler Morris completed 36 of his 61 passes for 445 yards, three touchdowns, and one interception. DT Sherrfield only had two carries but finished with 82 yards and a touchdown. He also caught eight passes for 122 yards and two touchdowns. North Texas on the season is averaging 41.3 points, while their defense is giving up 35.7 points per game. Their defense hasn’t been as good as Tulane’s defense. 

North Texas vs Tulane Prediction

There will be no defense in this game. North Texas is averaging 41.3 points, while Tulane is averaging 39.9 points per game. North Texas’s defense is giving up 35.7 points per game, and it is going to struggle to defend here. There won’t be a lot of punts, and this is going to end up being a shootout. Back the over to cash here. 

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North Texas Mean Green Betting Preview

The North Texas Mean Green beat Tulsa and Florida Atlantic, and they play Tulane next. North Texas has split its last 8 road games. Chandler Morris is completing 64.4 percent of his passes for 1,979 yards, 20 touchdowns and 7 interceptions. DT Sheffield and Damon Ward Jr. have combined for 731 receiving yards and 9 touchdowns, while Blair Conwright has 13 receptions.

The North Texas Mean Green ground game is averaging 160.7 yards per contest, and Shane Porter leads the way with 220 yards and 1 touchdown. Defensively, North Texas is allowing 33 points and 432.3 yards per game. Jayden Hill leads the North Texas Mean Green with 43 tackles, Chavez Brown has 3 sacks and Evan Jackson has 2 interceptions.

Memphis Tigers Betting Preview

The Memphis Tigers beat Middle Tennessee and South Florida, and they play Charlotte next. Memphis has won 7 of its last 9 home games. Seth Henigan is completing 65.1 percent of his passes for 1,547 yards, 9 touchdowns, and 3 interceptions. Roc Taylor and Demeer Blankumsee have combined for 593 receiving yards and 2 touchdowns, while Anthony Landphere has 19 receptions.

The Memphis Tigers ground game is averaging 155.3 yards per contest, and Mario Anderson Jr. leads the way with 456 yards and 8 touchdowns. Defensively, Memphis is allowing 15.8 points and 301.7 yards per game. Chandler Martin leads the Memphis Tigers with 42 tackles, Elijah Herring has 3.5 sacks and Davion Ross has 2 interceptions.

Why the Memphis Tigers will win

• Memphis has won each of its last nine games as a home favorite.
• The home team has covered the spread in each of North Texas’ last four games.
• Memphis has won the first quarter in each of its last seven games against conference opponents.
• North Texas has lost the first half in five of its last six road games against conference opponents.

Total Points Facts

• Seven of Memphis’ last eight games against conference opponents have gone OVER the total points line.
• Each of North Texas’ last five October games as a road underdog have gone UNDER the total points line.

Matchup/League Facts

• Memphis ranks T4th among FBS teams for Q1 opponent points per game this season (1.2).
• Memphis ranks T6th among FBS teams for 1st downs against this season (85).
• North Texas ranks 2nd among FBS teams for Q3 points per game this season (14.5).
• North Texas ranks 132nd among FBS teams for Q2 opponent points per game this season (15.8).

Memphis vs North Texas Prediction

The North Texas Mean Green have the offensive horses to compete against Memphis, but they don’t play a lick of defense. It’s also going to be interesting to see how North Texas responds after a last second win over FAU last week. Could be tough to refocus after such an emotional win. Memphis is the more talented, balanced team, and it’s covered 4 of its last 5 games as a double-digit favorite. Memphis actually plays defense, which should be the difference in this spot. Give me Memphis in a comfortable home win.

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Florida Atlantic Owls Betting Preview

The Florida Atlantic Owls are 2-3 (0-1) this year after they defeated Wagner by a score of 41-10 in their last game. Florida Atlantic only led 17-10 at halftime, but they pitched a shutout in the second half for the blowout win. The Owls outgained Wagner by a total of 572-132, lost the turnover battle 3-0, and went 5-10 on third down in the game. Cam Fancher threw for 150 yards and one interception, while CJ Campbell Jr. rushed for 129 yards and two scores. 

Florida Atlantic also has a win against FIU this season, but they do have three losses against Michigan State, Army, and UConn. The FAU offense has scored 22 points per game with 162.8 passing yards and 182.2 rushing yards per game, while the defense has allowed 23.6 points per game this season. The Owls have gone 25.4% on third down and 9-15 on fourth down so far this season. Cam Fancher has completed 60% of his passes for 707 yards, two touchdowns, and five interceptions, while Omari Hayes has caught 19 passes for 282 yards and one score. 

North Texas Mean Green Betting Preview

The North Texas Mean Green are 4-1 (0-1) this season after they defeated Tulsa by a score of 52-20 in their last game. North Texas trailed 3-0 in the second quarter, but they scored the next 45 points to pull away for an easy win. The Mean Green outgained Tulsa by a total of 618-415, won the turnover battle 2-0, and went 3-10 on third down in the game. Chandler Morris threw for 439 yards and five touchdowns, while Makenzie McGill rushed for 70 yards and one score. 

North Texas also has wins over South Alabama, SFA, and Wyoming, but they did lose to Texas Tech in their third game. The UNT offense has scored 40.8 points per game with 348.6 passing yards and 163.2 rushing yards per game, while the defense has allowed 32.2 points per game this season. The Mean Green have gone 34.4% on third down and 8-12 on fourth down through five games. Chandler Morris has completed 65.4% of his passes for 1,643 yards, 16 touchdowns, and six interceptions, while DT Sheffield has caught 23 passes for 317 yards and five scores. 

Why North Texas will cover

• North Texas has won 18 of its last 19 games as a favorite.
• Florida Atlantic has lost each of its last five games against conference opponents.
• North Texas has covered the spread in each of its last 10 games in October.
• Florida Atlantic has failed to cover the spread in each of its last five games against conference opponents.
• Florida Atlantic has lost the first half in each of its last five games against conference opponents.

Total Points Facts

• Ten of Florida Atlantic’s last 11 home games against conference opponents have gone UNDER the total points line.
• Each of North Texas’ last five road games in October has gone UNDER the total points line.

Matchup/League Facts

• Florida Atlantic ranks 6th among FBS teams for passing yards allowed per game this season (134.4).
• Florida Atlantic ranks 126th among FBS teams for rushing yards allowed per game this season (222.4).
• North Texas ranks 2nd among FBS teams for Q3 points per game this season (15.4).
• North Texas ranks 132nd among FBS teams for Q2 opponent points per game this season (15.0).

Florida Atlantic vs North Texas Prediction 

North Texas rolls into this matchup with only one loss on the season and their offense has scored 96 points in their last two games. The Mean Green have a very good passing attack and should move the ball against this struggling FAU defense. Florida Atlantic allowed 48 points in their loss to UConn two games ago and they have some question marks at the quarterback position. I like North Texas to score early and often in this game, so I am taking them to cover on the road. 

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Tulsa Golden Hurricane Betting Preview

The Tulsa Golden Hurricane lost to Oklahoma State, beat Louisiana Tech and play Army next. Tulsa has lost 5 of its last 8 road games. Kirk Francis is completing 61.6 percent of his passes for 879 yards, 6 touchdowns and 2 interceptions. Kamdyn Benjamin and Zion Steptoe have combined for 468 receiving yards and 2 touchdowns, while Corey Smith has 5 receptions.

The Tulsa Golden Hurricane ground game is averaging 176.8 yards per contest, and Anthony Watkins leads the way with 186 yards and 3 touchdowns. Defensively, Tulsa is allowing 30.3 points and 366.5 yards per game. Gavin Potter leads the Tulsa Golden Hurricane with 27 tackles, Myles Jackson has 2 sacks and NuNu Campbell has 1 interception.

North Texas Mean Green Betting Preview

The North Texas Mean Green lost to Texas Tech, beat Wyoming and plays FAU next. North Texas has won 3 straight home games. Chandler Morris is completing 65.6 percent of his passes for 1,204 yards, 11 touchdowns and 6 interceptions. Damon Ward Jr. and DT Sheffield have combined for 545 receiving yards and 6 touchdowns, while Wyatt Young has 6 receptions.

The North Texas Mean Green ground game is averaging 159.3 yards per contest, and Damashja Harris leads the way with 193 yards and 1 touchdown. Defensively, North Texas is allowing 35.3 points and 415 yards per game. Jayden Hill leads the North Texas Mean Green with 30 tackles, Chavez Brown has 2 sacks and Brian Nelson II has 1 interception.

Why the North Texas Mean Green will win

• North Texas has won each of its last 13 games as a home favorite.
• Tulsa has lost six of its last seven games against conference opponents.
• North Texas has covered the spread in nine of its last 10 home games against conference opponents.
• Tulsa has failed to cover the spread in 12 of its last 16 games against conference opponents.
• Tulsa has lost the first half in each of its last six road games against conference opponents.

Total Points Facts

• Nine of North Texas’ last 10 September games against non-AP-ranked teams have gone OVER the total points line.
• Seven of Tulsa’s last eight September games as an underdog against non-AP-ranked teams have gone UNDER the total points line.

Matchup/League Facts

• North Texas ranks 133rd among FBS teams for Q2 opponent points per game this season (18.0).
• North Texas ranks 132nd among FBS teams for H1 opponent points per game this season (26.3).
• Tulsa ranks 119th among FBS teams for H2 opponent points per game this season (16.3).
• Tulsa ranks T109th among FBS teams for Q4 opponent points per game this season (8.5).

North Texas vs Tulsa Prediction

The Tulsa Golden Hurricane are awful defensively, which includes being 105th in pass defense and scoring defense. The North Texas Mean Green have defensive issues of their own, ranked 107th in total defense, 124th in pass defense and 121st in scoring defense. North Texas has seen 4 of its last 5 games go over the total. This is a massive total, but the numbers suggest there’s going to be fireworks. Give me the over between North Texas and Tulsa.

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Wyoming Still Looking for First Win

The Wyoming are still looking for their first win of the season and the offense hasn’t been good enough. In the first game of the season against Arizona State, they were defeated 48-7. In the last game against BYU, Wyoming scored only 14 points but that wasn’t enough as the defense gave up 34 points.

Evan Svobada was under center and he completed 14 of his 32 passes for 140 yards, zero touchdowns, and one interception. The top running back was Evan Svoboda and he finished with 10 carries for 32 yards and two touchdowns. This is an offense that can’t get behind schedule and needs a balanced attack. They are going to need more running production if they are going to find any sort of success in this game. 

North Texas Has To Be Better

After winning the first two games of the season, North Texas really struggled in the last game against Texas Tech. North Texas scored 21 points but the defense gave up 66 points and that led to the blowout defeat. The defense allowed Behren Morton to get whatever they wanted and that led to the defeat. They gave up four touchdowns, and they need to be better. Chandler Morris was under center for North Texas and he completed 15 of his 27 passes for 162 yards, two touchdowns, and three interceptions.

The interceptions were a major concern and they are going to need him to take better care of the ball. If they aren’t turning the ball over they have a much better chance of winning their third game of the season.

Why North Texas Will Beat Wyoming

• The favorite has won each of North Texas’s last 10 games at DATCU Stadium.
• Wyoming has lost 18 of its last 19 games as a road underdog.
• Wyoming has failed to cover the spread in each of its last five September games against non-AP-ranked teams.
• North Texas has covered the spread in four of its last five home games.
• North Texas has won the first half in three of its last four home games against non-conference opponents.

North Texas vs Wyoming Prediction

North Texas might have struggled in the last game but it’s not going to be the same here. This is the same North Texas offense that scored 52 points against South Alabama and they are going to have no issue running up the score here. Wyoming’s defense gave up 48 points to Arizona State earlier in the season and that’s what defense is going to show up here. North Texas is going to cruise here. Back North Texas against the spread. 

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North Texas Looks for Third Win

North Texas in the first game of the season faced off against South Alabama and they were able to secure a 52-38 victory. In the last game against Stephen F Austin, it was much of the same and North Texas was able to secure the 35-20 victory. Chandler Morris did have a couple of turnovers but he was dynamic through the air. Morris completed 26 of his 44 passes for 322 yards, four touchdowns, and three interceptions.

Damashja Harris also had quite the game on the ground rushing 10 times for 142 yards and a touchdown. Wide receiver DT Sheffield was the top wide receiver finishing with 10 carries for 142 yards and a touchdown. In this game, North Texas is going to need the defense to step up and make life tough. North Texas will meet Wyoming after this game.

Texas Tech Defense Has Some Issues

Texas Tech comes into this game with a 1-1 record and the defense has some issues. In the first game of the season against ACU, Texas Tech needed overtime to secure the 52-51. In the last game against Washington State, they weren’t as lucky and they ended up losing 37-16. The defense gave up 20 points in the 2nd quarter and that was the difference.

Under center for Texas Tech was Behren Morton and he completed 34 of his 48 passes for 323 yards, one touchdown, and two interceptions. Wide receiver Josh Kelly had a strong game also catching nine passes for 95 yards. If Texas Tech wants a chance to secure the victory, the defense is going to need to be better. 

Texas Tech vs North Texas Prediction

This game is going to be a shootout. Texas Tech has proven they have a good offense, but they have had zero interest in playing defense and that is going to be the difference here. North Texas is going to get the offense out to a fast start, and they are going to have no issue here. North Texas is going to really put up a fight with the offense and that will be the difference here as this game is going to go over the total. Back the over to cash.

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