In this article we will formulate a UAB vs Memphis prediction for this College Football game on Saturday, October 18th at Protective Stadium in Birmingham, Alabama. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this week 8 matchup.
UAB Blazers Betting Preview
The UAB Blazers are 2-4 (0-3) this year after they lost to Florida Atlantic by a score of 53-33 in their last game. UAB trailed 35-14 at the half and allowed 15 points in the third quarter, which put the game out of reach. The Blazers were out gained by a total of 482-329, went 7-17 on third downs, and won the turnover battle by a margin of 1-0 in the game. Jalen Kitna went 29-41 for 261 yards and one touchdown, while Solomon Beebe rushed four times for 34 yards and two scores. Beebe also led the receivers with six receptions for 63 yards in the loss. The UAB defense recorded zero sacks and one tackle for loss in the game.
UAB also has losses against Army, Tennessee, and Navy, but did get two wins against Alabama State and Akron. The Blazers have lost three games in a row and they are currently tied for last in the win column in the American standings. UAB has scored 29.8 points per game with 300.0 passing yards and 106.5 rushing yards per game, while they have allowed 41.3 points against per game this season. Jalen Kitna has thrown for 1,776 yards, 10 touchdowns, and four interceptions, while Iverson Hooks has 30 receptions for 388 yards and two scores this year.
Memphis Tigers Betting Preview
The Memphis Tigers are 6-0 (2-0) this season after they defeated Tulsa by a score of 45-7 in their last game. Memphis led 28-7 at halftime and outscored Tulsa by a score of 17-0 in the second half for the blowout win. The Tigers out gained Tulsa by a total of 457-246, went 5-13 on third downs, and won the turnover battle by a margin of 4-2 in the game. Brendon Lewis went 22-30 for 266 yards, three touchdowns, and two interceptions, while also rushing for 67 yards and one score on 14 carries. Jamari Hawkins led the receivers with seven receptions for 110 yards in the win. The Memphis defense recorded zero sacks and seven tackles for loss in the game.
Memphis also has wins against FAU, Arkansas, Troy, Georgia State, and Chattanooga to start the season undefeated. The Tigers have won their first six games and they are currently tied for second in the American standings. Memphis has scored 40.5 points per game with 211.5 passing yards and 238.7 rushing yards per game, while they have allowed 16.2 points against per game this season. Brendon Lewis has thrown for 1,269 yards, eight touchdowns, and four interceptions, while Cortez Braham Jr has 24 receptions for 408 yards and five scores this season.
Why the Memphis Tigers will win
- Memphis has won each of its last 10 games.
- UAB has lost each of its last seven games in October.
- Memphis has covered the spread in each of its last nine games.
- UAB has failed to cover the spread in six of its last seven games in October.
- Memphis has won the first quarter in six of its last eight road games against conference opponents.
- Memphis has won the first half in each of its last five games against conference opponents.
Total Points Facts
- Each of UAB’s last six games against AP-ranked teams have gone OVER the total points line.
- Eight of Memphis’ last nine road games against conference opponents have gone OVER the total points line.
Matchup/League Facts
- UAB ranks 136th among FBS teams for points allowed per game this season (41.3).
- UAB has recorded the equal-most home wins by a margin of three points or less of any FBS team this season (1).
- Memphis has recorded the equal-most home wins by a margin of three points or less of any FBS team this season (1).
- Memphis ranks T1st among FBS teams for H2 opponent points per game this season (3.3).
UAB vs Memphis Prediction
Memphis comes into this game looking to stay perfect and they will be at home for this one. The Tigers have scored at least 32 points in four of their last five games and should have a huge day against a UAB defense that has allowed 31+ in four of their last five. The Blazers actually have a decent offensive attack, but they can’t stop anyone. Take Memphis to score a ton of points and run away with the cover here.
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