Memphis Tigers (7-1) vs. UTSA Roadrunners (3-5)
November 2, 2024 12:00 pm EDT
The Line: UTSA Roadrunners +7; Over/Under: +60.5
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In this article, we will formulate a UTSA vs Memphis Prediction for this College Football Week 10 game on Saturday, November 2nd, at Alamadome. Let’s take a look at a UTSA Roadrunners vs Memphis Tigers pick.
Memphis Almost Blew It
Memphis comes into this game with a 7-1 record overall, but they almost blew the last game. Memphis faced off against the Charlotte 49ers and the defense gave up 21 points in the 4th quarter. Memphis still ended up winning 33-28. Seth Henigan completed 20 of his 32 passes for 212 yards, two touchdowns, and one interception. Mario Anderson and a strong game, finishing with 32 carries for 141 yards and a touchdown. Two games ago against North Texas, Memphis secured the 52-44 victory.
Memphis on the season is averaging 34 points, while their defense is giving up 20.9 points per game. The offense is ranked 28th in the league while the defense is ranked 33th best in college football.
UTSA Fell Just Short
UTSA in the last game fell just short against the Tulsa Golden Hurricane. The offense scored 45 points but the defense gave up 46 points and that led to the defeat. Owen McCown had a strong game, completing 30 of his 50 passes for 434 yards, four touchdowns, and zero interceptions. Houston Thomas finished with six catches for 132 yards. UTSA overall this season is averaging 27.5 points, while their defense is giving up 32.1 points per game. The offense is ranked 72nd in the league, while the defense is ranked 115th.
Matchup/League Facts
- UTSA ranks T126th among FBS teams for H2 opponent points per game this season (17.3).
- UTSA ranks 126th among FBS teams for average point differential in third quarters this season (-5.6).
- Memphis is one of only 15 FBS teams undefeated in home games this season ((5-0)).
- Memphis ranks 16th among FBS teams for Q2 opponent points per game this season (4.6).
UTSA vs Memphis Prediction
Memphis played down a little the last few games, but they are going to have no issue. UTSA’s defense has been awful heading into this game and that is going to be the difference. UTSA gave up 46 points in the last game, and they are going to be blown out. Memphis is going to get close to 50 points, and the Tigers are going to end up cruising here. Back Memphis to win this game and cover the spread.
