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UTSA Roadrunners Expected to Dominate Rice Owls in AAC Matchup at Rice Stadium

Game time: October 12, 2024 at 7:00 PM ET

Venue: Rice Stadium — Houston, TX

Article updated Oct 10, 6:11 PM EDT

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

In Week 7 of the 2024 college football season, the UTSA Roadrunners (2-3) will take on the Rice Owls (1-4) in an American Athletic Conference matchup at Rice Stadium. UTSA is

Game outlook

In Week 7 of the 2024 college football season, the UTSA Roadrunners (2-3) will take on the Rice Owls (1-4) in an American Athletic Conference matchup at Rice Stadium. UTSA is looking to bounce back from a road loss to East Carolina, while Rice is aiming to end a three-game losing streak following a close defeat against Charlotte. UTSA has dominated the series with eight wins in 11 matchups. UTSA is currently favored by 5.5 points, with an initial spread of -3.75. College football fans can catch the action on Saturday evening as these two teams battle it out on the field.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Roadrunners -210 | Owls +175

Spread: Roadrunners -5.5 (-110) | Owls +5.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 51.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that UTSA will win straight-up is 68%.

UTSA Roadrunners

The UTSA Roadrunners are currently looking to establish a winning streak as they are 2-3 to start the season. Quarterback Owen McCown and running back Brandon High Jr. have been leading the offense with solid performances. However, the defense has struggled, allowing an average of 31.6 points per game. UTSA has faced challenges in pressuring the opposing quarterback and will need to address defensive issues to improve their chances of success in AAC games. In terms of rankings, UTSA is placed 106 in offense, 113 in defense, and holds a power ranking of 54. Some key injuries include wide receiver De'Corian Clark with a knee injury (questionable) and wide receiver Jaren Randle with a leg injury (out).

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Rice Owls Analysis

The Rice Owls have been struggling with a three-game losing streak this season. Quarterback E.J. Warner has had a decent performance, with seven passing touchdowns and six interceptions. The defense has been strong, allowing an average of 26.4 points per game and recording 18 sacks. Key injuries include wide receiver Landon Ransom-Goelz, who is listed as questionable. The Owls have a power ranking of 97, ranking 90th in offense and 94th in defense, with a record of 0-4. UTSA has not performed well in recent matchups against Rice.

UTSA Roadrunners Favored to Dominate Rice in Upcoming Game

The UTSA Roadrunners appear to have a significant advantage over Rice based on historical performance and key statistical factors. In the past five matchups between the teams, UTSA has consistently outperformed Rice. The upcoming game will likely hinge on Rice's ability to effectively run the football against UTSA, who boast a strong defense ranking ninth in the nation in yards allowed per rushing attempt. If Rice struggles to establish a running game, they will be forced to rely on their passing game which may not be as effective. Therefore, it is recommended to consider the UTSA Roadrunners as the favorable choice to win by a significant margin in this upcoming game.

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SportsJaw published this archived preview from its original game-day article. Its prediction and quoted lines are preserved as written.

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SportsJaw Roadrunners vs Owls archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Roadrunners vs Owls matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · UTSA Roadrunners-195 → -170Moved
  • Moneyline · Rice Owls+160 → +145Moved
  • Spread · UTSA Roadrunners-3.75 (-110) → -3.5 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · Rice Owls+3.75 (-110) → +3.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over47.5 (-110) → 51 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under47.5 (-110) → 51 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

UTSA Roadrunners
1-3 matchup record · 3-6-1 ATS · 5-5-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Rice Owls
0-4 matchup record · 3-6-1 ATS · 4-6-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2024-10-10T22:11:23.169Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

The UTSA Roadrunners are currently looking to establish a winning streak as they are 2-3 to start the season. Quarterback Owen McCown and running back Brandon High Jr. have been leading the offense with solid performances. However, the defense has struggled, allowing an average of 31.6 points per game. UTSA has faced challenges in pressuring the opposing quarterback and will need to address defensive issues to improve their chances of success in AAC games. In terms of rankings, UTSA is placed 106 in offense, 113 in defense, and holds a power ranking of 54. Some key injuries include wide receiver De'Corian Clark with a knee injury (questionable) and wide receiver Jaren Randle with a leg injury (out).

The Rice Owls have been struggling with a three-game losing streak this season. Quarterback E.J. Warner has had a decent performance, with seven passing touchdowns and six interceptions. The defense has been strong, allowing an average of 26.4 points per game and recording 18 sacks. Key injuries include wide receiver Landon Ransom-Goelz, who is listed as questionable. The Owls have a power ranking of 97, ranking 90th in offense and 94th in defense, with a record of 0-4. UTSA has not performed well in recent matchups against Rice.

Recent head-to-head

  • 2023-11-11Rice Owls 14 · UTSA Roadrunners 34
  • 2022-11-19UTSA Roadrunners 41 · Rice Owls 7
Final result

Matchup pick recap

Rice Owls defeated UTSA Roadrunners 29-27

Rice Owls defeated UTSA Roadrunners 29-27 on October 12, 2024, a 2-point decision in the series. Rice Owls' strongest period was the 3rd quarter, when it outscored its opponent 14-3. Against SportsJaw's recorded UTSA Roadrunners -3.5 (-110) spread, Rice Owls covered, while the 56 combined points finished over the recorded total of 51.

SportsJaw editorial picks

  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

Tipster picks

  • CovergirlTotal · Under 47.5 (-110)Loss
  • JoeThomasTotal · Over 47.5 (-110)Win
  • SimonsaysTotal · Over 48 (-110)Win
  • Joem81Spread · Rice Owls +5.5 (-110)Win