Temple Owls vs
Connecticut HuskiesPredictions & Preview

UCONN Favored to Dominate Struggling Temple in Non-Conference Matchup

UCONN is on a three-game winning streak and is set to face a struggling Temple team in a non-conference matchup. Temple, with a season record of 1-4 and 0-2 in AAC play, has had difficulties on both offense and defense. Meanwhile, UCONN has won three of their last four games and is coming off two blowout wins. The Huskies are currently posted as huge favorites at -16.5, with the opening line being -14.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Owls +570 | Huskies -826
• Spread: Owls +16.5 (-110) | Huskies -16.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 50 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Connecticut will win straight-up is 89%.

Temple vs Connecticut Stats

Temple Owls

Temple had a rough loss to an undefeated Army team, being outgained and outperformed in nearly every aspect of the game. Quarterback Evan Simon had a decent performance but was sacked multiple times. Dante Wright has been a standout player on offense, but the team overall has struggled to put up points and yards both passing and rushing. The Owls have had a tough start to the season, especially on the road where they have been heavily outscored. Their upcoming opponent, UCONN, has a decent defense ranking in the nation, which may pose a challenge for Temple. Overall, Temple is ranked low in power rankings and has a lot of areas to improve on both offensively and defensively.

Connecticut Huskies Analysis

UCONN has had a strong turnaround after starting the season 1-2, winning their last two games convincingly and covering the spread in each of their last four games. Their latest victory against Buffalo showcased a dominant performance, with quarterback Joe Fagnano stepping up in place of the injured Nick Evers. The team's offense ranks 22nd in the nation in points per game and 11th in rushing yards per game. Similarly, their defense has been solid, allowing an average of 26.75 points per game. The Huskies will face Temple next, a team that has struggled defensively, ranking 11th in the nation in defending the pass and 128th in defending the run. Overall, UCONN has a power ranking of 76 and is showcasing a strong offensive performance this season.

UCONN Poised for Victory Over Struggling Temple in College Football Showdown

The University of Connecticut (UCONN) has secured back-to-back victories in commanding fashion, while Temple University has struggled with a 1-4 record and suffered a significant defeat in their most recent game. Given Temple's defensive ranking of 128th out of 134 FBS teams in run defense, they face a daunting challenge against UCONN, which currently ranks 11th in rushing yards per game. Temple's recent performance, where they allowed over 400 rushing yards, further underscores their vulnerability to UCONN's potent rushing offense. The Huskies' three-pronged rushing attack is poised to overwhelm Temple, leading to a decisive victory. UCONN is favored to win by a significant margin of -16.5 points. In light of these factors, it is recommended to place a bet on UCONN to cover the spread.

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