FAU Seeks Perfect Finish Against Tulane to Make Bowl Game
On Saturday afternoon, Florida Atlantic University (FAU) will host the Tulane Green Wave in an exciting American Athletic Conference matchup between two motivated teams.
Game outlook
On Saturday afternoon, Florida Atlantic University (FAU) will host the Tulane Green Wave in an exciting American Athletic Conference matchup between two motivated teams. Tulane enters the matchup with a 8-1 record, having won their past eight games; however, FAU has had an up-and-down first season in the AAC, having lost the last two games leading up to this game. The last time these two teams faced each other was in 2013, so both coaches will be treating this as an opportunity to make a statement on the field. FAU is the underdog, with Tulane listed as the -9.5 favorite. Fans will not want to miss this exciting showdown.
Game Info
When: Saturday, 11/18/2023 @ 12:00pm EST
Where: FAU Stadium Stadium Betting Odds Moneyline: Green Wave -360 | Owls +280
Spread: Green Wave -9.5 (-110) | Owls +9.5 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 47 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Tulane will win straight-up is 78%.
Tulane Green Wave
Tulane has reeled off eight consecutive wins, but have struggled to put away opponents and cover the spread in their recent outings. The team may be hampered by injuries to their two leading receivers, but their experienced quarterback Michael Pratt and 1000-yard back Makhi Hughes give them an advantage on the road for their next game.
Florida Atlantic Owls Analysis
In order for Florida Atlantic to make the bowl game, they must be perfect in their last two games. FAU has been up-and-down this season, with losses in both defensive and offensive-driven games. Key injuries, such as starting quarterback Casey Thompson, have set back the team, coupled with their offensive rankings of 105th in yards per play nationally and defensive struggles against the run. FAU will need to utilize explosive plays on offense, and control the clock on long drives in order to defeat Tulane. Florida Atlantic Owls have had an up-and-down season, ranking 67th in offense (#27.67 per game) and 70th in defense (#26.22 per game) and are currently 4-6 overall (3-6-1 ATS). To make the bowl game, FAU must be perfect in their last two games and they face their toughest challenge yet: Tulane. In light of the key injuries suffered, such as starting quarterback Casey Thompson, FAU must find a way to utilize explosive plays on offense and control the clock on long drives to beat Tulane in order to make the bowl game.