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Tulsa Golden Hurricane Secure First AAC Win, Look to Extend Winning Streak Against UAB - Betting Line Favors Tulsa by 3 Points

The Tulsa Golden Hurricane picked up their first AAC win after losing three in a row, bringing their conference record to 1-3 and overall record to 3-5. They have a chance to match last season's win total with a victory over UAB. On the other hand, UAB is currently on a six-game winning streak after only winning their season opener against an FCS team. Despite being the favorite in the upcoming matchup, UAB has struggled on both offense and defense this season. The current betting line favors UAB at -3.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Golden Hurricane +130 | Blazers -155
• Spread: Golden Hurricane +3 (-110) | Blazers -3 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 58 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that UAB will win straight-up is 61%.

Tulsa vs UAB Stats

Tulsa Golden Hurricane

Tulsa recently achieved a season high in points with a 46-45 victory over UTSA. Despite being outgained and committing more turnovers, they managed to overcome a four-touchdown halftime deficit. Cooper Legas had an impressive performance with 333 passing yards and five touchdowns, while Kamdyn Benjamin added 125 receiving yards and three touchdowns. UAB, their upcoming opponent, has a balanced offense but struggles on defense. UAB's starting quarterback situation is uncertain, with Legas possibly starting over Kirk Francis. UAB's defense is strong against the pass but struggles against the run. Tulsa holds a power ranking of 129 and has had a challenging season, ranking 106 in offense and 121 in defense, with a 3-5 record.

UAB Blazers Analysis

In their most recent game, the UAB Blazers suffered a 35-25 loss to South Florida despite outgaining their opponents by 130 yards. Jalen Kitna had a strong performance with 385 passing yards, two touchdowns, and a pick. The team's offense is ranked 113th in the nation in points per game, while their defense is ranked 128th. UAB has only one win this season and will be facing a Tulsa defense that struggles against the pass. Tulsa has gone 0-3 in their last three matchups against UAB.

Tulsa Favored to Continue Winning Streak Against Struggling UAB

In their previous game, Tulsa halted a three-game losing streak while UAB has faced six consecutive losses following an initial victory against an FCS team. The Blazers have encountered challenges on both offense and defense, with their most recent defeat resulting in a 10-point margin. Tulsa is likely to rely on Legas again after a standout performance with five touchdowns and no interceptions. Against one of the weakest run defenses in the nation, it is anticipated that Tulsa will emphasize their running game. While the Blazers are expected to put up a competitive fight, Tulsa is favored to not only beat the 3-point spread as underdogs but also secure the victory. Therefore, it is recommended to take Tulsa at -3 for this matchup.

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