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Tennessee Volunteers Favored to Rout UTEP Miners in Non-Conference Showdown

UTEP will face off against Tennessee in a non-conference game on Saturday, Nov. 23. The Miners, with a 2-8 overall record, have struggled on the road with a 0-5 record in away games. They lost by 33 points to Nebraska, their only other Power-Five conference opponent. On the other hand, Tennessee boasts an 8-2 record and is ranked as the No. 11 team in the nation. Their four-game win streak was recently halted by a loss to Georgia. The kick-off is set for 1 P.M. EST. Tennessee is favored to win, opening at -41.5 and the current line stands at Tennessee -41.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Miners +1120 | Volunteers -4895
• Spread: Miners +41 (-110) | Volunteers -41 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 52.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Tennessee will win straight-up is 98%.

UTEP vs Tennessee Stats

UTEP Miners

UTEP's football team has had a challenging season, with a record of 2-8 overall. They have recently shown improvement with two wins in their last four games, defeating Florida International and Kennesaw State. However, they have struggled on the road, with an 0-5 record away from home. In their most recent game against Kennesaw State, they secured a victory in double overtime thanks to standout performances from players such as Kenny Odom, Skyler Locklear, Jevon Jackson, and Trey Goodman. Locklear has been a key player for the team, throwing for 1,356 yards and 9 touchdowns so far this season. In terms of statistics, UTEP ranks 122nd in points per game, 87th in passing yards, and 99th in rushing yards. Defensively, they rank 99th in points allowed, 99th in rush defense, and 58th in passing defense. The team has a power ranking of 118 and is 4-6 against the spread this season.

Tennessee Volunteers Analysis

The Tennessee Volunteers have had a successful season with an 8-2 overall record and are currently ranked as the No. 11 team in the nation. Despite a recent loss to Georgia, they have shown strong performances throughout the season, with key players like Nico Iamaleava and Dylan Sampson leading the offense. On defense, players like Arion Carter and James Pearce Jr. have been instrumental in the team's success. Tennessee has an impressive average of 35.5 points per game and is ranked highly in both offense and defense categories. They have also been fairly consistent against the spread this season. In their upcoming matchup against UTEP, they will look to bounce back from their recent loss.

UTEP Faces Uphill Battle Against Tennessee: Unlikely to Score More Than 10 Points

UTEP is facing a formidable opponent this Saturday, making it unlikely that they will score more than 10 points. The team's offensive strategy may not be well-suited for this level of competition, as evidenced by their struggles in their own conference and low ranking of 122nd in scoring. On the other hand, the Volunteers have a strong ground game, ranked 10th in the nation, which will likely allow them to comfortably rush the ball against UTEP. Moreover, Tennessee has demonstrated an ability to score an average of 35.5 points per game this season against tough opponents. In order to stay in contention for the College Football Playoff, the Volunteers will be aiming for a dominant performance. Therefore, it is advisable to take Tennessee to cover the spread in this matchup.

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