Kennesaw St. Owls vs UTSA Roadrunners Betting Picks & Predictions
The Kennesaw State Owls and UTSA Roadrunners are set to kick off the 2024 college football season in a matchup at the Alamodome. The Owls had a challenging 2023 season with a
Game outlook
The Kennesaw State Owls and UTSA Roadrunners are set to kick off the 2024 college football season in a matchup at the Alamodome. The Owls had a challenging 2023 season with a 0-0 record, while the Roadrunners finished strong at 9-4 including a bowl game victory. UTSA is favored to win by 25 points according to current betting lines. Stay tuned for an exciting Week 1 matchup between these two teams.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Owls +1,250 | Roadrunners -3,000
Spread: Owls +25 (-110) | Roadrunners -25 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 49.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that UTSA will win straight-up is 97%.
Kennesaw St. Owls
The Kennesaw State Owls are looking to improve on last season's performance, and are turning to backup quarterback Davis Bryson to lead the way despite a rough start. The running game, led by Michael Benefield, is expected to be a key focus offensively. The defense, particularly cornerback JeRico Washington Jr., will also play a crucial role after a strong showing last season. With a power ranking of , Kennesaw State is currently ranked 0 in offense, 0 in defense, and holds a 0-0 record this season. It will be important to see how they perform in their upcoming matchup.
UTSA Roadrunners Analysis
The UTSA Roadrunners had a successful 2023 season and are hopeful to continue their momentum. Quarterback Owen McCown, son of NFL player Josh McCown, will lead the team after showing promise in limited play last season. The team's defense is solid, allowing an average of 24.7 points per game. However, they will need to adjust after losing standout linebacker Trey Moore. UTSA is ranked 21st overall and their offense is ranked 34th, scoring an average of 31.92 points per game. On defense, they are ranked 52nd, allowing an average of 24.08 points per game. UTSA has a record of 0-0 and Kennesaw St. has not performed well in their last three matchups against them.