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Coastal Carolina Favored by 17.5 Points in Matchup Against Temple Owls at Lincoln Financial Field

Coastal Carolina, with a 2-0 record, will be facing off against Temple Owls, who are currently 0-2, at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia on September 14th, 2024, at 2:00 PM EDT. Coastal Carolina's quarterback Ethan Vasko has been performing well, while Temple's Forest Brock is questionable due to a head injury. Coastal Carolina is favored by 17.5 points, with an over/under set at 52.5. The game will be broadcasted on ESPN+. As of now, the current line is Coastal Carolina -18.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Chanticleers -950 | Owls +625
• Spread: Chanticleers -18 (-110) | Owls +18 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 52.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Coastal Carolina will win straight-up is 90%.

Coastal Carolina vs Temple Stats

Coastal Carolina Chanticleers

The Coastal Carolina Chanticleers displayed a strong performance in their 40-21 victory over No. 13 William & Mary, with standout performances from Christian Washington and Kade Hensley. The team showcased a powerful offense and solid defense, currently ranking 2nd in points per game and 6th in yards per game nationally. Their efficiency is evident in their points and yards per play averages. On defense, they excel in third-down conversions, holding opponents to a 10.00% success rate. With a power ranking of 38, Coastal Carolina is ranked 14 in offense and 92 in defense, with a 2-0 record this season.

Temple Owls Analysis

In their recent American Athletic Conference opener, the Temple Owls faced a tough match against Navy, resulting in a 38-11 loss. Despite quarterback Forest Brock's efforts, Temple struggled to gain momentum against Navy's dominant offense, led by Blake Horvath. The Midshipmen quickly established control, leaving the Owls trailing 23-0 by halftime. Temple managed to score their first touchdown of the season, but it was not enough to overcome Navy's strong performance. Overall, the Owls are facing challenges both offensively and defensively this season, ranking poorly in various statistics such as points per game, yards per game, and third-down conversion rates. With a power ranking of 131, Temple is currently ranked #130 for offense and #125 for defense, with a 0-2 record. In their recent history, Coastal Carolina has had success against Temple.

Coastal Carolina Dominates with Running Game and Strong Against the Spread, Temple Faces Tough Challenge

Coastal Carolina's offensive strategy heavily emphasizes the running game, with a significant 74.03% of their plays being rushes, ranking them 6th nationally. The team averages 57 rushes per game, the second highest in the nation, with an impressive 5.2 yards gained per rush and a total of 294 rushing yards per game, ranking 6th overall. Defensively, Coastal Carolina allows opponents to run the ball 30 times per game, giving up 123 rushing yards on average. In passing, the team ranks last in pass play percentage but boasts a 65% completion rate and gains 12.9 yards per pass. On the defensive side, they struggle against the pass, allowing a high completion rate and 8.7 yards per pass. Coastal Carolina has a strong track record against the spread, with a perfect 2-0 record this season and success in covering the spread in multiple games since 2023. Temple, in contrast, has struggled to cover the spread in recent years, suggesting they may face a tough challenge in their upcoming matchup against Coastal Carolina.

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