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Highly Anticipated Matchup Between Undefeated TCU Horned Frogs and UCF Knights Set to Thrill Fans at Amon G. Carter Stadium

On Saturday, September 14th, the TCU Horned Frogs will face off against the University of Central Florida (UCF) Knights at Amon G. Carter Stadium in Fort Worth, Texas. Both teams are undefeated at 2-0 and have shown impressive performances in their previous games. This highly anticipated matchup will be broadcast on Fox and is expected to be a competitive and exciting game. TCU is currently the betting favorite, opening at -1.5, but the current line shows Central Florida as the favorite at -2. Fans can look forward to a thrilling showdown filled with explosive plays and strategic battles on the field.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Golden Knights -125 | Horned Frogs +106
• Spread: Golden Knights -2 (-110) | Horned Frogs +2 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 61.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that TCU will win straight-up is 51%.

Central Florida vs TCU Stats

Central Florida Golden Knights

The University of Central Florida Knights delivered an impressive performance in their 45-14 victory over Sam Houston, despite a lightning delay. Head Coach Gus Malzahn praised the team's strong start, with UCF scoring on six of their first seven drives and amassing over 550 yards of total offense, including 384 rushing yards. Running back RJ Harvey tied a program record with four rushing touchdowns, while quarterback KJ Jefferson and receiver Kobe Hudson also had standout performances. Defensively, UCF limited Sam Houston to just 67 rushing yards and forced two turnovers. The Knights have been dominant on both sides of the ball this season, ranking highly in offensive and defensive statistics. Currently ranked 11 in offense, 17 in defense, and with a power ranking of 44, Central Florida is off to a strong 2-0 start to the season.

TCU Horned Frogs Analysis

TCU Horned Frogs displayed a dominant performance in their home opener, securing a 45-0 victory against LIU. Quarterback Josh Hoover shined with a school record-tying completion streak and impressive stats, leading the offense to score on six of their first seven drives. The defense limited LIU to a mere 127 yards, marking TCU's first shutout since 2017. The team's solid offensive performance is evident in their rankings, averaging 34.0 points per game and excelling in third-down conversions. Defensively, TCU allows 27.0 points per game and 286.0 yards per game, holding opponents to a 33.33% third-down conversion rate. Overall, TCU has a power ranking of 49 and currently stands at 2-0. Their upcoming matchup against Central Florida will be a key test for the team.

TCU's Passing Game Shines, UCF's Rushing Attack Dominates: A Closer Look at Team Statistics and Betting Trends

TCU's passing game demonstrates strength with key statistics including a pass play percentage of 55.84%, completion rate of 66.67%, and an average of 8.4 yards per pass. Defensively, TCU allows opponents a pass play percentage of 51.95% and a completion rate of 50.00%. The team has yet to cover the spread this season, holding a 5-7 ATS record since the start of the 2023 season. In contrast, UCF's rushing attack is highly effective, averaging 6.7 yards per rush and resulting in 384.0 rushing yards per game. Defensively, UCF allows opponents a rush play percentage of 53.70%, with an average of 2.3 yards per rush. The team has covered the spread in both games to start the 2024 season. As the season progresses, both teams aim to enhance their performance against the spread and continue to improve their play.

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