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Florida Atlantic University Owls Gear Up to Take on Army Black Knights at FAU Stadium in Highly Anticipated Matchup

The Florida Atlantic University Owls (0-1) will be facing off against the Army Black Knights (1-0) at FAU Stadium in Boca Raton, Florida on September 7th at 11:00 AM EDT. After a tough loss to Michigan State, the Owls will need to be prepared to handle Army's strong rushing attack. Fans can watch the game on CBS Sports Network or Fubo. Florida Atlantic is currently favored to win with a -3.5 line.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Black Knights +151 | Owls -175
• Spread: Black Knights +3.5 (-110) | Owls -3.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 42.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Florida Atlantic will win straight-up is 64%.

Army vs Florida Atlantic Stats

Army Black Knights

The Florida Atlantic Owls kicked off their 2024 season with a tense matchup against Michigan State, narrowly losing 16-10 in a defensive battle. The highlight of the game was a key interception returned for a touchdown by junior safety Phillip Dunnam, sparking a late offensive surge for the Owls. Despite a strong defensive performance in the second half, Florida Atlantic couldn't find the endzone again and fell short of a comeback. Looking ahead, the Owls are focused on their upcoming game against Army West Point in their American Athletic Conference debut. Head Coach Tom Herman is emphasizing preparation and attention to detail to counter Army's unique triple-option offense. Keep an eye on Owls punter Logan Lupo, named to the Ray Guy Award watchlist, as he could play a crucial role in flipping field position against Army's strong rushing attack. Army, with a power ranking of 105, has a powerful offense, solid defense, and holds a 1-0 record this season.

Florida Atlantic Owls Analysis

Army kicked off their season with a dominant 42-7 victory over Lehigh, showcasing their strong ground attack led by quarterback Bryson Daily and running back Kanye Udoh. Army controlled the game after a brief first-quarter tie, scoring 35 unanswered points and leaving no doubt about the outcome. Head coach Jeff Monken has revitalized Army football, leading them to success and victories over service academy rivals. Army, now 1-0 for the first time since 2021, will face Florida Atlantic in their first American Athletic Conference matchup. Florida Atlantic has a power ranking of 75 and ranks for offense and defense, with a record of 0-1. Army has gone 0-0 in their last three matchups against Florida Atlantic. This game marks Army's first trip to Florida since 2004, adding excitement to the matchup.

Army's Dominant Rushing Game Makes Them a Strong Bet to Cover Against Struggling Florida Atlantic

Army's offense has demonstrated notable effectiveness in the rushing game, ranking second in the FBS with an average of 375 yards per game and an impressive 6.7 yards per rushing attempt. Conversely, their passing game has struggled, ranking 133rd in the FBS with only 57 yards per game. The Black Knights have shown discipline on the field, with only 5 penalty yards in their season opener, accompanied by a total yardage output of 432 which indicates a well-balanced attack. In terms of betting trends, Army covered the spread four times in 11 games last season, particularly excelling on the road by covering in three of their six away games. Furthermore, they have shown resilience in overcoming large spreads, winning twice ATS when facing spreads of 3.5 points or greater. Considering these factors, Army stands out as a top pick to cover the spread in this upcoming matchup.

On the other hand, Florida Atlantic has struggled offensively so far this season, with a passing game averaging just 116 yards per game (ranked 121st) and a rushing attack averaging 132 yards per game (ranked 89th). Their defense, however, has shown promise, notably holding their opponent to only 16 points in their home opener. Regarding betting trends, the Owls have struggled to cover the spread, doing so only once in their last five home games and in four of their 12 games last season. Despite a recent cover in their season opener, Florida Atlantic's track record against the spread may not be as favorable as Army's.

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