Cincinnati vs. Tulsa Prediction: Picks & Start Time – October 2022

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The Cincinnati Bearcats (3-1) and Tulsa Golden Hurricane (2-2) will face each other in clash of AAC foes at Skelly Field at H.A. Chapman Stadium in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Cincinnati vs. Tulsa Odds

Point Spread

The spread for this matchup is set at 10 points, with oddsmakers listing Cincinnati as the favorites.

Moneyline

As for the moneyline, Cincinnati has -375 odds to pick up the win, while Tulsa is listed at +286 to claim victory.

Over/Under

Finally, the total for the game is set at 57.5 points.

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Game Info

How to Watch Cincinnati vs. Tulsa Live?

  • Game Day: Saturday, October 1, 2022
  • Game Time: 7:00 PM ET
  • TV Channel: ESPNU
  • Location: Tulsa, Oklahoma
  • Stadium: Skelly Field at H.A. Chapman Stadium

Betting Preview

Cincinnati

On the defensive side of the ball, Cincinnati has been a top-25 unit, ranking 25th-best by surrendering only 307.8 yards per game. The offense ranks 41st (453.5 yards per game). Cincinnati sports the 40th-ranked defense this year (20.5 points allowed per game), and has been more effective on offense, ranking 15th-best with 42.5 points per game. Cincinnati owns the 28th-ranked defense this year in terms of passing yards (182.5 allowed per game), and has been more effective on offense, ranking 14th-best with 327.3 passing yards per game. Cincinnati is putting up 126.3 rushing yards per game on offense this year (104th in the FBS), and is allowing 125.3 rushing yards per game (50th) on the defensive side of the ball. Cincinnati is averaging a 46.3% third-down conversion rate on offense (36th in the FBS), and ranks 84th defensively with a 40.3% third-down percentage allowed. With seven forced turnovers (33rd in the FBS) against seven turnovers committed (84th in the FBS), Cincinnati’s even turnover margin ranks 100th in college football.

Tulsa

Tulsa’s offensive attack has been leading the way for the team, as it ranks 11th-best in the FBS with 507.0 total yards per game. In terms of defense, it is allowing 385.3 total yards per game, which ranks 77th. Tulsa is posting 39.0 points per game on offense this season (27th-ranked). Meanwhile, it is surrendering 31.8 points per contest (97th-ranked) on defense. Tulsa’s pass offense has been leading the way for the team, as it ranks fifth-best in the FBS with 358.5 passing yards per contest. In terms of defense, it is giving up 189.0 passing yards per game, which ranks 33rd. Tulsa’s defense has been bottom-25 in run defense this season, surrendering 196.3 rushing yards per game, which ranks 16th-worst in the FBS. On the offensive side of the ball, it ranks 83rd with 148.5 rushing yards per contest. Tulsa ranks 48th in the FBS with a 44.8% third-down conversion rate on offense, and 80th with a 39.7% third-down percentage allowed on the defensive side of the ball. After forcing six turnovers (56th in the FBS) and turning the ball over five times (47th in the FBS) this season, Tulsa has the 49th-ranked turnover margin of +1.

Cincinnati vs. Tulsa Betting Analysis

Cincinnati Betting Insights

Cincinnati has covered the spread in a game two times this season (2-2-0). In games it has played as 10-point favorites or more, Cincinnati has an ATS record of 2-1. Every game involving Cincinnati has hit the over so far this season. The Bearcats have won all three of the games they have been the moneyline favorite this season. The Bearcats have won all three games they have played as a moneyline favorite with odds of -375 or shorter.

Golden Hurricane Betting Insights

Tulsa has put together a record of 2-2-0 against the spread this year. Tulsa is a perfect 1-0 ATS when playing as at least 10-point underdogs. Games involving Tulsa have hit the over on three occasions this season. The Golden Hurricane lost the only game they’ve played as the underdog this season. The Golden Hurricane have played as an underdog of +286 or more once this season and lost that game.

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Cincinnati vs. Tulsa Against The Spread & Betting Records

Cincinnati

Overall Home Away
Point Total AVG 53.5 54.3 52.8
Implied Total AVG 36.5 38.5 34.5
ATS Record 2-2-0 2-0-0 0-2-0
Over/Under Record 4-0-0 2-0-0 2-0-0
Moneyline Favorite Record 3-0 2-0 1-0
Moneyline Underdog Record 0-1 0-0 0-1

Golden Hurricane

Overall Home Away
Point Total AVG 60.0 63.5 56.5
Implied Total AVG 36.0 36.5 35.5
ATS Record 2-2-0 1-1-0 1-1-0
Over/Under Record 3-1-0 2-0-0 1-1-0
Moneyline Favorite Record 2-1 2-0 0-1
Moneyline Underdog Record 0-1 0-0 0-1

Players to Watch

Cincinnati

  • Ivan Pace Jr. has suited up for four games, compiling 4.5 sacks to go with 9.0 TFL and 37 tackles for the Bearcats.
  • The Bearcats’ defense has been helped by the contributions of Bryon Threats, who has played four games and delivered 1.0 sack to go with 1.0 TFL, 18 tackles, and one interception.
  • The Bearcats’ defensive unit has been helped by the play of Eric Phillips, who has played four games and amassed 10 tackles, 1.0 TFL, and 1.5 sacks.
  • A big piece of the Bearcats’ defense, Jowon Briggs has 18 tackles, 1.0 TFL, and 1.5 sacks in four games.

Golden Hurricane

  • Justin Wright has collected one interception to go with 23 tackles, 1.0 TFL, one sack, and one pass defended in four games for the Golden Hurricane.
  • Kendarin Ray has been causing chaos on defense, collecting 21 tackles, 1.0 TFL, and one pass defended for the Golden Hurricane.
  • Bryson Powers has recorded 24 tackles in four games for the Golden Hurricane.
  • Tyon Davis has posted one interception to go with 15 tackles and one pass defended In four games for the Golden Hurricane.

Cincinnati vs. Tulsa Predictions and Pick

Cincinnati vs. Tulsa betting card

    Pick ATS:

    Golden Hurricane (+10)

    Pick OU:

    Over (57.5)

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How to Bet on Cincinnati vs. Tulsa

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Our prediction to win this matchup is Cincinnati, and we predict that Tulsa will cover the spread (Cincinnati -10). Finally, we see the scoring in this one going over the posted total of 57.5 points.

WRITTEN BY

Matt Rooney

Matt comes from Chicago and has lived in the area his whole life. Graduated from and played football at Illinois Wesleyan University in Bloomington, IL while also serving as the director of student sports broadcasting. He writes for Betsperts as well as appears on several shows across the network.

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