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C-USA opponents will clash when the UTSA Roadrunners (7-2) meet the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs (3-6).
UTSA vs. Louisiana Tech Odds
Point Spread
The spread for this matchup is set at 17.5 points, with sportsbooks listing UTSA as the favorites.
Moneyline
As for the moneyline, UTSA has -944 odds to pick up the win, while Louisiana Tech is listed at +598 to claim victory.
Over/Under
Finally, the over/under for the game is set at 68.5 points.
Game Info
How to Watch UTSA vs. Louisiana Tech Live?
- Game Day: Saturday, November 12, 2022
- Game Time: 3:30 PM ET
- TV Channel: ESPN+
- Location: San Antonio, Texas
- Stadium: Alamodome
Betting Preview
UTSA
While UTSA ranks 22nd-worst in the FBS in total defense with 434.2 yards allowed per game, it’s been a different story on the other side of the ball, as the Roadrunners rank 12th-best in the FBS (490.2 yards per game). Offensively, UTSA has been a top-25 unit, ranking 21st-best in the FBS by averaging 36.6 points per game. The Roadrunners rank 98th on defense (30.3 points allowed per game). While UTSA ranks 15th-worst in the FBS in passing defense with 276.0 passing yards allowed per game, it’s been a different story offensively, as the offensive unit ranks eighth-best in the FBS (325.3 passing yards per game). UTSA is totaling 164.9 rushing yards per game on offense this year (56th in the FBS), and is giving up 158.2 rushing yards per game (83rd) on defense. UTSA ranks 97th in third-down defense this year (42.0% third-down percentage allowed), but has been thriving on offense, ranking fifth-best in the FBS with a 53.2% third-down percentage. With eight forced turnovers (118th in the FBS) against 11 turnovers committed (38th in the FBS), UTSA (-3) has the 100th-ranked turnover margin in college football.
Louisiana Tech
Louisiana Tech’s defense has been bottom-25 in total defense this season, allowing 470.0 total yards per game, which ranks seventh-worst. On offense, it ranks 63rd with 403.0 total yards per contest. Louisiana Tech has been struggling defensively, ranking fifth-worst with 37.9 points given up per game. It has been better on offense, posting 32.6 points per contest (40th-ranked). Louisiana Tech’s pass defense ranks 73rd in the FBS with 235.2 passing yards allowed per game, but it has been lifted up by its offense, which ranks 22nd-best by piling up 288.9 passing yards per contest. In terms of rushing, this season has been difficult for Louisiana Tech on both offense and defense, as it is averaging only 114.1 rushing yards per game (24th-worst) and surrendering 234.8 rushing yards per game (worst). Louisiana Tech is generating a 37.8% third-down conversion percentage on offense this season (83rd-ranked). Meanwhile, it is giving up a 40.0% third-down rate (78th-ranked) on defense. Louisiana Tech has a +4 turnover margin this season, which ranks 35th in the FBS.
UTSA vs. Louisiana Tech Betting Analysis
UTSA Betting Insights
UTSA has put together a 4-5-0 record against the spread this season. UTSA has yet to cover a spread when they are at least 17.5-point favorites (0-2). UTSA games have finished with a final combined score above the over/under six times this season. The Roadrunners have yet to lose a game they were the moneyline favorite this season, going 6-0. The Roadrunners have played as a moneyline favorite of -944 or shorter in just one game this season, which they won.
Bulldogs Betting Insights
Louisiana Tech has covered the spread five times this season (5-4-0). In games they have played as 17.5-point underdogs or more, the Bulldogs have an ATS record of 1-1. Games involving Louisiana Tech have hit the over on eight occasions this year. The Bulldogs have entered the game as underdogs six times this season and won once. The Bulldogs have been at least a +598 moneyline underdog two times this season, but lost all of those games.
UTSA vs. Louisiana Tech Against The Spread & Betting Records
UTSA
| Overall | Home | Away | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Point Total AVG | 62.7 | 68.1 | 58.3 |
| Implied Total AVG | 38.1 | 42.3 | 34.8 |
| ATS Record | 4-5-0 | 1-3-0 | 3-2-0 |
| Over/Under Record | 6-3-0 | 2-2-0 | 4-1-0 |
| Moneyline Favorite Record | 6-0 | 2-0 | 4-0 |
| Moneyline Underdog Record | 0-2 | 0-1 | 0-1 |
Bulldogs
| Overall | Home | Away | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Point Total AVG | 59.6 | 59.4 | 59.8 |
| Implied Total AVG | 35.1 | 31.5 | 38.0 |
| ATS Record | 5-4-0 | 4-0-0 | 1-4-0 |
| Over/Under Record | 8-1-0 | 4-0-0 | 4-1-0 |
| Moneyline Favorite Record | 2-1 | 2-0 | 0-1 |
| Moneyline Underdog Record | 1-5 | 1-1 | 0-4 |
Players to Watch
UTSA
- The Roadrunners’ defense has been aided by Corey Mayfield Jr., who has suited up for nine games and posted 34 tackles, 1.0 TFL, one sack, and three interceptions.
- As part of the Roadrunners’ defensive unit, Trey Moore has delivered 5.0 sacks to go with 6.0 TFL and 24 tackles in nine games.
- With 42 tackles and 2.0 TFL in nine games, Jamal Ligon has been an important part of the Roadrunners’ defense in 2022.
- Trevor Harmanson, as part of the Roadrunners’ defensive unit, has collected 0.5 sacks to go with 3.0 TFL and 31 tackles in nine games.
Bulldogs
- Cecil Singleton has compiled one interception to go with 35 tackles, 3.0 TFL, one sack, and one pass defended in nine games for the Bulldogs.
- In nine games for the Bulldogs, Jaiden Cole has collected one interception to go with 34 tackles, 2.0 TFL, 3.5 sacks, and two passes defended.
- Hugh Davis has compiled 1.5 sacks to go with 2.0 TFL and 44 tackles in nine games for the Bulldogs.
- On defense, Bee Jay Williamson has racked up 35 tackles, 1.0 TFL, and one interception in nine games.
UTSA vs. Louisiana Tech Predictions and Pick
UTSA vs. Louisiana Tech betting card
- Pick ATS:
Roadrunners (-17.5)
Pick OU:
Under (68.5)
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Our pick to win this contest is UTSA, and we predict that UTSA will cover the spread (UTSA -17.5). Finally, we see the scoring in this one going under the posted total of 68.5 points.