Florida Atlantic Owls vs UConn Huskies Matchup

UConn comes in as the slight -2.5 point favorite as they host Florida Atlantic in a week four non-conference matchup. Kick-off is set for 7:00 ET from Pratt & Whitney Stadium in East Hartford. The money line odds are -136 for UConn and +113 for Florida Atlantic, with the over/under line at 46.5 points. The game will be broadcast on CBSS. Both teams are 1-2 on the season.

Owls vs. Huskies Matchup At A Glance

Sport: CFB
Teams: Florida Atlantic Owls at UConn Huskies
Where: East Hartford at Pratt & Whitney Stadium
Date: Saturday, September 21st
Betting Odds UCONN -2.5, FLATL +113 | UCONN -136 O/U 46.5

Owls Preview:

Florida Atlantic improved to 1-2 on the season after defeating Florida International 38-20 at home. The Owls, who were -3.5 point favorites, not only won but also covered the spread. The over/under line for the game was 44.5 points, but the teams combined for 58 points, surpassing the total.

The game was tied 7-7 after the first quarter, but Florida Atlantic took control in the second quarter, outscoring Florida International 17-0 to lead 24-7 at halftime. The Owls added 14 points in the third quarter and held Florida International to 7 points, and then added 6 points in the 4th quarter.

Owls Offense Breakdown

Florida Atlantic's offense was powered by a strong ground game in their 38-20 win over Florida International. The Owls rushed for 259 yards, with Zuberi Mobley leading the way with 134 yards on 20 carries. Mobley found the end zone three times, averaging 6.7 yards per carry. Overall, the team scored five rushing touchdowns.

Cam Fancher completed 14 of 26 passes for 161 yards, with no touchdowns or interceptions. CJ Campbell Jr. was the leading receiver, with four catches for 59 yards.

Owls Team Defense

Florida Atlantic's defense allowed 368 total yards in their most recent game, but they managed to come up with three interceptions. The Owls gave up 281 passing yards and three touchdowns through the air, but they held the Panthers to just 87 rushing yards on 25 attempts.

Huskies Preview:

Huskies Offense Breakdown

UConn's offense, led by quarterback Nick Evers, put up 314 total yards in their 26-21 loss to Duke. Evers completed 15 of 29 passes for 135 yards, with one touchdown and an interception. Skyler Bell was his top target, catching seven passes for 58 yards.

The Huskies' ground game was effective, gaining 179 yards on 37 carries. Cam Edwards led the way with 106 yards on 21 attempts, averaging 5 yards per carry, and added a rushing touchdown. UConn's offense moved the chains 17 times but struggled to convert in the red zone, resulting in a close defeat.

Huskies Team Defense

UConn's defense will be looking to improve after giving up 418 total yards in their most recent game. Duke's offense was able to move the ball effectively, with UConn allowing 26 first downs. The Huskies' secondary had a particularly tough game, giving up 267 passing yards and three touchdowns. On the ground, UConn allowed 151 yards, but they did manage to force one interception.

Owls vs Huskies Betting Odds, Trends & Analysis

Through their last ten road games, Florida Atlantic has an ATS record of just 5-4-1. However, their overall record was 3-7 while averaging 29 points per game.
Across the UConn Huskies last five home games, the team averaged 13 points per game while allowing 39. Their record vs the spread in these contests was 2-3, while going 1-4 straight-up.
As the betting underdog, the Florida Atlantic Owls have an ATS mark of just 6-3-1 in their last ten games. Florida Atlantic posted a straight up mark of 2-8 in these matchups.
In their last five games as the betting favorite, the UConn Huskies have a strong straight up record of 3-2. In addition, their ATS record was 3-2 in these scenarios.