Thursday night’s AAC matchup at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, FL, features South Florida hosting UTSA. The Bulls enter as 13.5-point favorites, with a total points line set at 67.5 (7:30 PM ET, ESPN).
South Florida’s offense has surged behind a dual-threat quarterback who has averaged among the nation’s top yardage since Week 8. UTSA relies on a strong, physical defense that has forced turnovers in five consecutive games, though their offense has been inconsistent at times.
The pace of this game is expected to be fast, with both teams ranking in the top 20 nationally for seconds per snap. This likely contributes to the high total line of 67.5 points.
South Florida’s speed and home-field advantage appear decisive, but UTSA’s methodical, long-drive approach could slow the game and frustrate viewers anticipating early offensive fireworks.
If the Bulls can control the tempo and successfully execute perimeter passes, the game might open up quickly. Otherwise, it will be a contest between UTSA’s clock management and South Florida’s explosiveness.
Raymond James Stadium, Tampa, FL
Author’s summary: The matchup pits South Florida’s speedy, dual-threat offense against UTSA’s turnover-forcing defense in a potentially fast-paced game where strategy and tempo control will likely decide the outcome.