2025 Week 11 Preview: UTSA Roadrunners @ South Florida Bulls
South Florida and UTSA clash on Thursday night in a high-scoring matchup that could have serious implications for the American Conference title race. South Florida (6-2, 3-1 American) returns from a bye week looking to recover after suffering its first conference loss in October.
The Bulls enter the game as two-touchdown favorites on home turf, while UTSA (4-4, 2-2 American) rides a wave of momentum from its dominating 48-26 win over Tulane last week. The Roadrunners aim to spoil another contender’s run, while South Florida seeks its first American Conference Championship appearance.
UTSA’s Renewed Confidence
In their win against Tulane, UTSA finally displayed the full potential of the roster envisioned early in the season. Returning offensive playmakers Owen McCown, Robert Henry Jr., and Devin McCuin helped power a dominant performance that reflected the team’s preseason expectations.
"This was the team the Roadrunners envisioned at the beginning of the year."
However, that game was played at home in the Alamodome, where the Roadrunners have been nearly unbeatable.
Home vs. Road Struggles
Under head coach Jeff Traylor, UTSA boasts a 24-0 record against conference opponents at home, including two Conference USA Championship victories. Yet, the team’s record away from San Antonio tells a different story: just one win in its last eleven regular-season road games.
The offensive drop-off is striking — UTSA has posted 36 or more points in each of its four home games, but has failed to eclipse 24 points in any road contest this season.
Key Storylines
- South Florida’s bid to stay in the title race
- UTSA’s attempt to maintain momentum after a breakthrough win
- The contrast between home dominance and road struggles for the Roadrunners
Author’s summary: Thursday’s showdown pits South Florida’s championship hopes against a rejuvenated UTSA squad desperate to prove its road resilience.