Thursday night at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, South Florida hosts UTSA in an American Athletic Conference matchup. The Bulls enter as 13.5-point favorites with a total points line set at 67.5. The game kicks off at 7:30 PM ET and will be broadcast on ESPN.
South Florida’s offense has surged recently, led by a dual-threat quarterback who has averaged more yards per game since Week 8 than most QBs nationally. UTSA relies on a physical defense that has forced turnovers in five consecutive games but faces challenges on offense at times.
The matchup is expected to feature a fast pace, with both teams ranking in the top 20 nationally for seconds per snap, which partly explains the high total points line. South Florida’s speed and home-field advantage are key factors, but UTSA's ability to sustain long drives could slow the game down and frustrate those expecting a high-scoring shootout early.
"If the Bulls can dictate pace and hit their perimeter routes, this could get away quickly. Otherwise, it’s a race between clock control and explosiveness."
Raymond James Stadium, Tampa, FL
Author’s summary: This high-stakes AAC game features a speedy South Florida offense against a turnover-hungry UTSA defense, with pacing and game control likely to decide the outcome.