South Florida (USF) faces UTSA in a key matchup this week. Despite a recent loss to Memphis that dropped USF out of the AP Top 25, the Bulls remain contenders for the American Conference Championship. With a 6-2 overall record and 3-1 in conference play, USF started strong by defeating ranked teams Boise State at home and pulling off a major upset at Florida.
USF stumbled with a loss at Miami but then won four consecutive games, including three against conference opponents. A close 34-31 defeat to Memphis, where the Tigers scored in the final two minutes, has altered their path.
USF is among six teams in the conference with one loss, while UTSA recently returned to a .500 record following a surprising 22-point upset over Tulane.
The Roadrunners began their season with two losses to Texas A&M and Texas State but have since won four of their last six games. Their wins include victories over FCS Incarnate Word, Colorado State, and Rice. UTSA needs to keep winning and receive some help to reach the American Conference Championship, though a bowl game appearance is still within reach.
"South Florida is a 14-point college football betting odds favorite against UTSA, with the Over/Under being 67.5 as of this writing."
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Author's Summary: Despite recent setbacks, USF holds an edge over UTSA as both teams pursue crucial wins for conference standings and postseason hopes.