- Matchup: UCF Knights vs Oklahoma State Cowboys
- Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026
- Venue: Boone Pickens Stadium, Stillwater, OK
- Broadcast: ESPN2
- Betting Odds: Cowboys favored by 10 points
- Over/Under Total: 53.5 points
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This exciting clash between the Oklahoma State Cowboys (3-1) and the UCF Knights (3-2) is set to occur at Boone Pickens Stadium on Saturday, October 10, 2026. The UCF Knights enter the game as 10-point underdogs, with an over/under set at 53.5 points.
The UCF Knights come into this matchup with a season record of 3-2. In their most recent outing, they faced the Houston Cougars, suffering a loss with a final score of 27-17. During that game, UCF rushed 21 times, amassing 73 yards for an average of 3.5 yards per carry. They executed 59 plays, accumulating a total of 332 yards. On the defensive front, UCF allowed 18 passes out of 33 attempts, yielding 239 yards and a completion rate of 54.5%. When it came to rushing defense, they allowed 154 yards on 44 attempts, averaging 3.5 yards per carry.
This season, the Knights have totaled 1,754 yards. In terms of touchdowns, UCF has reached the end zone with 6 touchdowns through the air and 14 rushing touchdowns, but they’ve also turned the ball over 5 times. The team has recorded 82 first downs and committed 35 penalties totaling 271 yards. UCF averages 172.6 rushing yards per game, placing them at 56th in the nation. The Knights score an average of 32.4 points per game.
Defensively, UCF has given up 1,117 yards through the air, ranking them 94th in the FBS. They allow 223.4 passing yards per game and a completion rate of 59.1%. Overall, they yield 343.4 yards per game, ranking 62nd in Division 1, with 3 passing touchdowns and 6 rushing touchdowns surrendered. Opponents average 3.2 rushing yards per attempt against them and have accumulated 600 rushing yards against UCF over 5 games. The Knights rank 32nd in Division 1 in terms of point
The Oklahoma State Cowboys bring a 3-1 record into this game. In their previous matchup, they triumphed over the West Virginia Mountaineers with a score of 41-24. The Cowboys amassed a substantial total of 609 yards, executing 68 plays (averaging 9.0 yards per play). When running the ball, Oklahoma State averaged 5.4 yards per attempt, ending with 220 yards on 41 carries. Defensively, they allowed 66 rushing attempts for 335 yards (5.1 yards per carry) while the secondary held opponents to a completion rate of 45.5%, giving up 132 yards on 10 out of 22 passing attempts.
The Cowboys lead the nation with an impressive average of 548.3 yards per game. However, they rank 131st in Division 1 for penalties, accumulating 207 yards from 20 infractions. Oklahoma State averages 221.3 rushing yards per game, having gained 885 yards on the ground this season. Despite losing 3 fumbles and throwing 5 interceptions, they have achieved 110 first downs. In terms of scoring, the Cowboys rank 30th nationally with an average of 37.3 points per game. They have passed for 1,308 yards this season, averaging 327.0 passing yards per game, putting them 7th in Division 1.
Defensively, Oklahoma State has allowed 635 rushing yards (158.8 yards per game) along with 6 rushing touchdowns. They’ve also surrendered 3 passing touchdowns and an average of 158.5 passing yards per game, ranking 15th nationally. Total points given up this season stands at 79, with 1 fumble and 3 interceptions recorded. The Cowboys’ defense has made 250 plays this season, placing them 11th in the country, and they allow an average of 19.8 points per game, ranking 44th in Division 1.
Who will prevail in this thrilling Knights vs. Cowboys college football clash against the spread?
Pick: Bet on the Knights +10.0
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