- Matchup: East Carolina Pirates vs UAB Blazers
- Date: Thursday, October 15, 2026
- Venue: Protective Stadium, Birmingham, AL
- Broadcast: ESPN
- Point Spread: Blazers (+4.5)
- Total Points Over/Under: 48.5
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On Thursday, October 15, 2026, the UAB Blazers (3-3) will host the East Carolina Pirates (3-2) at Protective Stadium. The Blazers enter as 4.5-point underdogs, with the over/under set at 48.5.
The East Carolina Pirates bring a record of 3-2 into this game. In their previous matchup, they secured a 28-12 victory against the Rice Owls, rushing the ball 41 times for 234 yards, averaging 5.7 yards per carry. Overall, the Pirates executed 75 plays, generating 376 yards. Defensively, they allowed 4 completions on 14 attempts, yielding 69 passing yards for a completion rate of 28.6%. In the rushing department, East Carolina conceded 164 yards on 51 attempts, giving them an average of 3.2 yards allowed per carry.
Throughout the season, the Pirates have accumulated 1,720 total yards. In terms of scoring, they have achieved 9 passing touchdowns and 5 rushing touchdowns but have also committed 8 turnovers. Offensively, they have recorded 80 first downs and have incurred 37 penalties costing them 353 yards. They average 148.8 rushing yards per game, ranking them 81st in Division 1, and score an average of 24.8 points per game.
When it comes to yards allowed, the Pirates have conceded 863 passing yards, ranking 18th in college football. They average 172.6 yards surrendered per game through the air, with a completion percentage of 55.7%. Overall, they give up 319.4 yards per game, placing them 39th nationally. In total, East Carolina has allowed 1 passing touchdown and 10 rushing touchdowns, with opponents averaging 3.2 yards per rush and 146.8 rushing yards per game. They rank 64th in points allowed, giving up 22.6 points per game.
The UAB Blazers arrive at this contest with a 3-3 record. In their last outing, they triumphed over the Samford Bulldogs with a score of 33-14. The Blazers finished with 400 total yards, averaging 5.7 yards per play across 70 plays. They ran for an average of 4.9 yards per carry, totaling 248 rushing yards on 51 attempts, while allowing 90 rushing yards on 25 carries (3.6 yards per carry). Their passing defense managed a completion percentage of 58.6%, allowing 140 yards from 17 completions on 29 attempts.
In the scoring department, the Blazers rank 108th in Division 1, averaging 22.2 points per game. They accumulate 335.3 yards per game, placing them at 110th in college football. With 327 yards lost due to penalties from 37 infractions, they rank 66th in maintaining discipline. The team has thrown 5 interceptions and lost 5 fumbles while achieving 116 first downs. So far this season, the Blazers have thrown for 935 total yards, averaging 155.8 passing yards per game, positioning them at 129th nationally. Their rushing offense is average with 179.5 yards per game, totaling 1,077 rushing yards.
The Blazers are conceding 25.8 points per game, rank 92nd in the nation. They have given up 1,145 rushing yards (190.8 yards per game), along with 12 rushing touchdowns this season. In terms of passing defense, they’ve allowed 6 passing touchdowns and an average of 126.0 yards per game, ranking 2nd nationally. UAB’s defense has faced 370 plays, placing them 75th overall, with 4 fumble recoveries and 4 interceptions. Thus far, they have allowed a total of 155 points this season.
Who will emerge victorious in tonight’s matchup between the Pirates and the Blazers?
Predicted Outcome: Take the Pirates -4.5
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