- Matchup: Memphis Tigers vs Florida Atlantic Owls
- Date: Saturday, September 27, 2025
- Venue: Flagler Credit Union Stadium, Boca Raton, FL
- Broadcast: ESPN2
- Betting Odds: Owls (+14.0)
- Total Points Over/Under: 61.5
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The Memphis Tigers (4-0) are set to travel to Flagler Credit Union Stadium on Saturday, September 27, 2025, as they take on the Florida Atlantic Owls (1-2). The Owls enter this game as 14.0-point underdogs, with an over/under of 61.5 points.
Currently, the Memphis Tigers arrive at this game with an unbeaten record of 4-0. In their most recent contest, they secured a narrow victory over the Arkansas Razorbacks, with a final score of 32-31. Throughout that game, the Tigers demonstrated a powerful rushing attack, running the ball 41 times for a total of 290 yards, averaging an impressive 7.1 yards per carry. Overall, Memphis executed 72 offensive plays, accumulating 489 total yards. On defense, the Tigers allowed 18 completions on 34 attempts for 325 passing yards, resulting in a completion percentage of 52.9%. Against the run, they conceded 175 yards on 32 attempts, averaging 5.5 yards per carry.
This season, the Tigers have amassed a total of 1,752 offensive yards. In terms of touchdown distribution, Memphis has recorded 3 passing touchdowns along with 14 rushing touchdowns, while turning the ball over 4 times. The offense has achieved 93 first downs and incurred 21 penalties for a total of 185 yards. They currently rank 19th in college football with an average of 236.3 rushing yards per game, scoring an average of 35.8 points per contest.
Defensively, the Tigers have allowed 851 passing yards, placing them 85th in Division 1. They concede an average of 212.8 passing yards per game with a completion rate of 56.5%. In total, they give up 308.3 yards per game, ranking 43rd nationally, including 3 passing touchdowns and 4 rushing touchdowns allowed. They restrict opponents to an average of 3.2 yards per carry and 95.5 rushing yards per game, totaling 382 rushing yards surrendered over four games. Memphis ranks 31st in Division 1 for points allowed, with an average of 16.0 points per game.
The Owls enter this matchup with a record of 1-2 for the season. In their last outing, they faced a defeat against the FIU Panthers, finishing 38-28. The Owls racked up a total of 478 yards in that game, conducting 82 plays at an average of 5.8 yards per play. The Florida Atlantic ground game averaged 4.4 yards an attempt, totaling 135 yards on 31 carries. Their defense struggled, allowing 40 rushing attempts for 224 yards at a rate of 5.6 yards per rush, and the pass defense yielded a completion rate of 75.0%, allowing 184 yards on 18 of 24 passing attempts.
The Florida Atlantic Owls are averaging 461.7 total yards per game, ranking 28th in the nation. However, they have committed 20 penalties for a total of 184 yards, placing them 87th in Division 1 for self-inflicted setbacks. The team averages 135.0 yards per game on the ground, accumulating 405 rushing yards throughout the season. They have thrown 9 interceptions while recovering 0 fumbles, and have achieved 80 first downs. In terms of scoring, the Owls rank 70th nationally, averaging 30.3 points per game. This season, they have passed for a grand total of 980 yards, averaging 326.7 passing yards per game, which ranks them 13th in Division 1.
This season, the Owls’ defense has allowed 405 rushing yards (135.0 yards per game) and 4 rushing touchdowns. In addition, they have yielded 6 touchdowns through the air and allowed an average of 226.3 passing yards per game, putting them in 88th place in college football. Overall, they have permitted 91 points this season. Their defense has managed to recover 1 fumble and has no interceptions. The Owls’ defense has participated in 206 plays this season, ranking 35th nationally, while allowing an average of 30.3 points per game, which puts them at 112th in college football.
Who will emerge victorious in this Tigers vs. Owls college football clash?
Expert’s Prediction: Take the Owls +14.0
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