- Matchup: North Texas Mean Green vs Rice Owls
- Date: Saturday, November 22, 2025
- Venue: Rice Stadium, Houston, TX
- Broadcast: ESPNU
- Betting Line: Owls (+18.0)
- Over/Under Total: 55.5
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This weekend, Rice Stadium will host a thrilling showdown between the Rice Owls (5-5) and the North Texas Mean Green (9-1) on Saturday, November 22, 2025. North Texas enters as 18.0-point favorites with the total points set at 55.5.
Currently boasting a 9-1 season record, the North Texas Mean Green recently dominated the UAB Blazers, winning decisively with a score of 53-24. During that game, they executed 59 plays for 506 total yards. On the ground, North Texas recorded 208 rushing yards over 34 attempts, averaging 6.1 yards per carry. However, they struggled defensively, allowing 311 rushing yards on 44 carries, which averages out to 7.1 yards per attempt. In the passing game, they permitted 8 completions on 14 attempts for 80 yards, achieving a completion rate of 57.1%.
This season, the Mean Green have accumulated a remarkable total of 4,896 yards. Their touchdown tally includes 24 through the air and 35 on the ground, with a total of 10 turnovers. North Texas achieved 258 first downs while committing 55 penalties for 447 yards. With an average of 182.3 rushing yards per game, they rank 38th in Division 1 football, while their scoring average stands at an impressive 45.3 points per game.
Defensively, North Texas has allowed 1,731 passing yards, placing them 16th nationally. They give up an average of 173.1 yards per game through the air, with a completion percentage against of 58.0%. Overall, they have allowed an average of 375.8 total yards per game, ranking them 77th in the nation. Their defense has surrendered 12 passing touchdowns and 17 rushing touchdowns, permitting opponents 4.8 yards per rushing attempt and an average of 202.7 rushing yards per game, totaling 2,027 rushing yards allowed through 10 games. The Mean Green’s defense is positioned 69th in the nation, yielding 24.1 points per game.
The Rice Owls, with a current record of 5-5, secured a recent victory against the UAB Blazers, winning 24-17. For this matchup, Rice ran for an average of 3.4 yards per carry, accumulating 191 yards on 57 attempts. They executed 72 plays for a total of 232 yards, averaging 3.2 yards per play. The Owls’ pass defense maintained a completion percentage of 52.9%, conceding 213 yards on 18 of 34 attempts. Their rushing defense allowed 102 yards on 29 attempts, averaging 3.5 yards per carry.
Statistically, the Rice Owls average 308.1 yards per game, ranking 121st in Division 1. They have accumulated 499 yards from penalties due to 47 infractions, positioning them 118th nationally. Their rushing game averages 211.1 yards per game, totaling 2,111 rushing yards this season. The Owls have committed 3 interceptions and 4 fumbles, achieving 173 first downs. They currently rank 112th in Division 1 with an average of 21.1 points scored per game. Through the season, they have accumulated 970 passing yards, averaging only 97.0 yards per game, placing them 135th in the country.
The Owls’ defense allows an average of 27.9 points per game, which ranks 89th nationally. To date, they have surrendered 1,444 rushing yards (averaging 144.4 yards per game) and 17 rushing touchdowns. In the passing game, they have allowed 14 touchdowns and an average of 217.6 passing yards per game, ranking 67th in the nation. The Owls’ defense has appeared in 634 plays this season, ranking 31st nationally. They have managed to recover 3 fumbles and secured 3 interceptions, resulting in a total of 279 points allowed.
Who will emerge victorious in the college football matchup between the Mean Green and the Owls?
Prediction: Bet on the Owls +18.0
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