- Matchup: Oklahoma State Cowboys vs UCF Knights
- Date: Saturday, November 22, 2025
- Venue: FBC Mortgage Stadium, Orlando, FL
- Broadcast: ESPN+
- Betting Odds: Knights favored by 14.0 points
- Total Points (Over/Under): 48
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The UCF Knights (4-6) are set to clash with the Oklahoma State Cowboys (1-9) at FBC Mortgage Stadium on Saturday, November 22, 2025. Oddsmakers have placed UCF as 14-point favorites, with a total set at 48 points.
The Oklahoma State Cowboys enter this matchup with a disappointing 1-9 record this season. In their previous game, they faced off against the Kansas State Wildcats, ultimately falling short with a final score of 14-6. The Cowboys attempted to establish their ground game, rushing 29 times for a total of 147 yards, averaging 5.1 yards per carry. Overall, they executed 67 plays to accumulate 373 yards. Defensively, Oklahoma State permitted 13 completions on 19 attempts for 110 passing yards, achieving a completion rate of 68.4%. In run defense, they allowed 232 rushing yards on 39 carries, averaging 5.9 yards per attempt.
This season, the Cowboys have totaled 3,052 yards. When moving towards scoring, Oklahoma State has managed to achieve 6 touchdown passes alongside 8 rushing TDs. However, they have also suffered from 14 turnovers. The team has registered 164 first downs and incurred 58 penalties totaling 513 yards. With an average of 128.9 rushing yards, they rank 101st nationally. Scoring-wise, the Cowboys have averaged just 14.3 points per game.
On defense, Oklahoma State has allowed a staggering 2,645 passing yards, positioning them 119th nationally. They concede an average of 264.5 passing yards each game with a completion percentage of 66.9%. Their total yardage allowed is 427.8 yards per game, ranking them 124th in Division 1. The Cowboys have relinquished 25 touchdowns through the air and another 17 on the ground. Opponents have rushed for an average of 4.4 yards and totaled 163.3 rushing yards per game against them. Across 10 games this year, they have surrendered 1,633 rushing yards. Defensively, they sit in 131st in Division 1, allowing an average of 36.3 points per game.
The Knights come into this game with a record of 4-6 this season. Most recently, they faced a heavy defeat against the Texas Tech Red Raiders, finishing 48-9. UCF managed 230 total yards on offense, running 62 plays with a poor average of 3.7 yards per play. The Knights’ running game struggled to produce, averaging just 1.8 yards per carry and finishing with 52 yards on 29 attempts. Defensively, they allowed 205 rushing yards from 35 attempts, averaging 5.9 yards per rush. UCF’s pass defense faced challenges as well, allowing a completion percentage of 75.0% and conceding 294 yards through the air.
In terms of scoring capabilities, the Knights rank 82nd in college football with an average of 25.4 points per game. UCF’s offense averages 385.3 yards per game, placing them at 72nd in Division 1. They have been flagged for 75 penalties accruing 580 yards, ranking 18th in the nation. This season, they’ve thrown 9 interceptions and lost 5 fumbles while achieving 187 first downs. UCF has tallied 2,124 passing yards, averaging 212.4 per game, which ranks them 88th nationally. On the ground, they have averaged 172.9 yards, totaling 1,729 yards for the season.
Defensively, the Knights have surrendered 1,586 rushing yards (158.6 per game) and allowed 14 touchdowns on the ground this season. Through the air, they have permitted 11 touchdowns and average 180.8 passing yards allowed, ranking them 21st nationally. So far this season, UCF has given up 228 total points. The Knights’ defense has also made 5 fumble recoveries and secured 8 interceptions, having been on the field for 672 plays, ranking 77th in Division 1. They are giving up an average of 22.8 points per game, which ranks them 52nd overall.
Who will emerge victorious in this Cowboys vs. Knights college football showdown against the spread?
Expert Recommendation: Back the Cowboys +14.0
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