- Matchup: Florida Atlantic Owls vs Rice Owls
- Event Date: Saturday, October 4, 2025
- Venue: Rice Stadium, Houston, TX
- Broadcast: ESPN+
- Betting Odds: Owls favored by 4.5 points
- Over/Under Total: 52.5 points
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The Florida Atlantic Owls (1-3) will be traveling to Rice Stadium on Saturday, October 4, 2025, to face off against the Rice Owls (3-2). Florida Atlantic enters this contest as 4.5-point underdogs, with the game total set at 52.5 points.
The Florida Atlantic Owls are currently holding a 1-3 record this season. In their most recent game, they faced the Memphis Tigers, suffering a significant loss with a score of 55-26. Florida Atlantic struggled defensively, allowing 291 rushing yards on 46 carries, averaging 6.3 yards per rush. Through the air, they allowed Memphis to complete 13 out of 19 passes for a total of 196 yards, achieving a completion rate of 68.4%. In total, the Owls ran 80 plays, amassing 397 yards. On offense, Florida Atlantic rushed 29 times for 75 yards, averaging 2.6 yards per carry.
This season, Florida Atlantic has accumulated a total of 1,782 offensive yards. In terms of scoring, they’ve recorded 8 touchdowns through the air and 5 on the ground, but they have also turned the ball over 10 times. The team has achieved 99 first downs and committed 30 penalties totaling 246 yards. They rank 109th in FBS with an average of 120.0 rushing yards per game. Point-wise, the Owls are averaging 29.3 points per game.
Defensively, Florida Atlantic has allowed 875 passing yards, ranking them 52nd in FBS, and giving up an average of 218.8 passing yards per game with a completion percentage against of 62.3%. Over the season, they’ve permitted an average of 392.8 total yards per game, placing them 98th in FBS. On the ground, they have allowed 696 rushing yards through four games, yielding an average of 4.8 yards per carry. Currently, they rank 127th in Division 1 for team defense, permitting 36.5 points per game.
The Rice Owls come into this matchup with a record of 3-2. In their last game, they suffered a 21-13 defeat against the Navy Midshipmen. In that game, Rice averaged 3.1 yards per carry, finishing with 120 rushing yards on 39 attempts. The Owls had a total of 234 yards from 60 plays, averaging 3.9 yards per play. On defense, Rice allowed a completion rate of 61.5%, giving up 172 passing yards on 8 completions from 13 attempts. They also surrendered 283 rushing yards on 48 carries, averaging 5.9 yards per rush.
In terms of scoring, Rice ranks 113th in FBS, averaging just 20.4 points per game. The Owls have accumulated an average of 305.4 yards per game, placing them 125th nationally. This season, they have incurred 275 penalty yards through 27 violations, ranking them 70th in Division 1 for penalties. Offensively, they have thrown for a total of 422 yards this season, averaging just 84.4 passing yards per contest, which ranks 136th. Conversely, their rushing attack has been more effective, averaging 221.0 yards per game with a total of 1,105 rushing yards.
Defensively, the Owls have allowed 20.4 points per game, ranking 50th in college football. They have given up 813 rushing yards (162.6 yards per game) and 8 rushing touchdowns this season. Through the air, they have allowed 3 touchdowns and 171.6 passing yards per game, ranking 30th nationally. The Rice defense has participated in 316 plays this season, taking the 90th spot in college football. Overall, they have recovered 2 fumbles and made 2 interceptions, contributing to a total of 102 points conceded this season.
Which team will prevail in this highly anticipated Owls vs. Owls matchup?
Prediction: Choose the Owls -4.5
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