- Matchup: Rice Owls vs Florida Atlantic Owls
- Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
- Venue: Flagler Credit Union Stadium, Boca Raton, FL
- Broadcast: ESPNU
- Betting Odds: Owls favored by 9.5 points
- Over/Under Total: 53.5 points
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The Rice Owls (1-6) will take on the Florida Atlantic Owls (4-2) at the Flagler Credit Union Stadium on Saturday, October 24, 2026. Vegas has established Florida Atlantic as 9.5-point favorites, with an over/under total set at 53.5 points.
Currently, the Rice Owls are struggling at a record of 1-6 this season. In their most recent outing, they faced the Tulsa Golden Hurricane and were defeated with a score of 38-17. The Owls made 54 rushing attempts, gaining 289 yards for an average of 5.4 yards per carry. Overall, they executed 62 plays, accumulating a total of 351 yards. Defensively, Rice allowed 20 completions out of 27 attempts, yielding 249 passing yards for a completion rate of 74.1%. In terms of their rushing defense, they surrendered 152 yards on 36 carries, averaging 4.2 yards per run.
In terms of scoring, the Rice Owls are averaging 17.0 points per game. On offense, they have been able to average 238.9 rushing yards per game, ranking them 7th nationally. This season, they have accumulated a total of 2,230 yards. In touchdown distribution, Rice has recorded 3 passing touchdowns and 12 rushing touchdowns. The team has achieved 121 first downs but has also encountered 36 penalties, costing them 317 yards. Furthermore, they have committed 10 turnovers.
Defensively, the Owls rank 112th in the nation, allowing opponents to score an average of 29.0 points per game. They have yielded an average of 4.9 yards per carry, giving up approximately 183.4 rushing yards each game, totaling 1,284 rushing yards this season over 7 games. In passing defense, Rice has permitted 1,323 yards, which positions them 62nd in the nation, yielding 189.0 passing yards and a 64.1% completion rate each game. Overall, they are allowing an average of 372.4 yards per game, placing them 89th in Division 1. Their defense has conceded 13 passing touchdowns and 12 rushing touchdowns.
The Florida Atlantic Owls have a record of 4-2 this season. In their last game, they suffered a defeat against the Army Black Knights, finishing with a score of 56-24. In that match, Florida Atlantic faced 60 rushing attempts, allowing 479 yards (8.0 yards per rush). The secondary permitted a 50.0% completion rate, yielding 2 yards on 1 out of 2 passing attempts. Overall, Florida Atlantic accumulated 432 yards on 77 plays (5.6 yards per play), while achieving 3.9 yards per run from 28 carries, totaling 108 rushing yards.
The Florida Atlantic Owls average 422.7 yards per game, ranking them 46th in Division 1. The Florida Atlantic offense has been penalized 45 times, costing them 371 yards, which ranks 51st in D-1 for penalties. They average 115.0 rushing yards per game, having recorded a total of 690 rushing yards for the season. Additionally, they have thrown 3 interceptions and allowed 3 fumbles while achieving 149 first downs. In scoring, the Owls rank 38th in D-1, averaging 35.0 points per game. They have amassed 1,846 passing yards this season, translating to an average of 307.7 yards per game, placing them 9th in college football.
This year, Florida Atlantic has allowed 1,309 rushing yards (218.2 yards/game) and has conceded 17 rushing touchdowns. They have surrendered 8 passing touchdowns at an average of 198.3 yards per game, ranking 50th in the nation. The team has given up a total of 189 points, along with 2 fumbles and 6 interceptions. Florida Atlantic’s defense has been on the field for 393 plays, ranking 37th in college football. They have allowed an average of 31.5 points per game, positioning them 118th in the nation.
Which team will prevail in this Owls vs. Owls college football matchup?
Tip: Consider backing the Owls +9.5
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