- Matchup: UCF Knights vs Baylor Bears
- Date: Saturday, November 1, 2025
- Venue: McLane Stadium, Waco, TX
- Broadcast: ESPNU
- Point Spread: Bears favored by 5.0
- Over/Under: 60.5 total points
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The Baylor Bears (4-4) are set to take on the UCF Knights (4-3) at McLane Stadium on Saturday, November 1, 2025. The Knights begin the contest as 5.0-point underdogs, with the total game score projected at 60.5 points.
The UCF Knights are entering this game with a 4-3 record this season. In their most recent matchup, UCF triumphed over the West Virginia Mountaineers with a decisive score of 45-13. The Knights executed 75 plays, accumulating a total of 578 yards. On the ground, they attempted 35 rushes, gathering 255 yards, averaging an impressive 7.3 yards per attempt. Defensively, the Knights conceded 131 yards over 49 attempts, which averages out to 2.7 yards per carry. In the air, UCF allowed 11 completions on 28 attempts, totaling 79 yards and achieving a completion percentage of 39.3%.
This season, the Knights have amassed a total of 3,116 yards. In terms of scoring, UCF has secured 6 touchdown receptions and 17 rushing touchdowns. However, they’ve also turned the ball over 8 times. UCF has recorded a total of 147 first downs and has been penalized 51 times for 410 yards. With an average of 208.1 rushing yards per game, they rank 20th nationally. The Knights are averaging 30.7 points per game, showcasing their offensive capabilities.
On the defensive end, UCF has given up 1,024 passing yards this season, ranking them 5th in Division 1. They allow an average of 146.3 passing yards per game with a completion percentage of 58.4%. Overall, their total yardage allowed checks in at 292.1 yards per game, placing them 15th in D-1 standings. The Knights have surrendered 5 passing touchdowns and 9 rushing touchdowns, allowing an average of 3.8 yards per carry and 145.9 rushing yards per game. Throughout this season, they have yielded a total of 1,021 rushing yards. The Knights rank 16th in the nation in opponent scoring, allowing 17.1 points per game.
The Baylor Bears come into this matchup with an even record of 4-4. In their last game, they suffered a defeat, losing 41-20 to the Cincinnati Bearcats. Baylor gave up 50 rushing attempts that led to 265 yards (5.3 yards per carry). Their secondary allowed a completion percentage of 61.9%, with 111 yards conceded on 13 completions out of 21 attempts. Baylor managed to gain a total of 266 yards while running 58 plays, averaging 4.6 yards per play. On the ground, they recorded 129 yards on 32 carries, averaging 4.0 yards each attempt.
The Bears are currently averaging 458.6 yards per game, placing them 22nd in the nation. Their offense has been penalized 46 times for 463 yards, ranking 77th in terms of giving up free yards. They average 140.3 rushing yards per game and have totaled 1,122 rushing yards for the season. Baylor has thrown 7 interceptions and lost 9 fumbles, tallying 200 first downs. In terms of scoring, the Bears rank 35th in Division 1, averaging 34.3 points per game. So far this season, they have posted a total of 2,547 passing yards, averaging 318.4 yards per game, which ranks them 5th nationally.
Defensively, the Bears allow an average of 32.6 points per game, placing them 120th in Division 1. Baylor has surrendered a total of 1,524 rushing yards this season (190.5 yards per game) and has allowed 18 rushing touchdowns. They have also given up 13 touchdowns through the air and allowed 212.6 passing yards per game, ranking 57th. The Bears defense has faced 573 plays this season, ranking them 121st nationwide. They have forced 2 fumbles and secured 5 interceptions, resulting in a total of 261 points conceded.
Who will emerge victorious in the Knights vs. Bears college football clash against the spread?
Selection: Bet on the Bears -5.0
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