The UCF Knights (2-0) host the FCS Villanova Wildcats on Saturday, September 16, 2023 at FBC Mortgage Stadium. The Knights are heavily favored, by 27 points. The over/under is 55 in the contest.
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UCF vs. Villanova Odds
| Favorite | Spread | Favorite Spread Odds | Underdog Spread Odds | Total | Over Total Odds | Under Total Odds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UCF | -27 | -110 | -110 | 55 | -110 | -110 |
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Computer Pick
Predictions are calculated by a data-driven algorithm (raw power score) that ranks head-to-head matchup results within a closed network of games. Prediction confidence is determined by the delta between each team’s raw power score.
Team Stat Comparison (2022)
| UCF | Villanova | |
|---|---|---|
| Off. Points per Game (Rank) | 32.9 (25) | 10.0 (52) |
| Def. Points per Game (Rank) | 23.6 (65) | 49.0 (44) |
| Turnovers Allowed (Rank) | 18 (75) | 2 (44) |
| Turnovers Forced (Rank) | 16 (70) | 0 (65) |
UCF vs. Villanova Betting Insights (2022)
UCF Stats and Trends
- UCF has a record of 1-1-0 against the spread this season.
- The Knights have won their only game this season when playing as at least 27-point favorites.
- UCF games have hit the over once this season.
- UCF has an average total of 55.5 in their contests this year, 0.5 more points than this matchup’s over/under.
Villanova Stats and Trends (2022)
- The average over/under for Villanova’s matchups last year was 56.0, 1.0 more point than this game’s point total.
UCF Players to Watch
- This year, John Rhys Plumlee has collected 553 passing yards (276.5 yards per game) while going 38-for-54 (70.4% completion percentage) and throwing three touchdowns and four interceptions. He has tacked on 163 rushing yards on 19 carries with one touchdown, averaging 81.5 yards per game.
- Johnny Richardson has 162 yards on 23 carries (81.0 ypg).
- Kobe Hudson has hauled in nine receptions for 178 yards, best on his team. He averages 89.0 receiving yards per game.
- Javon Baker’s stat line this year shows eight catches for 132 yards. He puts up 66.0 receiving yards per game.
- Xavier Townsend has totaled 86 yards on six receptions with one touchdown, averaging 43.0 yards per game.
Villanova Players to Watch (2022 Stats)
- Last year Connor Watkins racked up 74 passing yards (74.0 yards per game) while going 12-for-21 (57.1% completion percentage) and throwing one touchdown and two interceptions. He tacked on 60 rushing yards on 10 carries, averaging 60.0 yards per game.
- Last year Jalen Jackson rushed for 39 yards on 10 carries (39.0 ypg).
- Last season Rayjoun Pringle reeled in six passes for 54 yards (54.0 yards per game) with one touchdown.
- Jaaron Hayek also added 11 yards on two grabs. He put up 11.0 receiving yards per game last year.
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