The UConn Huskies (0-5) play on Saturday at 5:00 PM ET at Rice Stadium versus the Rice Owls (3-2).
Last time out, the Owls took the loss against the South Florida Bulls, 42-29. The Huskies lost in their last outing by a final score of 41-7 against the Duke Blue Devils.
JT Daniels finished with 232 yards on 18-32 passing (56.2%) in the Owls’ last game, adding two touchdowns and one interception. Chase Jenkins ran for one touchdown while compiling 27 yards on four attempts. Landon Ransom-Goelz gained 54 yards on two receptions with one score.
In the Huskies’ last game, Ta’Quan Roberson threw for 255 yards on 23-32 passing (71.9%), tossing two touchdowns and one interception. Victor Rosa ran for 92 yards on 15 attempts. He also hauled in three receptions for 28 yards. Cameron Ross gained 70 yards on seven receptions.
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Rice Players to Watch
- This year, Daniels has collected 1,469 passing yards (293.8 yards per game) while going 98-for-157 (62.4% completion percentage) and throwing 13 touchdowns and four interceptions.
- Dean Connors has rushed for a team-leading 138 yards on 34 carries (27.6 yards per game) while scoring one touchdown. He also averages 43.6 receiving yards per game, grabbing 17 passes for 218 yards and two touchdowns.
- So far this year Juma Otoviano has run for 76 yards on 32 carries (15.2 ypg).
- Luke McCaffrey has grabbed 23 passes for a team-best 414 yards with four touchdowns. He averages 82.8 yards per game.
- This season Braylen Walker is averaging 38 yards per game, with 11 catches for 190 yards and two touchdowns.
UConn Players to Watch
- Roberson leads his team with 755 passing yards (188.8 per game) and has a 57.4% completion percentage (70-of-122), throwing five touchdown passes and two interceptions.
- Rosa has picked up a team-high 310 rushing yards (62 yards per game) and scored two touchdowns.
- Devontae Houston has 161 yards on 34 carries (40.3 ypg).
- Brett Buckman has grabbed 22 passes for a team-best 261 yards while scoring one touchdown. He averages 52.2 yards per game.
- Ross’ stat line this year shows 20 catches for 191 yards. He puts up 38.2 receiving yards per game.
- Justin Joly has 179 receiving yards on 16 receptions, averaging 35.8 yards per game.
Rice Recent Stat Leaders
- Ty Anthony Morris has hit the gridiron for of the Owls’ last three games, collecting four tackles.
- As part of the Owls’ defensive unit, Izeya Floyd has amassed five tackles in their last three games.
- Marcus Williams has hit the gridiron for of the Owls’ last three games, posting 11 tackles and one TFL.
- With 11 tackles and one TFL, Colin Giffen has helped lead the Owls’ defense over their last three games.
UConn Recent Stat Leaders
- Hunter Clark has posted 11 tackles and one TFL in the Huskies’ last three contests.
- The Huskies’ Chris Hudson has registered 11 tackles and one TFL for the Huskies in their last three games.
- Tui Faumuina-Brown has recorded one sack to go with two TFL and 18 tackles in the Huskies’ last three contests.
- Alfred Chea has amassed two TFL and 18 tackles for the Huskies in their last three outings.
Rice vs. UConn Odds
| Favorite | Spread | Favorite Spread Odds | Underdog Spread Odds | Total | Over Total Odds | Under Total Odds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rice | -9.5 | -110 | -110 | 47.5 | -110 | -110 |
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Team Stat Comparison
| Rice | UConn | |
|---|---|---|
| Off. Points per Game (Rank) | 33 (47) | 17 (124) |
| Def. Points per Game (Rank) | 28.8 (89) | 31.6 (106) |
| Turnovers Allowed (Rank) | 6 (48) | 7 (66) |
| Turnovers Forced (Rank) | 5 (99) | 3 (121) |
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