A matchup of CUSA teams features the Sam Houston Bearkats (0-6) squaring off against the Florida International Panthers (3-4) on Wednesday, October 18, 2023 at Elliot T. Bowers Stadium. The Bearkats are listed as favorites in this one, with the spread sitting at 6 points. The over/under for the contest is 42 points.
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Sam Houston vs. Florida International Odds
| Favorite | Spread | Favorite Spread Odds | Underdog Spread Odds | Total | Over Total Odds | Under Total Odds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sam Houston | -6 | -110 | -110 | 42 | -110 | -110 |
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Computer Pick
| ATS | Total | Score prediction |
|---|---|---|
| Sam Houston (-6) | Over (42) | Sam Houston 26 Florida International 17 |
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
| Sam Houston | Florida International | |
|---|---|---|
| Off. Points per Game (Rank) | 11.2 (133) | 19.7 (110) |
| Def. Points per Game (Rank) | 24.7 (56) | 27.0 (95) |
| Turnovers Allowed (Rank) | 7 (47) | 12 (118) |
| Turnovers Forced (Rank) | 5 (108) | 9 (47) |
Sam Houston vs. Florida International Betting Insights
Sam Houston Stats and Trends
- Sam Houston has won three games against the spread this season, while failing to cover three times.
- So far this season, two Sam Houston games have hit the over.
- The Bearkats and their opponents have scored a combined total of more than 42 points twice this season (in six games).
- Sam Houston’s games this season have had an average of 40.8 points, 1.2 fewer than this matchup’s over/under.
Florida International Stats and Trends
- Florida International has put together a 3-4-0 record against the spread this year.
- The Panthers are 3-2 ATS this season when playing as at least 6-point underdogs.
- This year, games featuring Florida International have gone over the point total twice.
- The Panthers have played three games this season that finished with a combined score over 42 points.
- FIU’s average game total this season has been 49.6, 7.6 more points than this matchup’s over/under.
Sam Houston Players to Watch
- Keegan Shoemaker has thrown for 1,016 yards while completing 61.5% of his passes (107-of-174), with six touchdowns and five interceptions this year (203.2 yards per game). He’s also carried the ball 37 times for 103 yards, averaging 20.6 yards per game.
- John Gentry has taken 49 carries for a team-leading 141 rushing yards (28.2 yards per game). He’s also caught 12 passes for 125 yards with one touchdown through the air.
- Noah Smith has grabbed 38 passes for a team-best 308 yards while scoring three touchdowns. He averages 51.3 yards per game.
- Malik Phillips’ stat line this year shows 20 catches for 267 yards. He puts up 53.4 receiving yards per game.
Florida International Players to Watch
- This campaign, Keyone Jenkins has collected 1,474 passing yards (245.7 yards per game) while connecting on 96 of 166 passes (57.8% completion percentage), with five touchdowns and seven interceptions.
- Shomari Lawrence has run for a team-leading 388 yards on 68 carries (55.4 yards per game) while scoring three touchdowns.
- Kejon Owens has 297 yards on 45 carries (59.4 ypg), with four rushing touchdowns.
- Kris Mitchell has racked up 35 receptions for 636 yards, best on his team, and four touchdowns. He averages 90.9 receiving yards per game.
- Eric Rivers has tacked on 182 yards (on 12 catches).
- Josiah Miamen has totaled 111 yards on nine receptions, averaging 15.9 yards per game.
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