UAB Blazers vs UL Monroe Warhawks Prediction, 9/7/2024 College Football Picks, Best Bets & Odds

Game: UAB Blazers vs UL Monroe Warhawks

Date: Saturday, September 7, 2024

Location: Malone Stadium in Monroe, LA

TV: ESPN+

Odds/Point Spread: Warhawks (+13.0)

Total/Over-Under: 53

The UAB Blazers (1-0) are on their way to Malone Stadium on Saturday, September 7, 2024 where they will meet the UL Monroe Warhawks (1-0). UAB is 13.0-point favorites from Vegas oddsmakers. The over/under has been set at 53.

The UAB Blazers head into this matchup 1-0 for this season. In their last matchup, the Blazers played against the Alcorn State Braves and walked away with a win by a score of 41-3. In all, they had 85 plays which converted into 517 yds. The UAB Blazers ran the rock 53 different times and totaled 302 yds, earning them an average of 5.7 yards per carry. Against the run, the Blazers gave up 117 yards on 41 tries, which is an average of 2.9 yds per rush surrendered. UAB gave up 9 completions on 21 attempts for 60 yards, and a completion rate of 42.9%.

The Blazers have racked up 517 total yards over the course of this year. In terms of distribution of touchdowns, UAB has earned 2 touchdowns through the air and 2 rushing touchdowns. They have surrendered the ball 3 times. UAB has a total of 31 1st downs, and they have been flagged for 10 penalties for 72 yards. As a team they have an average of 302.0 yards via the ground game which is 13th in Division 1. When talking about putting the ball in the endzone, the UAB Blazers have an average of 41.0 PPG.

When talking about yards through the air, the Blazers have given up 60 yards which ranks them 3rd in Division 1. They have yielded 60.0 yards per game through the air in addition to giving up a completion percentage of 42.9%. Overall, they are giving up 177.0 yards per outing which puts them 15th in the nation. They have yielded no TD's through the air as well as no TD's running the ball. They are giving up an average of 2.9 yards per attempt on the ground and 117.0 rushing yards per game on the year. Over the course of this season, they have allowed 117 yards via the running game in 1 game. The Blazers sit in 25th in Division 1 regarding team defense, giving up 3.0 PPG.

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The Warhawks come into this game with a record of 1-0 for this year. The last time they took the field, the Warhawks walked away with a victory by a final of 30-14 when they faced the Jackson State Tigers. UL Monroe ran the ball for 5.0 yards per tote, finishing with a total of 204 yds on 41 carries. The Warhawks finished the contest with a total of 336 yds and they ran 56 plays (6.0 yards per play). The Warhawks passing defense gave up a completion rate of 82.8%, relinquishing 227 yds on 24 for 29 passing. UL Monroe relinquished 24 attempts on the ground for 59 yds (2.5 yds per rush).

In terms of this team's ability to score points, the Warhawks are ranked 78th in Division 1 holding an average of 30.0 PPG. The UL Monroe Warhawks maintain an average of 336.0 yards/game, ranking them 94th in Division 1. The UL Monroe offense has racked up 46 yds of penalties on 9 violations, which has them ranked 23rd in the country in terms of helping out the other team. They have given away no interceptions while allowing opponents to recover no fumbles and they have been able to earn 17 first downs. During this campaign to this point, the Warhawks currently sit at 132 yards via the pass, ranking them 114th in college football. They have an average of 204.0 rushing yards per game.

The Warhawks are relinquishing 14.0 points per game, which has them ranked 58th in Division 1. UL Monroe has allowed a total of 59 yards on the ground as well as 1 touchdown rushing this season. In total, they have given up 14 total points. They have yielded 1 touchdown from the passing game as well as 227.0 yards/outing, which has them sitting 92nd in Division 1. The Warhawks defense has participated in 53 plays, which is good for 17th in the nation. They have compiled no fumbles recovered and 1 pick this season.

Who will win tonight's Blazers/Warhawks college football game against the spread?

Tony's Pick: Take the Blazers -13.0

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