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The UConn Huskies (0-2) take the field against the Florida International Panthers (2-1) in college football action at Pratt & Whitney Stadium in East Hartford, Connecticut.
UConn vs. Florida International Odds
Point Spread
The spread for this matchup is set at 8 points, with bookmakers listing UConn as the favorites.
Moneyline
As for the moneyline, UConn has -352 odds to pick up the win, while Florida International is listed at +268 to claim victory.
Over/Under
Finally, the total for the game is set at 42.5 points.
Game Info
How to Watch UConn vs. Florida International Live?
- Game Day: Saturday, September 16, 2023
- Game Time: 3:30 PM ET
- TV Channel: CBS Sports
- Location: East Hartford, Connecticut
- Stadium: Pratt & Whitney Stadium
Betting Preview
UConn
Last year, UConn put up 17.9 fewer points per game (19.4) than Florida International gave up (37.3). Last year Florida International had a 2-0 record against the spread and a 2-0 record overall in games when it held opponents to less than 19.4 points. UConn collected 302.9 yards per game last year, 149 fewer yards than the 451.9 Florida International gave up per outing.
Florida International
Florida International averaged 7.5 fewer points per game (18.7) than UConn gave up (26.2) last season. When Florida International put up over 26.2 points last season, it was 3-1 against the spread and 3-1 overall. When UConn gave up less than 18.7 points last season, it had a 5-0 record against the spread and a 5-0 record overall. Florida International collected 59.3 fewer yards per game (322.5) than UConn gave up (381.8) per matchup last season.
UConn vs. Florida International Betting Analysis
UConn Betting Insights
UConn has covered the spread one time over two games with a set spread. This is the first game this season the Huskies are playing as the moneyline favorite. The Huskies have never played a game this season with moneyline odds of -352 or shorter.
Florida International Betting Insights
Florida International has covered the spread twice in three games with a set number. Florida International is a perfect 2-0 ATS when playing as at least 8-point underdogs. Florida International games have gone over the total once this season. The Panthers have split the two games they’ve played as underdogs this season. The Panthers have entered two games this season as the underdog by +268 or more and are in those contests.
UConn vs. Florida International Against The Spread & Betting Records
UConn
| Overall | Home | Away | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Point Total AVG | 48.4 | 46.2 | 50.9 |
| Implied Total AVG | 33.9 | 31.4 | 36.8 |
| ATS Record | 9-4-0 | 5-2-0 | 4-2-0 |
| Over/Under Record | 4-7-2 | 2-4-1 | 2-3-1 |
| Moneyline Favorite Record | 3-0 | 2-0 | 1-0 |
| Moneyline Underdog Record | 3-7 | 3-2 | 0-5 |
Florida International
| Overall | Home | Away | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Point Total AVG | 57.8 | 55.9 | 59.8 |
| Implied Total AVG | 37.3 | 35.7 | 39.0 |
| ATS Record | 5-7-0 | 3-3-0 | 2-4-0 |
| Over/Under Record | 6-6-0 | 4-2-0 | 2-4-0 |
| Moneyline Favorite Record | 1-0 | 1-0 | 0-0 |
| Moneyline Underdog Record | 3-8 | 1-4 | 2-4 |
Last Season’s Leaders
UConn
- In 12 games last year, Victor Rosa ran for 635 yards (52.9 per game) and 11 touchdowns.
- Zion Turner passed for 1,408 yards (108.3 per game), completing 57.8% of his throws, with nine touchdowns and 10 interceptions in 13 games.
- Also, Turner rushed for 262 yards and one TD.
- On the ground, Devontae Houston scored three touchdowns a season ago and picked up 578 yards (57.8 per game).
- In the passing game, Aaron Turner scored three TDs, catching 57 balls for 528 yards (40.6 per game).
- Jackson Mitchell had one interception to go with 129 tackles, five TFL, four sacks, and three passes defended last year.
- Ian Swenson had one interception to go with 108 tackles and two TFL.
- In 12 games a season ago, Brandon Randle totaled 93 tackles, four TFL, and two interceptions.
- Malik Dixon compiled two interceptions to go with 78 tackles and seven passes defended in 12 games played.
Florida International
- Grayson James last season registered 1,962 passing yards with 11 passing touchdowns, 11 interceptions and a 58.4% completion percentage.
- James also helped the offense on the ground, running for 223 yards (2.8 YPC) and three touchdowns.
- Lexington Joseph collected 536 rushing yards (4.9 yards per carry) and five TDs.
- Joseph had 29 catches (2.4 per game) for 169 yards (14.1 per game) and two TDs.
- In 10 games last year, Tyrese Chambers converted zero targets into 51 receptions, 544 yards and four touchdowns.
- As an important contributor in the pass game, Kris Mitchell totaled 352 receiving yards and four touchdowns on 24 receptions.
- Gaethan Bernadel helped carry the defense with 102 tackles, seven TFL, and one sack in 12 games.
- Demetrius Hill, who was on the field for 12 games, recorded one sack to go with three TFL, 95 tackles, and one interception.
- Donovan Manuel was on the field for 12 games and totaled 97 tackles, six TFL, and three passes defended.
- Jamal Potts compiled one sack to go with five TFL and 56 tackles in 12 games.
UConn vs. Florida International Predictions and Pick
UConn vs. Florida International betting card
- Pick ATS:
Florida International (+8)
- Pick OU: Over (42.5)
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Our prediction to win this matchup is Florida International, and we expect that Florida International will cover the spread (UConn -8). Finally, we see the scoring in this one going over the posted total of 42.5 points.