Army Black Knights vs. Tulsa Golden Hurricane Prediction, Oct 5, 2024 College Football Tips, Best Bets and Odds

Game: Army Black Knights vs. Tulsa Golden Hurricane

Date: Saturday, October 5, 2024

Location: Chapman Stadium in Tulsa, Oklahoma

TV: ESPNU

Odds/point distribution: Golden Hurricane (+10.5)

Total/Over-Under: 50.5

The Tulsa Golden Hurricane (2-3) will attempt to beat the Army Black Knights (4-0) at Chapman Stadium on Saturday, October 5, 2024. Army opens this contest as a 10.5-point favorite among Vegas oddsmakers. The total is set at 50.5.

The Army Black Knights come into this matchup with a record of 4-0 this season. The last time they took the field, the Black Knights took on the Temple Owls and claimed victory with a final score of 42-14. When it came to stopping the run, the Black Knights gave up -5 yards on 22 attempts, an average of -0.2 yards per rush given up. Army collected 19 completions on 30 attempts for 224 yards and a 63.3% completion rate. In the game, they had 64 plays that turned into 489 yards. The Army Black Knights ran the ball a total of 57 times and gained 417 total yards, giving them an average of 7.3 yards per tote.

When it comes to getting to the end zone, the Army Black Knights average 36.3 points per game. As a team, they average 371.3 receiving yards, which ranks them first in college football. The Black Knights have totaled 1,778 yards on the season. When it comes to scoring, Army compiled 4 touchdowns via the pass and 16 touchdowns on the ground. Army recorded 91 first downs as a team and was assessed 15 penalties for 109 yards. They turned the football over once.

The Black Knights rank sixth nationally in opponent scoring, allowing 10.5 points per game. They allow 2.9 yards per rush and 62.5 rushing yards per contest on the year. During this campaign, they have given up 250 rushing yards in four games. In terms of passing yards, the Black Knights have allowed 783 yards, which ranks them 36th nationally. They have given up 195.8 yards per game passing and have a completion rate of 64.0%. This year they have given up 258.3 yards/game, which ranks them 12th in college football. They scored 5 touchdowns through the air and one touchdown on the rock.

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The Golden Hurricane come into this matchup with a record of 2-3 this season. In their last game, the Golden Hurricane lost in the final against North Texas Mean Green 52-20. Tulsa gave up 26 rush attempts for 179 yards (6.9 yards per rush). The Golden Hurricane's pass defense allowed a 64.7% completion rate and allowed 439 yards on 22 of 34 through the air. The Golden Hurricane finished the game with 415 yards on 91 plays (4.6 yards per game). Tulsa threw the ball 4.9 yards per carry, totaling 229 yards on 47 attempts.

The Tulsa Golden Hurricane are averaging 416.8 yards per game, which ranks them 58th in D-1. The Tulsa offense has resulted in a total of 295 yards of penalty on 34 infractions, which ranks 34th in D-1 in assisting opponents. They average 187.2 yards per game on the ground and have rushed for 936 yards this season. They threw 4 interceptions, lost 2 fumbles and had 110 1st downs. In terms of scoring, the Golden Hurricane are ranked 78th in D-1 with an average of 27.8 points per contest. Over the season to this point, the Golden Hurricane have thrown for 1,148 passing yards and maintained an average of 229.6 passing yards per game, good for 69th in D-1.

Tulsa has allowed opponents a total of 650 yards on the ground (130.0 yards per game) and 8 touchdowns during the ground game this season. They have allowed 14 passing touchdowns and 286.8 yards per game, ranking 124th nationally. Their defense has recovered 3 fumbles and 3 interceptions so far this season. The Golden Hurricane defense has been on the field for 333 games and is ranked 103rd in D-1. The Golden Hurricane are allowing 34.6 points per game, which ranks them 123rd in Division 1. In total they gave up 173 points.

Who will win the Black Knights/Golden Hurricane college football game against the spread tonight?

Tony's pick: Take the Golden Hurricane +10.5

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