Florida Atlantic at Charlotte 10/21/21 - College Football Picks & Predictions

Last Updated: 10/21/2021 at 9:14 PM ET

Jerry Richardson Stadium will play host to a Thursday night college football clash between the Florida Atlantic Owls and the Charlotte 49ers. The Owls (3-3) have split their first two Conference USA games and rank 33rd nationally in passing offense (269.8 ypg). Last time out, Florida Atlantic turned the ball over four times during a 31-14 road loss against UAB.

Trailing 17-14 in the third quarter, Florida Atlantic QB Nkosi Perry threw an interception that was returned 100 yards for a touchdown. LaJohntay Wester caught five passes for 67 yards and a score for the Owls.

The Charlotte 49ers are the only undefeated team in the Conference USA East Division and are averaging 29.8 points per contest. In their last game, Charlotte built an 11-point halftime lead and cruised to a 45-33 road victory against Florida International. The 49ers (4-2) won despite being outgained by a 538-378 margin.

Charlotte QB Chris Reynolds completed 22 of 28 passes for 199 yards and four touchdowns. Victor Tucker hauled in eight passes for 92 yards and found the end zone once for the 49ers.

Florida Atlantic holds a 4-2 series lead versus Charlotte, including last season’s 21-17 home victory. The 49ers are much improved and provide plenty of value at home. Take Charlotte to pull off the upset. Final Score Prediction, Charlotte 49ers win 28-27.

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