Rice at UAB 10/23/21 - College Football Picks & Predictions

Last Updated: 10/22/2021 at 1:09 PM ET

The UAB Blazers head back to their home field on Saturday when they host the Rice Owls. The Blazers are 5-2 on the season and have won two straight games. UAB beat Southern Miss last week 34-0. Running back Dewayne McBride rushed for 137 yards in the win with 1 touchdown. 

The Blazers beat Rice 21-16 in their last meeting last season. The Blazers are 1-1 on their home field this season with a 3-0 Conference record. UAB's defense ranks 51st in the nation allowing just 112 rushing yards per game. The Blazers have covered five of their games this season. 

The Rice Owls remain on the road this week after they lost 45-0 on the road last week. Rice lost to UTSA last week which was their second shutout of the season. Rice is 2-4 on the year with a 0-3 road record. The Owls threw for just 36 passing yards last week. 

The Owls have covered the spread in just one game this season. Rice has struggled to move the ball this season. Running back Ari Broussard has carried the ball just 20 times in the last three games combined. Broussard has not a game where he rushed for over 65 yards this season. 

The Rice Owls are having a really tough year putting it together on both sides of the ball. UAB has some momentum and is seeking their third straight win. UAB has owned this season covering the spread in five straight meetings at home. It does not get any easier for Rice week, take the home dog. Final Score Prediction, UAB Blazers win and cover ATS 42-17.

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