- Byrum Brown has scored multiple touchdowns in five straight games, with four coming against AAC opponents, making him a strong bet against UTSA's struggling defense.
- Owen McCown has thrown just one interception in four AAC games this season, demonstrating strong ball security against conference opponents.
- Both teams rank in the top 45 nationally in scoring while featuring vulnerable defenses, with UTSA going over in six of eight games and USF clearing the total in five of their last six.
TAMPA, Fla. — Thursday night's American Athletic Conference showdown between the UTSA Roadrunners and South Florida Bulls presents several intriguing betting opportunities beyond the traditional spread and total.
Thursday's Top Prop Bets
- Byrum Brown to Score 2+ Touchdowns +240
- Owen McCown Under 0.5 Interceptions +180
- Total Points Over 68.5 -115
Byrum Brown 2+ Touchdowns (+240)
For the Bulls this season, Byrum Brown has been a touchdown machine, scoring in the end zone in each of his eight starts. In six of those eight games, including his past five consecutive, the senior quarterback has scored multiple touchdowns.
What makes this college football prop bets trend particularly compelling is that four of those last five games came against AAC opponents. Brown's dual-threat ability, 17 passing touchdowns and eight rushing scores, gives him multiple paths to cash this prop.
Brown should have plenty of chances to continue his winning run against a UTSA defense that gives up 30.3 points per game. His passing stats are among the finest in the conference, and he leads the Bulls with 596 rushing yards and eight running touchdowns.
Owen McCown Under 0.5 Interceptions (+180)
Owen McCown has been remarkably careful with the football for the Roadrunners, throwing just four interceptions across eight starts. Those turnovers were concentrated in only two games, meaning he's kept the ball clean in six of eight outings.
More significantly, only one of the four AAC games he has participated in this season has had an interception. Given his performance against conference opponents, Bovada's +180 on this prop seems very alluring.
The junior quarterback's ability to protect the football is demonstrated by his 17 touchdowns compared to just four interceptions. His accuracy has helped him avoid costly mistakes throughout the season, as evidenced by his 68 percent completion rate.
Total Points Over 68.5 (-115)
Both offenses have consistently pushed games over the total this season. UTSA has gone over in six of eight games, while Florida CFB props enthusiasts will note South Florida has cleared the total in five of their last six contests.
The Bulls average 40.4 points per game, ranking sixth nationally, while the Roadrunners chip in 34 points per contest. The defensive matchups favor high scoring as well, with UTSA's pass defense at 109th nationally.
The Roadrunners allow 243.4 yards through the air against a South Florida team that thrives in the passing game. Meanwhile, bettors checking CFB betting sites in Texas will find the over 68.5 represents a solid opportunity considering both teams' offensive firepower.
The Roadrunners are particularly generous on the road, surrendering 35 points per game away from home, while South Florida averages nearly 50 points per game at Raymond James Stadium this season.
Alternative Total Points
- 69.0 -110
- 69.5 -105
- 70.0 +105
- 70.5 +110
