The No. 16 Tennessee Volunteers (6-2) are set to host the UConn Huskies (1-7) at Neyland Stadium on Saturday, November 4, 2023. The Volunteers are riding high on a 4-game winning streak and are looking to extend their dominance at home, while the Huskies are aiming to bounce back from a 2-game losing streak.
UConn Huskies vs. Tennessee Volunteers Odds Info
Moneyline: UConn Huskies +4000 (Bet365) / Tennessee Volunteers -50000 (Bet365)
Spread: -35 | UConn Huskies -110 (Bet365) / Tennessee Volunteers -105 (FanDuel)
Total: 55.5 | -110 (Bet365) / -110 (Bet365)
Game Info
Date: Saturday, Nov. 04
Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Neyland Stadium – Knoxville, TN
TV: SEC Network
UConn Huskies Betting Trends
- On the road, UConn Huskies are 1 and 2 this season.
- Against the spread this season, UConn Huskies are 4 and 4.
- Against the spread on the road, UConn Huskies are 2 and 1.
Tennessee Volunteers Betting Trends
- At home, Tennessee Volunteers are 4 and 0 this season.
- Against the spread this season, Tennessee Volunteers are 4 and 3.
- Against the spread at home, Tennessee Volunteers are 3 and 1.
UConn Huskies vs. Tennessee Volunteers Predictions
The Volunteers are coming off a hard-fought victory against the Kentucky Wildcats, with a final score of 33-27. Quarterback Joe Milton had an impressive game, passing for 228 yards with an 85.7% completion rate and adding 26 yards on the ground. Running back Jaylen Wright also had a standout performance, rushing for 120 yards and a touchdown. On the receiving end, Dont e Thornton hauled in three receptions for 63 yards. The Volunteers’ offense, which ranks seventh nationally and leads the SEC with an average of 221.8 yards per game on the ground, will be a key factor in this matchup.
On the other side, the Huskies are coming off a 21-14 loss to the Boston College Eagles. Quarterback Ta Quan Roberson passed for 130 yards, while running back Cam Edwards had a solid game with 89 rushing yards and a touchdown. However, the Huskies’ defense, which ranks 97th in run defense, giving up an average of 167 yards per game, will face a tough challenge against the Volunteers’ strong running game.
This game is a significant mismatch, with the Volunteers being massive, 35.5-point favorites against the Huskies. However, the Huskies have shown resilience in their recent games, with their last three losses all coming by seven points or fewer. The key matchup to watch will be Tennessee s running game against UConn s front seven. If the Huskies can somehow slow down the Volunteers’ ground attack, they might have a chance to keep the game closer than expected.
UConn Huskies vs. Tennessee Volunteers Pick
The Tennessee Volunteers have been performing exceptionally well this season, especially at home where they have a perfect 4-0 record. Their strong running game, which ranks seventh nationally and leads the SEC, has been a significant factor in their success. The Volunteers’ offense has been firing on all cylinders, with quarterback Joe Milton and running back Jaylen Wright putting up impressive numbers in their last game. This, coupled with the fact that the Huskies’ defense ranks 97th in run defense, giving up an average of 167 yards per game, makes the Volunteers a strong pick against the spread.
Furthermore, the Volunteers are on a four-game winning streak and will be looking to extend their dominance at home. The Huskies, on the other hand, are on a two-game losing streak and have struggled to keep games close, with their last three losses all coming by seven points or fewer. Given the Volunteers’ strong performance this season and the Huskies’ defensive struggles, it seems likely that Tennessee will cover the spread in this matchup.
The Pick: Tennessee Volunteers -35 (FanDuel)
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