Cincinnati Faces Back-to-Back Top 10 Teams

Cincinnati football plays two straight home games against AP Top 10 teams after beating Texas Tech 37-24.

Cincinnati's Betting Odds

Bearcats are 6.5-point underdogs with a point total of 56.5 on DraftKings Sportsbook.

Last Season's Defeat

Cincinnati lost 45-14 to Utah last season, with the Utes shutting down their offense effectively.

Coach Satterfield's Comments

Coach Scott Satterfield said they need to show home field advantage and loud fans to perform well.

“We didn't play well at all. They did a great job last year shutting us down offensively”

Utah's Offensive Strength

Utah has one of the most efficient offenses in the country with star quarterback Devon Dampier.

Offensive Metrics

UC and Utah trade blows with UC averaging 455.3 yards per game and Utah 478.4 yards per game.

Third-Down Conversion

Cincinnati held Red Raiders to 4.4 yards per carry and 3-of-15 on third down, Utah ranks ninth nationally.

Utah's Running Backs

Utah's running backs average over six yards per carry and positive EPA/rush.

Utah's Defense

Utah ranks 18th nationally in rushing success rate and 91st in passing success rate.

Coach Satterfield's Defense Comments

Satterfield said Utah has few negative plays and can run the football effectively.

“They don't really have many negative plays”

Defensive Challenges

Cincinnati must overcome Utah's tough rushing defense, which allowed 255 yards against TTU.

Utah's Hurdles

Utah ranks ninth nationally in havoc rate with 18.9% and has two picks by JC French.

Quarterback French

Quarterback JC French has career highs in completion rate, yards per attempt, and passer rating.

Prediction

Prediction: Utah wins 31-30 in a close game.

“Prediction: 31-30 Utah”