Match Analysis: Rice Owls vs Memphis Tigers – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-10-31
- Time: 11:00 PM UTC
- Location: Rice Stadium, Houston, TX
Game Overview
Memphis Tigers (7-1) visit Rice Owls (4-4) with Memphis as a clear favorite at -14 spread. Memphis possesses a top-20 rushing attack and a strong defense, while Rice has a balanced but less consistent performance.
Key Factors to Consider
- Memphis is 7-1 straight up and against the spread, showing consistency especially as a favorite. Rice is 4-4, recently 3-2 SU and ATS, performing better on the road against the spread but overall less dominant against high-level opponents.
- No direct recent H2H data available, but Memphis's superior season record and stats imply dominance over Rice.
- No notable major injuries reported impacting Memphis or Rice starters; both teams appear relatively healthy.
- Game played at Rice Stadium with mild weather (69Β°F, 3 mph wind) and no rain expected, neutral environment favors Memphis's powerful run game.
- Memphis, ranked 25th nationally, motivated to maintain top position and strong bowl prospects; Rice looking to improve bowl eligibility with a key home game.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Memphis -650, Rice +470 | Memphis | β β β β β 85% |
| Spread | Memphis -14 -108, Rice +14 -112 | Memphis -14 | β β β β β 75% |
| Over/under | Over 49.5 -112, Under 49.5 -108 | Over 49.5 | β β β β β 70% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Memphis Tigers -2% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Over 49.5 23% |
π₯ Best Value Pick: Over 49.5 at 23% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 25.8% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Bet on Memphis Tigers moneyline, Memphis -14 spread, and over 49.5 points total for highest expected value plays.
Predicted Score: Memphis Tigers 38 – Rice Owls 20