The Cincinnati Bearcats (3-1) face the Tulsa Golden Hurricane (2-2) in a Week 5 American conference matchup on Saturday at 7:00 p.m.

Cincinnati enters following a dominant 45-24 win over Indiana, where QB Ben Bryant threw for 354 yards and 4 TDs. WR Tyler Scott had a standout performance with 10 catches, 185 yards, and 3 TDs. Meanwhile, Tulsa is coming off a close 35-27 loss to #14 Ole Miss.

Game Details:

• Spread: Cincinnati -9.5 (-110)
• Over/Under: 58.5 (-110)
• Moneyline: Cincinnati -371, Tulsa +275

Keys to the Game:

Cincinnati:

• QB Ben Bryant needs to maintain offensive momentum
• Top-10 ranked defense must pressure QB and force mistakes
• Defense crucial early while offense finds rhythm

Tulsa:

• QB Davis Brin (63% completion, 12 TDs, 1 INT) must capitalize on home field advantage
• Early scoring essential against favored opponent
• Defense needs early stops to keep game competitive

The Bearcats' only loss came in Week 1 against Arkansas (31-24), while Tulsa's losses are to Wyoming and Ole Miss. Cincinnati's defense ranks in the top 10 for both opponent yards per play and completion percentage, making them a formidable road favorite.

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