Saturday Night Winner Against the Spread

Houston Cougars @ UCLA Bruins

I am completely baffled by this line. I think that Houston should be a double digit favorite in this one.

Houston should cruise to an easy victory tonight in UCLA.

UCLA couldn’t even score a point in their home opener against Stanford. Their offensive confidence has to be at zero. They have turned it over seven times in two games! Houston has forced five themselves this season and should have a hay day (or night) against UCLA. Although Houston didn’t play a powerhouse in UTEP last week, they still managed to get 656 total yards which anyway should boost their confidence on offense.

After losing 35-0 in their home opener, all home field advantage has been lost in my opinion for the Bruins. This is Houston’s first road game of the season, but the Bruins are only 1-4 ATS in their last five at games at home.

UCLA seems to have trouble controlling the ball and with their turnovers should hand the Cougars an easy cover tonight.

Key Factor: Houston is 8-2 in their last ten non-conference games in September.

Play on Houston (-4)