The North Texas Mean Green will take on the Florida Atlantic Owls in an intriguing American Athletic Conference matchup. North Texas enters the game with a 4-1 record and looks to continue their strong start to the season. Quarterback Chandler Morris has been the focal point of the Mean Green’s offense, passing for over 1,400 yards and 13 touchdowns so far. In their most recent win against Tulsa, North Texas exploded offensively, scoring 52 points and racking up 618 total yards. The Mean Green’s ability to generate big plays through the air and on the ground has made them one of the more dangerous offenses in the AAC. Florida Atlantic, on the other hand, has been inconsistent, with a 2-3 record. Quarterback Cam Fancher has struggled at times, throwing for just over 900 yards with more interceptions than touchdowns.

The Owls have had issues with turnovers, and their offensive line has allowed too much pressure on the quarterback. However, the running game, led by CJ Campbell, has been a bright spot. Campbell has rushed for over 300 yards in his last two games and will be key to keeping the Florida Atlantic offense balanced. Defensively, North Texas has been vulnerable against the pass, allowing over 270 passing yards per game, which could be an opportunity for Fancher and the Owls’ receivers to find some rhythm. However, the Mean Green’s defensive line has been effective at generating pressure, which could disrupt Florida Atlantic’s timing. If North Texas can establish an early lead and force FAU into passing situations, they have a good chance of controlling the game.