South Florida vs San Jose St Prediction, Odds & Best Prop Bets โ€“ Hawaii Bowl

San Jose State wide receiver Nick Nash (3) runs during an NCAA football game against Southern California on Saturday, Aug. 26, 2023, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Kyusung Gong)
(AP Photo/Kyusung Gong)
  • San Jose St is a -3.5 point favorite vs. South Florida
  • South Florida vs. San Jose State Total (Over/Under): 61.5 points
  • TV Channel: ESPN

The South Florida Bulls (6-6) visit Clarence T.C. Ching Athletics Complex to take on the San Jose State Spartans (7-5) on Dec. 24 in Honolulu, HI. Kickoff is scheduled for 8:00pm EST.

San Jose St is a betting favorite in the Hawaii Bowl, with the spread sitting at -3.5 (-115).

The South Florida vs. San Jose State Over/Under is 61.5 total points.

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South Florida vs. San Jose State Odds, Spread, Over/Under:

SpreadTotal (O/U)Moneyline
South Florida+3.5 -10561.5 -105+150
San Jose State -3.5 -11561.5 -115-185

South Florida vs San Jose State Prediction:

The winning team model predicts San Jose State will win this game with 56.9% confidence, based on game simulations, offensive & defensive matchups and recent game results.

This winning team prediction factors in up-to-date player injuries for both South Florida and San Jose St, key player performances this season and recent team trends.

South Florida vs San Jose State Spread Prediction:

Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the model predicts San Jose State will cover the spread with 59.6% confidence.

This prediction against the spread factors in ATS performances for both teams, opening and current betting lines plus public and sharp money already wagered on this matchup.


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  • South Florida has hit the 1Q Game Total Over in 8 of their last 11 games (+4.50 Units / 35% ROI)
  • South Florida have covered the Spread in 5 of their last 7 away games (+2.80 Units / 36% ROI)
  • South Florida has hit the Game Total Over in 4 of their last 7 away games (+0.70 Units / 9% ROI)
  • South Florida has hit the 1H Game Total Over in 4 of their last 7 away games (+0.55 Units / 7% ROI)
  • South Florida has hit the Moneyline in 4 of their last 7 away games (+0.30 Units / 2% ROI)
  • San Jose State has hit the 1Q Game Total Under in their last 6 games at home (+6.00 Units / 89% ROI)
  • San Jose State has hit the 1H Game Total Under in 9 of their last 13 games (+5.65 Units / 39% ROI)
  • San Jose State have covered the 1Q Spread in 7 of their last 11 games (+3.60 Units / 27% ROI)
  • San Jose State have covered the 1H Spread in 8 of their last 13 games (+3.45 Units / 23% ROI)
  • San Jose State has hit the Game Total Under in 8 of their last 13 games (+2.50 Units / 17% ROI)

We’ve highlighted some favorite college football player prop bets for South Florida players, looking at profitable historical betting trends:

Best South Florida Player Prop Bets Today

  • Sean Atkins has hit the Receiving Yards Over in his last game (+1.00 Units / 83% ROI)

Top NCAAF player prop bets for San Jose State players, looking at profitable historical betting trends:

Best San Jose State Player Prop Best Bets Today

  • Nick Nash has hit the Receiving Yards Over in his last game (+1.00 Units / 87% ROI)
  • Justin Lockhart has hit the Receiving Yards Over in his last game (+1.00 Units / 83% ROI)

South Florida Against the Spread (ATS) Record

South Florida is 6-6 against the spread this college football season (-0.6 Units / -4.55% ROI).

  • South Florida is 5-6 when betting on the Moneyline for -2.05 Units / -7.4% ROI
  • South Florida is 6-5 when betting the Over for +0.5 Units / 3.79% ROI
  • South Florida is 5-6 when betting the Under for -1.6 Units / -12.12% ROI

San Jose State Against the Spread (ATS) Record

San Jose St is 6-6 against the spread this college football season (-0.55 Units / -4.17% ROI).

  • San Jose State is 7-5 when betting on the Moneyline for +2.5 Units / 8.88% ROI
  • San Jose State is 5-7 when betting the Over for -2.7 Units / -20.45% ROI
  • San Jose State is 7-5 when betting the Under for +1.5 Units / 11.36% ROI

South Florida: Keys to the Game vs. San Jose State

South Florida is undefeated (6-0) when averaging more than 5 yards on first down plays this season– T-best in FBS; Average: .608

South Florida is 3-1 (.750) when allowing less than 3 sacks this season– T-11th-best among Non-Power Conference Teams; Average: .581

South Florida is undefeated (6-0) when averaging more than 5 yards on first down plays this season– T-best among Non-Power Conference Teams; Average: .571

South Florida is 1-2 (.333) when the opposing team commits less than 60 yards in penalties this season– T-29th-worst in FBS; Average: .534

San Jose State: Keys to the Game vs. South Florida

San Jose State is undefeated (8-0) when rushing more than 30 times since the 2023 season– best in FBS; Average: .617

San Jose State is undefeated (8-0) when rushing more than 30 times since the 2023 season– best among Non-Power Conference Teams; Average: .565

San Jose State is 6-4 (.600) when sacking the QB less than 3 times this season– T-34th-best in FBS; Average: .434

San Jose State is 8-2 (.800) when rushing for 120 or more yards since the 2023 season– T-27th-best in FBS; Average: .666

Matchup Notes for South Florida vs. San Jose State

San Jose State’s offense has thrown for 3,910 passing yards in 12 games (325.8 YPG) this season — 5th-best among FBS offenses. South Florida’s defense has allowed 278.7 passing yards per game this season — 7th-worst among FBS defenses.

San Jose State’s QBs has thrown for 3,868 passing yards in 12 games (322.3 YPG) this season — 5th-best among FBS teams. South Florida’s defense has allowed 278.7 passing yards per game this season — 7th-worst among FBS defenses.

San Jose State’s WRs has averaged 14.2 yards after the catch since the 2023 season — T-22nd-best among FBS WRs. South Florida’s defense has allowed 13.5 RAC since the 2023 season — T-4th-worst among FBS defenses.

South Florida’s RBs has rushed for 1,813 yards on 314 carries (5.8 YPC) this season — T-23rd-best among FBS RBs. San Jose State’s defense have allowed just 3.6 YPC this season — T-24th-best among FBS defenses.

South Florida’s RBs has rushed for 1,813 yards on 314 carries (5.8 YPC) this season — T-23rd-best among FBS RBs. San Jose State’s defense have allowed just 4.3 YPC to RBs this season — T-24th-best among FBS defenses.

Bryce Archie (USF) has just 1.0 TDs per interception (9/9) this season — T-7th-worst of Qualified Quarterbacks. San Jose State’s defense has allowed just 0.8 TDs per Interception this season — T-8th-best among FBS defenses.

South Florida Offensive Stats & Trends

South Florida RBs have averaged 7.1 Yards per Carry (588 yards/83 carries) in the 4th quarter this season– 8th-best among FBS Teams; Average: 5.2

South Florida WRs have fumbled 8 times this season– T-most among FBS Teams

South Florida QBs have 15 completions for 20 or more yards on 3rd down this season– T-5th-most among FBS Teams

South Florida WRs have averaged 14.9 receptions per game (179/12) this season– T-28th-best among FBS Teams; Average: 12.3

South Florida’s RBs has rushed for 1,813 yards on 314 carries (5.8 YPC) this season — T-23rd-best among FBS RBs. San Jose State’s defense have allowed just 3.6 YPC this season — T-24th-best among FBS defenses.

San Jose State Offensive Stats & Trends

San Jose State’s offense has thrown for 3,910 passing yards in 12 games (325.8 YPG) this season — 5th-best among FBS offenses. South Florida’s defense has allowed 278.7 passing yards per game this season — 7th-worst among FBS defenses.

San Jose State’s QBs has thrown for 3,868 passing yards in 12 games (322.3 YPG) this season — 5th-best among FBS teams. South Florida’s defense has allowed 278.7 passing yards per game this season — 7th-worst among FBS defenses.

San Jose State’s WRs has averaged 14.2 yards after the catch since the 2023 season — T-22nd-best among FBS WRs. South Florida’s defense has allowed 13.5 RAC since the 2023 season — T-4th-worst among FBS defenses.

San Jose State RBs averaged 8.6 Yards per Carry (715 yards/83 carries) in the 4th quarter in the 2023 season– best among FBS Teams; Average: 5.0

San Jose State has gained 6,752 yards on 509 receptions (13.3 YPR) since the 2023 season — 15th-best among FBS skill players. South Florida’s defense has allowed 13.6 Yards Per Reception since the 2023 season — T-4th-worst among NonP5 defenses.

South Florida Bulls Defensive Stats & Trends

South Florida has tackled opponents for a loss on 34 of 139 rushing attempts (24% TFL%) in the Red Zone since the 2023 season– best among Non-Power Conference Teams; Average: 14%.

South Florida has tackled opponents for a loss on 20 of 72 rushing attempts (28% TFL%) in the Red Zone this season– 2nd-best among Non-Power Conference Teams; Average: 14%.

South Florida has tackled opponents for a loss on 20 of 72 rushing attempts (28% TFL%) in the Red Zone this season– 3rd-best in FBS; Average: 15%.

South Florida has tackled opponents for a loss on 34 of 139 rushing attempts (24% TFL%) in the Red Zone since the 2023 season– 2nd-best in FBS; Average: 15%.

South Florida has allowed first downs on 53% of pass attempts in close and late situations this season– worst among Non-Power Conference Teams; Average: 30%

San Jose State Spartans Defensive Stats & Trends

San Jose State has sacked opposing QBs just once on 68 pass attempts in the Red Zone since the 2023 season– 10th-worst in FBS; Average: 15.1

San Jose State has not allowed an opponent to rush for 10 or more yards on any of their 20 carries on 3rd and long this season– best among Non-Power Conference Teams; Average: 19%

San Jose State has averaged 1.67 interceptions per game (20/12) this season– T-best in FBS; Average: 0.84

San Jose State has averaged 1.67 interceptions per game (20/12) this season– best among Non-Power Conference Teams; Average: 0.79

San Jose State did not record a sack (31 pass attempts) in the Red Zone in the 2023 season– T-worst in FBS; Average: 15.1


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