{"id":37627,"date":"2025-10-30T10:13:07","date_gmt":"2025-10-30T14:13:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wagertalk.com\/news\/?p=37627"},"modified":"2025-10-30T10:13:09","modified_gmt":"2025-10-30T14:13:09","slug":"thursday-college-football-week-10-predictions-marshall-vs-coastal-carolina-tulane-vs-utsa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wagertalk.com\/news\/college-football\/thursday-college-football-week-10-predictions-marshall-vs-coastal-carolina-tulane-vs-utsa\/","title":{"rendered":"Thursday College Football Week 10 Predictions: Marshall vs Coastal Carolina & Tulane vs UTSA"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Two key Thursday night college football matchups headline the Week 10 slate, with Marshall taking on Coastal Carolina<\/strong> in a Sun Belt showdown and Tulane facing UTSA<\/strong> in an AAC battle. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Both games are scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET<\/strong> and will air nationally on ESPN2 and ESPN<\/strong>, respectively. Bettors will find compelling angles on totals and spreads as each contest features strong offensive trends and clear situational edges heading into Thursday night.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Both games feature teams looking to establish momentum, and this breakdown from WagerTalk<\/a> gives bettors insight into where the real value may lie.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Marshall vs Coastal Carolina: High Scoring Potential in Conway<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Kickoff<\/strong>: 7:30PM ET on ESPN2<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Thursday matchup features Marshall (5.5-point road favorite)<\/strong> traveling to Conway, South Carolina, to face Coastal Carolina<\/strong>, with the total set at 55<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Weather conditions look ideal \u2014 temperatures in the mid-50s, light winds, and no chance of rain<\/strong> \u2014 which should help both offenses maintain rhythm and pace throughout the game.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Marshall enters having gone 3\u20131 in its last four games<\/strong>, finding a strong offensive spark over the past month. In each of those four contests, the Thundering Herd scored at least 40 points<\/strong>, resulting in all four games flying over the total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The scoring output has been explosive, with those games averaging a combined 81 total points<\/strong> between Marshall and its opponents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the offense has come alive, Marshall\u2019s defense has struggled during that same stretch, allowing 35.7 points and 457.8 yards per game<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Herd have needed every bit of their offensive efficiency to maintain their winning form. Their road games have been particularly productive for total bettors \u2014 Marshall has gone 3\u20130 to the over away from home<\/strong>, averaging 75.7 total points<\/strong> per contest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Coastal Carolina<\/strong> is also trending upward after a 45\u201337 victory over Appalachian State<\/strong>, easily surpassing its total of 43.5. The Chanticleers\u2019 offense produced 413 total yards<\/strong> in that win, continuing a string of strong performances under their dual-quarterback approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Since 2023, Coastal has gone 11\u20134 to the over<\/strong> when the game total lands between 49.5 and 56 points. At home, that record improves to 6\u20132 to the over<\/strong>, reinforcing their reputation as a team that performs well offensively on familiar turf.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Marshall vs Coastal Carolina Predictions: Over 55.5<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

With both teams showing explosive scoring potential, Marshall\u2019s recent defensive issues, and favorable weather conditions, all signs point to another high-tempo contest. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Expect plenty of points when the Thundering Herd and Chanticleers meet under the Thursday night lights in Conway.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tulane vs UTSA: Green Wave Rolling Toward AAC Supremacy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Kickoff<\/strong>: 7:30PM ET on ESPN<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The second Thursday matchup features\u00a0Tulane (6\u20131 overall)<\/strong>\u00a0visiting\u00a0UTSA<\/strong>, with the\u00a0Green Wave listed as 5.5-point favorites<\/strong>. Both teams kickoff at 7:30 p.m. ET on ESPN, setting up an exciting back-to-back viewing slate for college football fans and bettors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tulane\u2019s only loss of the season came against nationally ranked Mississippi, a setback that hasn\u2019t derailed their campaign. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Green Wave remain 3\u20130 in conference play<\/strong>, maintaining control of their destiny in the American Athletic Conference. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Their combination of experience, balance, and resilience has them firmly in contention for both a conference title and a potential Group of Five New Year\u2019s bowl bid<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tulane\u2019s resume stands out with quality wins over Duke and Northwestern<\/strong>, and their ability to rally late was on full display last week against Army. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Trailing 17\u201310 with just over two minutes remaining<\/strong>, Tulane scored a game-tying touchdown, forced a punt, and struck again in the final minute to escape with a 24\u201317 victory<\/strong>. That comeback could serve as a major momentum boost heading into Thursday night.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Over their last three games, Tulane\u2019s offense has been highly consistent, producing 438, 458, and 402 yards<\/strong> respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Just as impressive, the defense has held all three AAC opponents to 19 points or fewer<\/strong>, demonstrating complete control on both sides of the ball.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UTSA<\/strong>, on the other hand, is coming off a difficult outing \u2014 a 55\u201317 loss at North Texas<\/strong> as a four-point underdog. The Roadrunners allowed 584 yards of total offense<\/strong> and finished \u20133 in turnover differential<\/strong>, issues that could prove costly again against an opportunistic Tulane squad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tulane vs UTSA Predictions: Tulane -5.5<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

With Tulane\u2019s strong defensive play, offensive consistency, and clear sense of urgency to stay in the New Year\u2019s Six conversation, the Green Wave appear well-positioned to sustain their run in AAC play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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