UConn Football Preview: Rice Owls Edition
UConn Football is on the road again this weekend, as they head down south to take on the Rice Owls this upcoming Saturday afternoon. The Huskies are coming off an impressive 38-23 road win versus Boston College, as they are now 5-2 on the season.
On the flip side, the Owls will host the Huskies following a recent loss after a tough 61-13 road loss to the UTSA Roadrunners last weekend. Rice currently boasts a 3-4 record on the year.
WHO / WHEN / WHERE / SPREAD
WHO: UConn Huskies vs. Rice Owls
WHEN: Saturday, 3:00pm ET
WHERE: Rice Stadium (Houston, TX) OR ESPN+
SPREAD via ESPN Bet: UConn -10.5pts || Over/Under set at 50.5pts
Head Coach Scott Abell
Salary: $982,000
Overall Record: 89-56
Record at Boston College: 3-4
Scott Abell is in his first season as the head football coach for the Rice Owls, after seven seasons at Davidson. During his time with the Wildcats, Abell led the programs to three NCAA Division I FCS Playoff appearances.
Offensive Coordinator: Vince Munch (1st year)
2025 Season Stats
- Points Per Game: 19.4
- Yards Per Game: 306.6
- Passing Yards Per Game: 91.1
- Rushing Yards Per Game: 215.4
Defensive Coordinator: Jon Kay (2nd year)
2025 Season Stats
- Points Allowed Per Game: 27.1
- Yards Allowed Per Game: 357.3
- Passing Allowed Yards Per Game: 199.2
- Rushing Allowed Yards Per Game: 158.1
All-Time Series History
UConn has only played Rice twice in program history, with the Huskies winning both of those matchups. The most recent game took place last season, with the Huskies winning 17-10.
Top Boston College Offseason Additions
- WR Aaron Turner
- DB Omari Porter
- OT Sean Sullivan
- WR Artis Cole
- S Jack Kane
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