The Florida International Panthers (6-5), led by running back Kejon Owens, will face the Sam Houston Bearkats (2-9) on Saturday at Shell Energy Stadium, with kickoff scheduled for 1 p.m. ET.
Florida International enters the contest following a 27-21 victory over Jacksonville State. In that win, quarterback Joe Pesansky completed 14 of 28 passes for 196 yards, two touchdowns, and two interceptions, adding 40 yards on the ground. Owens was instrumental, rushing 21 times for 135 yards and a touchdown. The team’s leading receiver was Alex Perry, who had four catches for 109 yards and a score.
Sam Houston is looking to rebound from a 31-17 loss to Middle Tennessee. Quarterback Landyn Locke threw for 281 yards and two touchdowns with one interception, completing 25 of 40 attempts. Alton McCaskill led the rushing attack with 42 yards on 11 carries, while Grady O’Neill was the top receiver with eight catches for 89 yards.
Game Information
- Date: Saturday, November 29
- Time: 1 p.m. ET
- Location: Shell Energy Stadium, Houston, Texas
- TV: ESPN+
Betting Information
- Spread: Florida International (-11.5)
- Moneyline: Florida International (-448), Sam Houston (+346)
- Total: 51 points
