COLLEGE FOOTBALL

Louisiana enters with the better offensive and defensive numbers, averaging 382.8 yards and 30.1 points per game while holding opponents to 317.3 yards and 21.3 points. UL Monroe has been far less efficient, averaging 332.1 yards and 20.3 points while allowing 434.8 yards and 37.0 points per game. The Warhawks have been especially exposed against the run, surrendering 222.5 rushing yards per game, and that weakness lines up poorly against a Louisiana offense that can lean on 190.0 rushing yards per game and still stress defenses through the air.
Louisiana is the stronger side in this matchup and should be able to separate if it plays to its season-long numbers. The Cajuns’ balance on offense, plus a defense that has been much harder to move than UL Monroe’s unit, supports a road win and a cover profile. My projected final score is Louisiana Ragin Cajuns 31, UL Monroe Warhawks 20, which fits a favorite-side position and a game total in the low 50s.