Week 14 • November 29, 2025, 08:30 PM UTC
5-5
American
Power Rank: -0.0
27 FINAL 24
6-5
American
Power Rank: 0.6
UTSA covered by 4.5 | Game went Under by 1.5
Army @ UTSA Preview

General Information

Week: Week 14
Kick Off (at stadium): 02:30 PM CST
Stadium: Alamodome
Capacity: 64,000
Elevation: 738 ft
HFA Rating: 2.9
Playing Surface: Artifical Turf

Betting Information

Spread Army -7.5
Total (O/U) 52.5
Expected Score ARMY 30.0 - 22.5 UTSA
Power Rank Implied Line UTSA +0.6
Prediction Markets UTSA 75% Win Chance (Kalshi)

Weather Conditions

Forecast for: February 02, 2026
Cloudy

Cloudy

49.3°F

Wind Chill: 46.6°F
Wind: 6.5 mph SSW
Gusts: 8.9 mph
Precipitation: 0.0"
Humidity: 65%
Rain Chance: 0%
Snow Chance: 0%

Travel & Rest

Army (Away)

This Week: 1602.6 miles
Last Week: Home Game
Season Total: 12328.9 miles
Body Clock Time: 15:30
Rest Days: 7

UTSA (Home)

This Week: 0.0 miles
Last Week: Home Game
Season Total: 9741.5 miles
Body Clock Time: 14:30
Rest Days: 7

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Betting Information
Current Line Army -7.5
Total Points 52.5
Blue Chip Analytics Power Rating
Army N/A
UTSA 0.6
✈️ Travel Impact
Away Team Travel 1603 mi
Home Team Travel 0 mi
Rest Even
🏟️ HFA: Alamodome
Capacity 64,000
Elevation 738 ft
🌤️ Weather: Cloudy
Temperature 49.3°F
Wind Speed 6.5 mph
Your Line UTSA +0.0
💰 Implied Value --

College Football Lines - Factors and Insights

Army

Late-game collapse raises concerns about closing ability

Army blew an 11-point lead and allowed Tulsa to score 12 unanswered points in the final quarter, including the game-winning field goal with 12 seconds left. This inability to close out games could be a critical weakness in future tight contests.

Strong first-half offensive performance not sustained

Cale Hellums dominated early with all three of his rushing touchdowns coming in the first half, totaling 159 rushing yards and 64 passing yards. However, the offense failed to maintain this production when needed most in the second half.

Critical turnover on downs in crucial moment

Army's inability to convert on fourth down late in the game directly led to Tulsa's game-winning drive. This failure in a must-have situation highlights potential issues with execution under pressure.

Bowl eligibility hopes take major hit

At 5-5 overall and 3-4 in conference play, this devastating loss significantly damages Army's chances of reaching bowl eligibility, putting immense pressure on their remaining games to achieve the necessary six wins.

Defensive struggles in second half

After containing Tulsa's rushing attack early, Army allowed Dominic Richardson to accumulate 203 rushing yards on 28 carries, showing concerning defensive fatigue or adjustments that opponents may exploit going forward.

UTSA

Defensive Struggles Against Explosive Plays

UTSA's defense allowed Texas A&M to generate big plays through the air and on special teams, including a punt return touchdown and multiple long passing touchdowns. The Aggies' offense consistently found ways to extend drives and score quickly, which kept UTSA from mounting a sustained comeback.

Robert Henry Jr.'s Breakout Performance

Running back Robert Henry Jr. was a bright spot, rushing for 177 yards and two touchdowns on 16 carries, including a 75-yard score to open the second half. His explosive running kept UTSA competitive and highlighted the Roadrunners' ability to move the ball on the ground against a Power 5 defense.

Inability to Sustain Momentum After Halftime

After cutting the deficit to 21-17 early in the third quarter, UTSA allowed Texas A&M to score on back-to-back drives, extending the lead to 35-17. The Roadrunners couldn't capitalize on their momentum swing, and the Aggies' quick responses effectively put the game out of reach.

Competitive Effort Against Ranked Opponent

Head coach Jeff Traylor praised his team's effort, noting they played about as well as they could against a top-25 team. Despite the loss, UTSA showed resilience and offensive firepower, which could build confidence as they face a more evenly matched opponent in Texas State next week.

Key Matchup Ahead vs. Texas State

UTSA returns home to face Texas State, a Sun Belt opponent that also presents a challenging matchup. The Roadrunners will need to tighten their defense, particularly against explosive plays, while continuing to lean on Henry's rushing attack to secure a bounce-back victory in their home opener.