DraftKings · as of July 8, 2026
North Texas defeated Charlotte 54–20 in a dominant performance. North Texas covered by 8.5; Game went Over by 13.5. The market closed at North Texas -25.5 and the Blue Chip model made it North Texas -25.5. The two were within a point of each other, so there was no meaningful edge in this line.
Redshirt freshman Drew Mestemaker threw for a school-record 608 yards and four touchdowns, completing 37 of 49 passes. This explosive aerial attack will be a key factor for opponents to defend in future games.
After trailing 20-17 early in the third quarter, North Texas scored 37 unanswered points to win 54-20. The team's ability to adjust and dominate after halftime shows strong coaching and resilience.
Wyatt Young (9 catches, 190 yards, 1 TD), Cameron Dorner (7 catches, 117 yards, 1 TD), and Caleb Hawkins (multiple TDs) all contributed significantly. This depth makes the passing game difficult to contain.
Kiefer Sibley added a 45-yard touchdown run and Ashton Gray scored on a 32-yard run, showing the offense can also hurt teams on the ground. This balance will keep defenses guessing.
After allowing 20 points in the first half, the defense shut out Charlotte in the second half, including a key goal-line stand. This defensive adjustment bodes well for upcoming matchups.
At kickoff, conditions at Jerry Richardson Stadium were Partly cloudy, 52°F with winds of 5 mph. Weather is not expected to be a meaningful factor in this game. Historical weather data for this game is preserved in the panel alongside. Weather data is sourced from WeatherAPI.com.
Partly cloudy
52°F
| Measure | North TexasAway | CharlotteHome |
|---|---|---|
| This week | 950 miles | 0 miles |
| Last week | Home game | Home game |
| Season total | 5,510 miles | 2,164 miles |
| Body clock | 18:00 | 19:00 |
| Rest | 6 days | 6 days |
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