The Falcons will play the Bearkats on Saturday, September 9th, 2023. The matchup takes place at NRG Stadium. Watch this exciting Week 2 matchup at 8:02 pm EDT. Check local listings for coverage on CBSSN.
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Table of Contents
- Matchup Stats
- Paddy O'Parlay
- Best Odds
- Interactive Odds Example
- Prop Bets
- Recent Meetings
- Team Standings
- Futures Odds
- Team Schedules & Results
- Other Games Today
Key Matchup Stats
The 2023 college football season has begun, with Air Force and Sam Houston State scheduled to matchup at NRG Stadium. First, let's review each team's stats from the 2022 season to get an idea of what we can expect on gameday.
- SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings - Air Force had a 100.00 conference power ranking in the 2022 season. The conference power ranking for Sam Houston State in the 2022 season was 97.33.
- Away Air Force - At the end of the 2022 regular season, Air Force had a 2-2 record as an away team, ranking them 3rd in the Mountain West Conference for away team wins.
- Home Sam Houston State - Sam Houston State finished the 2022 regular season with a 1-3 record as a home team. They ranked 3rd in the WAC Conference for home team wins in 2022.
- Points Scored - Air Force wound up 2nd (362) in the Mountain West Conference, with Sam Houston State ranked 6th (165) for points scored in the 2022 WAC Conference.
- Points Against - Air Force finished 6th (174) in the Mountain West Conference for points scored by opponents in 2022. Sam Houston State wound up 6th (187) in the 2022 WAC Conference for points against.
- Team Records - Air Force had a 10-3 regular season overall record, with Sam Houston State notching a 5-4 regular season standing last year.
Paddy O'Parlay
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Get ready for an electrifying clash as Air Force takes on Sam Houston State...in Week 2 of the college football season at NRG Stadium! The Air Force, with a stellar 10-3 standing last season, is set to unleash their disciplined game plan...and outmatch the Sam Houston State team, who finished last season with a 5-4 standing...Get ready for a showdown that'll keep you on the edge of your seat!
Both teams will bring their A-game to the field, showcasing their skills and determination...As the away team, Air Force aims to maintain their winning streak...while Sam Houston State is eager to prove their mettle on their home turf. Who will prevail in this thrilling clash?
If you're looking to add some excitement to the game, head over to SportsBetting3.com...where you can bet on this game and review the odds below. Don't miss out on the action as these two teams battle it out in an epic showdown. Mark your calendars for September 9th, 2023, and get ready for some heart-pounding college football!
Best Falcons at Bearkats Odds
| Underdog Sam Houston State | Favorite Air Force |
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| Over | Under |
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| Underdog Sam Houston State | Favorite Air Force |
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Matchup Odds FAQs
Air Force is a -12.5 -117 point spread favorite at BetRivers, while Sam Houston State is a +13.5 -110 point spread underdog at BetMGM.
The best over line is 34.5 -114 points at BetRivers, which means you risk $114 to win $100 betting the over. The best under line is 36.5 -105 points at BetMGM, and that means you risk $105 to win $100 betting the under.
Air Force is a -600 moneyline favorite at BetMGM and Sam Houston State is a +480 moneyline underdog at BetRivers.
College Football Odds Example
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Game |
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Air Force
Sam Houston State
9/09/23 8:02pm EDT | -13.5 -110+13.5 -110 |
Underdog Sam Houston State - Sam Houston State bettors risk $100 to win $90.91 at -110 odds.
A +13.5 Sam Houston State underdog bet wins if they lose by 13 or fewer, tie, or win outright. Your bet loses if they lose by 14 or more.
Favorite Air Force - Air Force bettors risk $100 to win $90.91 at -110 odds.
A -13.5 Air Force favorite bet wins if they win by 14 or more. Your bet loses if they win by 13 or fewer, tie, or lose outright.
Air Force at Sam Houston State Prop Bets
Important Note: Some states expressly forbid individual college athlete prop bets. The following wagers may not be available depending on your particular state laws.
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Air Force
Sam Houston State
First Team To Score
9/09/23 8:02pm EDT | -225+175Bet |
Air Force
Sam Houston State
No Touchdown
To Score 1st Touchdown
9/09/23 8:02pm EDT | -300+200+6600Bet |
Air Force
Sam Houston State
Game to Overtime
9/09/23 8:02pm EDT | Yes +1250No -10000Bet |
Air Force
Sam Houston State
Both Teams Score 10+
9/09/23 8:02pm EDT | Yes -135No +105Bet |
| BetMGM | |
Air Force
Sam Houston State
Both Teams Score 20+
9/09/23 8:02pm EDT | Yes +525No -900Bet |
Air Force
Sam Houston State
Both Teams Score 30+
9/09/23 8:02pm EDT | Yes +3300No -10000Bet |
Recent Meetings Since 2019
| Week | Game | Result | Margin |
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| 2023 Week 2 | Air Force vs Sam Houston State Saturday, September 9th, 2023 | AFA 13, SHSU 3 NRG Stadium | Air Force by 10 |
Team Standings
| Team | Conf | Conf% | W | L | PF | PA | Home | Away | Strk |
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| C-USA | |||||||||
| Sam Houston State | 2-6 | 0.250 | 3 | 9 | 240 | 314 | 2-3 | 1-5 | W1 |
| Mountain West | |||||||||
| Air Force | 5-3 | 0.625 | 9 | 4 | 362 | 236 | 4-1 | 3-2 | W1 |
Air Force & Sam Houston State Futures Odds
Latest NCAA Championship odds, if available, for each team. Review odds for other teams and learn the best College Football bets.
Air Force Championship Odds|
Team | BetMGM |
 BetRivers |
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| Air Force | +100000 Bet |
No NCAA College Football Championship TM Sam Houston State YR: futures available
Team Schedules & Results
| Week | Matchup | Date & Result |
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| Week 1 | Robert Morris vs Air Force | AFA 42, RMU 7 Saturday, September 2nd, 2023 |
| Week 2 | Air Force vs Sam Houston State | AFA 13, SHSU 3 Saturday, September 9th, 2023 |
| Week 3 | Utah State vs Air Force | AFA 39, USU 21 Friday, September 15th, 2023 |
| Week 4 | Air Force vs San Jose State | AFA 45, SJSU 20 Friday, September 22nd, 2023 |
| Week 5 | San Diego State vs Air Force | AFA 49, SDSU 10 Saturday, September 30th, 2023 |
| Week 7 | Wyoming vs Air Force | AFA 34, WYO 27 Saturday, October 14th, 2023 |
| Week 8 | Air Force vs Navy | AFA 17, NAVY 6 Saturday, October 21st, 2023 |
| Week 9 | Air Force vs Colorado State | AFA 30, CSU 13 Saturday, October 28th, 2023 |
| Week 10 | Army vs Air Force | ARMY 23, AFA 3 Saturday, November 4th, 2023 |
| Week 11 | Air Force vs Hawaii | HAW 27, AFA 13 Saturday, November 11th, 2023 |
| Week 12 | UNLV vs Air Force | UNLV 31, AFA 27 Saturday, November 18th, 2023 |
| Week 13 | Air Force vs Boise State | BOIS 27, AFA 19 Friday, November 24th, 2023 |
| Bowls | James Madison vs Air Force Lockheed Martin Armed Forces Bowl | AFA 31, JMU 21 Saturday, December 23rd, 2023 |
| Week | Matchup | Date & Result |
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| Week 1 | Sam Houston State vs BYU | BYU 14, SHSU 0 Saturday, September 2nd, 2023 |
| Week 2 | Air Force vs Sam Houston State | AFA 13, SHSU 3 Saturday, September 9th, 2023 |
| Week 4 | Sam Houston State vs Houston | HOU 38, SHSU 7 Saturday, September 23rd, 2023 |
| Week 5 | Jacksonville State vs Sam Houston State | JVST 35, SHSU 28 (OT) Thursday, September 28th, 2023 |
| Week 6 | Sam Houston State vs Liberty | LIB 21, SHSU 16 Thursday, October 5th, 2023 |
| Week 7 | Sam Houston State vs New Mexico State | NMSU 27, SHSU 13 Wednesday, October 11th, 2023 |
| Week 8 | FIU vs Sam Houston State | FIU 33, SHSU 27 (2OT) Wednesday, October 18th, 2023 |
| Week 9 | UTEP vs Sam Houston State | UTEP 37, SHSU 34 Wednesday, October 25th, 2023 |
| Week 10 | Kennesaw State vs Sam Houston State | SHSU 24, KENN 21 Saturday, November 4th, 2023 |
| Week 11 | Sam Houston State vs Louisiana Tech | SHSU 42, LT 27 Saturday, November 11th, 2023 |
| Week 12 | Sam Houston State vs Western Kentucky | WKU 28, SHSU 23 Saturday, November 18th, 2023 |
| Week 13 | Middle Tennessee vs Sam Houston State | SHSU 23, MTSU 20 Saturday, November 25th, 2023 |
How to Bet on the Game
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How to Bet on the Air Force vs Sam Houston State College Football Game
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Open a new sports betting account before game time.
Review our list of sports betting sites. Open a new account before the game starts on Saturday, September 9th, 2023 at 8:02 pm EDT, making sure to enter all your personal details correctly. Don't forget to add your bonus code.
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Visit the sportsbook’s cashier, banking, or deposit page.
Navigate to the sportsbook's deposit page. Use your Visa card or MasterCard, or deposit with a bank transfer, or other methods like Paypal.
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Tap to the sportsbook's College Football page, look for the Air Force vs Sam Houston State Game.
Navigate to the sportsbook's College Football page. Next, look for live or upcoming matchups. Select the Air Force vs Sam Houston State Game.
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Choose your bet and place a wager.
Choose your bet and then use the funds you deposited to place a wager. The sportsbook will pay your winnings or deduct a losing wager from your account balance after the game.