This one feels like a coin flip but UAB's defense will be the best unit on the field, and that give the Blazers a slight edge in my eyes. I like UAB to win, but I'll take the added security of the points.

WKU QB Austin Reed sits with a 70.7 completion percentage, 21 TD passes and just five picks. UAB would like to pound the ball on the ground, but it could gain only 122 rushing yards at Rice in a 28-24 loss three weeks ago as 10.5-point favorites. Take Western Kentucky to cover the short number at home.

It's a tight spread for this Conference USA clash between host Western Kentucky and UAB. The Hilltoppers have a flashy offense that averages 40 points per game, but UAB’s defense gives up just over 17. I expect Western Kentucky’s offense to be productive, but not enough to be comfortable against the Blazers. Take UAB as the slight underdog.