. The Bearcats (8-0, 6-0 AAC) initially were slated to visit Tulsa on Oct. 17; however, positive COVID-19 cases within the Cincinnati program forced the postponement of that game to Dec. Television demands briefly shuffled the contest to Dec. 4 and then to Dec. 12 in lieu of other commitments. Dec 18, 2020 Tulsa at Cincinnati: Odds, betting lines, predictions and picks Prediction. Cincinnati 24, Tulsa 17. Money line (ML) Cincinnati (-715) is a heavy favorite, and that's not a good way to spend your money. Yes, it's at home, but Tulsa has had a knack of finding ways to win, even when it looks like it shouldn't. Look to the spread instead. Below is my pick for the #24 Tulsa Golden Hurricane at #8 Cincinnati Bearcats. #24 Tulsa Golden Hurricanes at #8 Cincinnati Bearcats (-14.5): O/U 47.5 (-107/-114) Last time out, Tulsa finished off their regular season with a 19-6 road win over Navy. This game was tied at six late in the third quarter, but Tulsa scored the final 13 points of the.
Cincinnati Bearcats (8-0) vs Tulsa Golden Hurricane (5-1)
Game Info: Saturday, December 19, 2020 at 8:00 pm (Nippert Stadium)
Betting Odds: Cincinnati Bearcats -12.5 -- Over/Under: 46.5 Click Here for the Latest Odds
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Dec 19, 2020 2020 AAC Championship Game odds, line: Cincinnati vs. Tulsa picks, predictions from model on 54-34 run SportsLine's advanced computer model simulated Tulsa vs. Cincinnati on Saturday 10,000 times.
The 24th ranked Tulsa Golden Hurricane will travel to Nippert Stadium to take on the 8th ranked Cincinnati Bearcats in the AAC Championship this Saturday night.
The 24th ranked Tulsa Golden Hurricane won their 6th straight game and improved to 6-1 on the season after defeating the Navy Midshipmen, 19-6, this past Saturday. Tulsa's defense was outstanding against the Navy rushing attack and had no trouble securing the victory after taking 10-point lead with 10:58 left in regulation on a 37-yard FG by Zack Long. Tulsa outgained Navy by a 296-153 margin and forced 1 turnover in the victory. Leading the way for the Golden Hurricane was QB Zach Smith who completed 10 of 25 passes for 168 yards & 1 TD.
On the season, Tulsa is averaging 27.7 ppg on 411.1 total yards per game (251.7 passing yds/g; 159.4 rushing yds/g). Offensively, Tulsa has been led by QB Zach Smith who has completed 57.8% of his passes for 1,434 yards, 11 TD, & 6 INT. The top receiving threats for the Golden Hurricane have been Keylon Stokes (35 rec, 508 yards, 2 TD), Josh Johnson (35 rec, 484 yards, 6 TD), JuanCarlos Santana (25 rec, 378 yards, 3 TD), and Sam Crawford Jr. (21 rec, 254 yards, TD). Leading the way for the Tulsa backfield has been the trio of Deneric Prince (71 att, 356 yards, 2 TD), Corey Taylor II (63 att, 329 yards, 2 TD), and T.K. Wilkerson (80 att, 317 yards, 4 TD).
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Defensively, Tulsa is holding their opponents to an average of 19.9 ppg on 329.4 total yards per game (184.1 passing yds/g; 145.3 rushing yds/g).
The 8th ranked Cincinnati Bearcats come into this game with an overall record of 8-0 after defeating the UCF Knights, 36-33, on November 21st. In their toughest test of the season, Cincinnati was able to hold on for the victory after taking a 36-25 lead with 7:15 left in regulation on a 7-yard TD reception by Leonard Taylor. Cincinnati outgained UCF by a 482-359 margin and forced 1 turnover in the victory. Leading the way for the Bearcats was QB Desmond Ridder who completed 21 of 32 passes for 338 yards & 2 TD while also adding 2 TD's on the ground.
On the season, Cincinnati is averaging 40.9 ppg on 473.1 total yards per game (238.9 passing yds/g; 234.3 rushing yds/g). Offensively, Cincinnati has been led by QB Desmond Ridder who has completed 66.5% of his passes for 1,821 yards, 16 TD, & 6 INT. Ridder is also the 2nd leading rusher for the Bearcats as he has 526 rushing yards & 11 TD on 67 carries. The top receiving threats for the Bearcats have been Jayshon Jackson (20 rec, 297 yards, TD), Josh Whyle (24 rec, 291 yards, 5 TD), Michael Young Jr. (23 rec, 260 yards, 3 TD), and Tre Tucker (17 rec, 227 yards, 3 TD). Leading the way for the Cincinnati backfield has been the duo of Gerrid Doaks (137 att, 660 yards, 7 TD) & Jerome Ford (53 att, 329 yards, 6 TD).
Defensively, Cincinnati is holding their opponents to an average of 15.0 ppg on 308.1 total yards per game (195.6 passing yds/g; 112.5 rushing yds/g).
The Golden Hurricane are 5-0 ATS in their last 5 December games and 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games following a ATS win. The Bearcats are 5-1 ATS vs. a team with a winning record and 4-1 ATS in their last 5 home games.
Cincinnati was supposed to take on Tulsa on the road last week before being cancelled due to Covid-19 and now we'll have the same matchup for the AAC Championship in Cincinnati. Cincinnati has been a team that has paid off for us throughout the season, however, similar to my writeup last week, I'm a big fan of this Tulsa defense which I think can give Cincinnati some trouble. Tulsa will need a big game from Zach Smith, however, as I think this has a chance to be a low-scoring slugfest, I'm taking Tulsa and the points in this one.
Brett's PickTulsa Golden Hurricane +12.5
- December 19, 2020
- ByJonathan Willis
- VegasInsider.com
The Cincinnati Bearcats have been yanked around by the College Football Playoff Selection Committee for the last couple weeks.
Cincinnati has fallen behind two different two-loss teams with inferior records, casting a serious shadow over college football's decision makers.
All head coach Luke Fickell and the Bearcats can do is continue to win games though, and they can at least ensure a spot in a New Year's Six Bowl with a win over the Tulsa Golden Hurricane in primetime on Saturday.
AAC Championship Betting Resources
- Week 16 Matchup: AAC Championship
- Expert Picks: Vegas Insiders
- Venue: Nippert Stadium
- Location: Cincinnati, Ohio
- Date: Saturday, Dec. 19, 2020
- Time: ABC
- TV: 8:00 p.m. ET
- Bet:BetMGM | BetRivers | FanDuel | PointsBet | All
AAC Championship Betting Odds
- Spread: Cincinnati -14.5
- Money-Line: Cincinnati -650, Tulsa +475
- Total: 45
Odds Subject to Change
How to Handicap Tulsa vs. Cincinnati
This will be the third time these teams have been scheduled to meet this season. Tulsa was initially supposed to host Cincinnati on October 17, but that game was canceled due to COVID. The game was rescheduled for last week, yet more COVID issues cropped up leading to a second cancellation.
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Cincinnati hasn't played since knocking off UCF 36-33 back on November 21. The Bearcats have been one of the most impressive teams in the country though, winning their first seven games by at least 14 points prior to their first real test of the 2020 season. They are 5-2 ATS against FBS teams and those two ATS losses were by a combined 2.5 points.
The Bearcats were in position to cover the number against UCF. They were up three and had a second-and-goal from UCF's one-yard line, but Gerrid Doaks decided not to go into the end zone on second down in order to run more time off the clock. Cincinnati was unable to get into the end zone on the next two plays, leading to a UCF cover.
It's been a miracle season for Tulsa.
The Golden Hurricane have erased four double-digit second half deficits to remain unbeaten since their season opening loss to Oklahoma State. Their most improbable win yet came in their penultimate regular season game as Tulsa defeated Tulane 30-24 in double overtime.
Tulsa lost Zach Smith and Seth Boomer due to injury, forcing Davis Brin to take the reins of this offense. Brin played well, but the Green Wave led 14-0 with 10 minutes left. Brin led the Golden Hurricane back, but it seemed all was lost when Tulane took a 21-14 lead with under 100 seconds to play in the game.
The 8th ranked Cincinnati Bearcats come into this game with an overall record of 8-0 after defeating the UCF Knights, 36-33, on November 21st. In their toughest test of the season, Cincinnati was able to hold on for the victory after taking a 36-25 lead with 7:15 left in regulation on a 7-yard TD reception by Leonard Taylor. Cincinnati outgained UCF by a 482-359 margin and forced 1 turnover in the victory. Leading the way for the Bearcats was QB Desmond Ridder who completed 21 of 32 passes for 338 yards & 2 TD while also adding 2 TD's on the ground.
On the season, Cincinnati is averaging 40.9 ppg on 473.1 total yards per game (238.9 passing yds/g; 234.3 rushing yds/g). Offensively, Cincinnati has been led by QB Desmond Ridder who has completed 66.5% of his passes for 1,821 yards, 16 TD, & 6 INT. Ridder is also the 2nd leading rusher for the Bearcats as he has 526 rushing yards & 11 TD on 67 carries. The top receiving threats for the Bearcats have been Jayshon Jackson (20 rec, 297 yards, TD), Josh Whyle (24 rec, 291 yards, 5 TD), Michael Young Jr. (23 rec, 260 yards, 3 TD), and Tre Tucker (17 rec, 227 yards, 3 TD). Leading the way for the Cincinnati backfield has been the duo of Gerrid Doaks (137 att, 660 yards, 7 TD) & Jerome Ford (53 att, 329 yards, 6 TD).
Defensively, Cincinnati is holding their opponents to an average of 15.0 ppg on 308.1 total yards per game (195.6 passing yds/g; 112.5 rushing yds/g).
The Golden Hurricane are 5-0 ATS in their last 5 December games and 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games following a ATS win. The Bearcats are 5-1 ATS vs. a team with a winning record and 4-1 ATS in their last 5 home games.
Cincinnati was supposed to take on Tulsa on the road last week before being cancelled due to Covid-19 and now we'll have the same matchup for the AAC Championship in Cincinnati. Cincinnati has been a team that has paid off for us throughout the season, however, similar to my writeup last week, I'm a big fan of this Tulsa defense which I think can give Cincinnati some trouble. Tulsa will need a big game from Zach Smith, however, as I think this has a chance to be a low-scoring slugfest, I'm taking Tulsa and the points in this one.
Brett's PickTulsa Golden Hurricane +12.5
- December 19, 2020
- ByJonathan Willis
- VegasInsider.com
The Cincinnati Bearcats have been yanked around by the College Football Playoff Selection Committee for the last couple weeks.
Cincinnati has fallen behind two different two-loss teams with inferior records, casting a serious shadow over college football's decision makers.
All head coach Luke Fickell and the Bearcats can do is continue to win games though, and they can at least ensure a spot in a New Year's Six Bowl with a win over the Tulsa Golden Hurricane in primetime on Saturday.
AAC Championship Betting Resources
- Week 16 Matchup: AAC Championship
- Expert Picks: Vegas Insiders
- Venue: Nippert Stadium
- Location: Cincinnati, Ohio
- Date: Saturday, Dec. 19, 2020
- Time: ABC
- TV: 8:00 p.m. ET
- Bet:BetMGM | BetRivers | FanDuel | PointsBet | All
AAC Championship Betting Odds
- Spread: Cincinnati -14.5
- Money-Line: Cincinnati -650, Tulsa +475
- Total: 45
Odds Subject to Change
How to Handicap Tulsa vs. Cincinnati
This will be the third time these teams have been scheduled to meet this season. Tulsa was initially supposed to host Cincinnati on October 17, but that game was canceled due to COVID. The game was rescheduled for last week, yet more COVID issues cropped up leading to a second cancellation.
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Cincinnati hasn't played since knocking off UCF 36-33 back on November 21. The Bearcats have been one of the most impressive teams in the country though, winning their first seven games by at least 14 points prior to their first real test of the 2020 season. They are 5-2 ATS against FBS teams and those two ATS losses were by a combined 2.5 points.
The Bearcats were in position to cover the number against UCF. They were up three and had a second-and-goal from UCF's one-yard line, but Gerrid Doaks decided not to go into the end zone on second down in order to run more time off the clock. Cincinnati was unable to get into the end zone on the next two plays, leading to a UCF cover.
It's been a miracle season for Tulsa.
The Golden Hurricane have erased four double-digit second half deficits to remain unbeaten since their season opening loss to Oklahoma State. Their most improbable win yet came in their penultimate regular season game as Tulsa defeated Tulane 30-24 in double overtime.
Tulsa lost Zach Smith and Seth Boomer due to injury, forcing Davis Brin to take the reins of this offense. Brin played well, but the Green Wave led 14-0 with 10 minutes left. Brin led the Golden Hurricane back, but it seemed all was lost when Tulane took a 21-14 lead with under 100 seconds to play in the game.
That's when it became clear that this was truly a miracle season for Tulsa. Brin found JuanCarlos Santana in the end zone on a Hail Mary as time expired to force overtime, and then superstar linebacker Zaven Collins ended the game with a 96-yard interception return for a touchdown.
Corey Taylor and the Tulsa Golden Hurricane will look to upset Cincinnati, covering the spread in six of seven games this year. (AP)
Betting Analysis – Tulsa Golden Hurricane
Straight Up - SU, Against the Spread - ATS, Over-Under (O/U)
- 2020: 6-1 SU, 6-1 ATS, 2-5 O/U
Smith is healthy and will be under center for Tulsa this Saturday. He wasn't great in his return against Navy two weeks ago though, completing just 10 of 25 passes for 168 yards with a touchdown. Seth Boomer suffered a season-ending injury earlier this year, so the only other quarterback with experience is Brin.
Shamari Brooks' season-ending injury deprived Tulsa of its best running back before the 2020 campaign even started. In his place, Deneric Prince, Corey Taylor II, and T.K. Wilkerson have split the load. Prince and Wilkerson are listed as questionable to play this week due to injury, so Taylor could be in line for a heavy workload.
Keylon Stokes leads the Golden Hurricane with 35 receptions for 508 yards and two touchdowns, and Josh Johnson has 35 catches for 484 yards and six touchdowns. Santana and Sam Crawford Jr. have had decent seasons too, but it's clear that Tulsa only throws to receivers. Tight ends have a total of four receptions in this system, while the three running backs have combined for three receptions.
Tulsa's defense is ranked in the top 20 in scoring defense (19.9 PPG) and total defense (328.4 YPG). Most of that is due to the play of Collins.
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Collins was named AAC Defensive Player of the Year earlier in the week, as he leads the team in tackles (52), sacks (four), interceptions (four), and forced fumbles (two). He is likely to be the first AAC player selected in the 2021 NFL Draft as his combination of size and speed make him an excellent playmaker.
Betting Analysis - Cincinnati Bearcats
- 2020: 8-0 SU, 5-3 ATS, 4-4 O/U
Desmond Ridder has had a fantastic junior year for the unbeaten Bearcats. Ridder was named AAC Offensive Player of the Year earlier this week.
He has completed 66.5 percent of his passes for 1,821 yards (8.5 YPA) with 16 touchdowns and six interceptions on the season. Ridder is an electric runner with 526 yards (7.9 YPC) and 11 TDs to help make this offense the 23rd best in the country per Bill Connelly's SP+.
Doaks leads Cincinnati with 660 yards (4.8 YPC) and seven touchdowns. He is a surprisingly nimble back for a player his size, and that has made him a decent receiver out of the backfield too. Charles McClelland is out for the season with a knee injury, but Jerome Ford has done a nice job carrying the load in his stead.
The Bearcats don't throw the ball much, and they don't have a true No. 1 receiver. Instead, Cincinnati has five players with between 200 and 300 receiving yards. Tight end Josh Whyle and wide receiver Michael Young Jr. were both Second Team All-AAC selections.
This defense is nasty.
Cincinnati is in the top five in most defensive categories. The Bearcats are allowing just 14.3 PPG and 301.7 YPG, and the pass defense is lights out.
Opponents are averaging just 5.5 YPA against this secondary and three Cincinnati defensive backs (Ahmad Gardner, Coby Bryant, and James Wiggins) were named First Team All-AAC.
Historically Speaking
Head-to-Head
Tulsa is 16-13-1 all-time against Cincinnati, but these teams have only played three times since 1997.
Tulsa Vs Cincinnati Picks
The Bearcats have won two of the three meetings where both teams were part of the AAC, and they have won six of the last seven dating back to 1980.
Last Meeting
The Bearcats took advantage of five Tulsa turnovers to beat the Golden Hurricane 24-13 last year.
Smith completed less than half of his passes and averaged 5.7 YPA, while Ridder was efficient in his role.
Notable Betting Trends
-- Tulsa has covered seven of its last eight games
-- The under is 10-4 in Cincinnati's last 14 games
-- The under is 16-6 in Tulsa's last 22 games as an underdog
AAC Championship Predictions
- Score Prediction: Cincinnati 31, Tulsa 10
- Best Bet: Cincinnati
AAC Betting History Results & Notes
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History - Betting Notes
- Memphis has made the most AAC championships (3), but is 1-2 in those games
- UCF has won the most AAC titles (2)
- Home teams are 4-1 in AAC championships
- Tulsa is making first appearance in 2020 edition
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