BOCA RATON, Fla. (Interstat) — Two American Athletic Conference teams looking to climb back to .500 will meet Saturday when the UAB Blazers visit the Florida Atlantic Owls.

Both teams enter the 3:30 p.m. EDT kickoff at Flagler Credit Union Stadium with 2-3 records. The game is projected to be a high-scoring affair, with Interstat’s simulator forecasting a 40-34 Florida Atlantic victory. Despite this, UAB has been installed as a 4.5-point favorite. The over/under is set at 67.5.

UAB is looking to rebound from a 31-13 home loss to Army last Saturday. Quarterback Jalen Kitna threw for 259 yards and rushed for a touchdown in the defeat. The Blazers’ defense has struggled, allowing an average of 41.2 points in their three losses.

Florida Atlantic arrives with momentum after a 27-21 road victory over Rice. Owls quarterback Caden Veltkamp passed for 290 yards and three touchdowns in the win. FAU’s season has been marked by extremes, with two blowout wins and three double-digit losses.

The matchup features two potent offenses, suggesting the total points could challenge the high over/under. UAB will aim to establish its ground game with Jevon Jackson, while FAU will rely on Veltkamp’s efficient arm.