South Florida Bulls vs East Carolina Pirates prediction & odds
Friday, November 6, 2026, 7:30 PM ET · Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium
Quick answers
When and where is South Florida Bulls vs East Carolina Pirates?
South Florida Bulls visit East Carolina Pirates at Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium on November 6, 2026.
Who is favored in South Florida Bulls vs East Carolina Pirates?
East Carolina Pirates are the favorite at DraftKings: moneyline -130, a price that implies about 57%. South Florida Bulls are +110.
What are the spread and the over/under for South Florida Bulls vs East Carolina Pirates?
DraftKings has ECU -1.5, with the total at 39.5.
How are South Florida Bulls and East Carolina Pirates playing lately?
East Carolina Pirates are 5-5 in their last 10, South Florida Bulls 8-2.
The East Carolina Pirates will face the South Florida Bulls at Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium on November 7, 2026. The Pirates enter the game with a record of 4-4, while the Bulls boast a stronger 6-2 record. East Carolina is coming off a win against the Temple Owls, with a score of 17-9, and they have a home record of 3-1 this season. In contrast, South Florida has won their last two games, including a decisive 30-10 victory over the UAB Blazers.
Key players to watch include East Carolina's Mitch Griffis, who has thrown for 753 yards and 4 touchdowns this season, and TJ Engleman Jr., who leads the team in rushing with 689 yards and 5 touchdowns. For the Bulls, Michael Van Buren Jr. has passed for 1,273 yards and 6 touchdowns, while D.J. Crowther has contributed significantly on the ground with 578 rushing yards and 7 touchdowns.
The betting line from DraftKings has East Carolina favored by 1.5 points, with a total set at 39.5. Weather conditions are expected to be mild, with a temperature around 65°F and a 51% chance of precipitation. As both teams look to improve their standings, this matchup promises to be a competitive clash.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | ECU -1.5 | 39.5 o -108 / u -112 | South Florida Bulls +110 · East Carolina Pirates -130 |
Leaders
- Passing yardsMitch Griffis69/126, 753 YDS, 4 TD, 5 INTEast Carolina Pirates
- Rushing yardsTJ Engleman Jr.105 CAR, 689 YDS, 5 TDEast Carolina Pirates
- Receiving yardsRay Ray Joseph Jr.33 REC, 303 YDS, 3 TDEast Carolina Pirates
- Passing yardsMichael Van Buren Jr.116/181, 1,273 YDS, 6 TDSouth Florida Bulls
- Rushing yardsD.J. Crowther121 CAR, 578 YDS, 7 TDSouth Florida Bulls
- Receiving yardsBryson Rodgers33 REC, 345 YDS, 2 TDSouth Florida Bulls
Recent form
East Carolina Pirates
Last 10: 5-5Streak W125.8 scored · 25.4 allowed per game3-1 at home
- W42-9vs North Carolina Central EaglesSep 26
- W28-12vs Rice OwlsOct 10
- L30-17 OTvs UAB BlazersOct 15
- L41-34 OTvs Memphis TigersOct 22
- W17-9vs Temple OwlsOct 31
South Florida Bulls
Last 10: 8-2Streak W231.6 scored · 13.7 allowed per game3-1 away
- W14-6vs Bowling Green FalconsSep 26
- L17-13vs Temple OwlsOct 3
- L31-24vs UTSA RoadrunnersOct 8
- W29-2vs Kent State Golden FlashesOct 17
- W30-10vs UAB BlazersOct 31
Standings
| Team | Overall | In conference |
|---|---|---|
| UTSA | 7-1 | 4-0 |
| North Texas | 6-2 | 4-0 |
| Memphis | 7-2 | 4-1 |
| Army | 5-3 | 4-2 |
| South Florida | 6-2 | 2-2 |
| UAB | 4-4 | 2-2 |
| Florida Atlantic | 5-3 | 2-2 |
| East Carolina | 4-4 | 2-2 |
| Tulane | 4-4 | 2-2 |
| Charlotte | 1-7 | 1-3 |
| Tulsa | 4-4 | 1-3 |
| Temple | 2-6 | 1-3 |
| Navy | 2-6 | 1-4 |
| Rice | 1-7 | 0-4 |
Box score
| Stat | South Florida Bulls | East Carolina Pirates |
|---|---|---|
| Total points per game | 27.0 | 24.0 |
| Yards per game | 314.6 | 351.0 |
| Passing yards per game | 166.6 | 186.5 |
| Rushing yards per game | 148.0 | 164.5 |
| Total points per game allowed | 14.5 | 24.1 |
| Yards per game allowed | 306.6 | 336.4 |
| Passing yards per game allowed | 178.4 | 196.6 |
| Rushing yards per game allowed | 128.3 | 139.8 |
Venue
- Dowdy-Ficklen StadiumGreenville, NC
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