The North Texas Mean Green will be aiming to maintain their position in the American Conference title race as they go head-to-head with the Charlotte 49ers on Friday night. Recently, North Texas achieved a significant 55-17 victory over UTSA, while Charlotte suffered a disappointing 49-14 defeat against Temple in Week 8.

North Texas (6-1, 2-1 American), currently standing tied for fourth in the conference, has been successful in their away games this season, recording two wins on the road. Conversely, Charlotte (1-6, 0-4 American), has faced four consecutive losses this season and holds a record of 1-3 at home.

For those interested in betting, the Mean Green are favored by 25.5 points, with the total points expected to be 61.5. As of now, Charlotte leads the all-time series against North Texas with a 2-0 record.

Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. ET at Jerry Richardson Stadium in Charlotte, N.C.

Betting Predictions: Before diving into picks for this matchup, check out the college football predictions from the SportsLine Projection Model.

How North Texas Can Secure a Win

Freshman quarterback Drew Mestemaker has been a crucial player for the Mean Green, showcasing excellent passing and rushing abilities in his last performances.

How Charlotte Can Stage a Comeback

On the other hand, the 49ers have shared quarterback roles between Grayson Loftis and Zach Wilcke, with Javen Nicholas standing out as their top receiver. The team will need a strong performance from these players to overcome their recent struggles.

Make sure to consider all statistics and insights provided by the model to inform your betting decisions.