The Pirates will play the Owls on Saturday, September 30th, 2023. The matchup takes place at Rice Stadium. Watch this exciting Week 5 matchup at 7:00 pm EDT. Check local listings for coverage on ESPN+.
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Table of Contents
- Matchup Stats
- Paddy O'Parlay
- Best Odds
- Interactive Odds Example
- Prop Bets
- Recent Meetings
- Team Standings
- Futures Odds
- Team Schedules & Results
- Other Games Today
Key Matchup Stats
We're now well into the 2023 college football season. Week 5 action features a matchup between East Carolina and Rice taking place at Rice Stadium. The following are some key season stats to help you size up this game.
- SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings - East Carolina has a 97.00 conference power ranking for the 2023 season. The conference power ranking for Rice is 98.00.
- Away East Carolina - Heading into Week 5, East Carolina currently has a 0-2 record as an away team for the 2023 regular season. This ranks them 2nd in the American Conference for away team wins. Watch this stat carefully as the season progresses.
- Home Rice - Rice has a 2-0 record as a home team. Looking ahead to this 2023 Week 5 matchup, they rank 1st in the American Conference for home team wins. Like the East Carolina away record and ranking, you should continually keep tabs on this stat.
- Points Scored - For the 2023 season, East Carolina ranks 9th (88) in the American Conference, with Rice currently ranking 2nd (141) for points scored in the American Conference.
- Points Against - Also in 2023, East Carolina stands 9th (104) in the American Conference for points scored by opponents in 2023. Rice sits at 4th (127) in the American Conference for points against in the 2023 season so far.
- Team Records - East Carolina has a 1-3 overall record for the 2023 regular season, with Rice currently 2-2 for the 2023 NCAAF regular season.
Paddy O'Parlay
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Get ready for a wild showdown as East Carolina heads to Rice Stadium on September 30th... This Week 5 matchup is set to be a thrilling clash between two talented teams... According to the SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings, East Carolina stands at 97.00, while Rice is slightly ahead at 98.00... With a 1-3 standing, East Carolina is hungry to turn their season around... On the other side, Rice currently holds a 2-2 standing, looking to build on their early successes...
The atmosphere at Rice Stadium will be electric as both teams battle it out on the gridiron... This game is bound to keep fans on the edge of their seats... If you're feeling lucky, bet this game at BetWay, BetRivers, or BetMGM... The excitement doesn't stop there, as you can also review this game's prop bets for additional thrills... Compare the odds below to maximize your chances of winning big...
East Carolina is determined to prove themselves and climb up the rankings... With their explosive offense and strong defense, they pose a formidable challenge for Rice... However, Rice has their own strengths and will be a tough opponent to overcome... This clash of two evenly matched teams promises to be a thrilling battle from start to finish...
So mark your calendars for September 30th and get ready for an action-packed college football showdown... East Carolina vs Rice is a game you won't want to miss... Bet on the outcome, review the prop bets, and let the excitement unfold on the field.
Best Pirates at Owls Odds
Underdog East Carolina | Favorite Rice |
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Underdog East Carolina | Favorite Rice |
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Matchup Odds FAQs
Rice is a -3 -115 point spread favorite at BetMGM, while East Carolina is a +3 -105 point spread underdog at BetMGM.
The best over line is 45.5 -105 points at BetMGM, which means you risk $105 to win $100 betting the over. The best under line is 45.5 -115 points at BetMGM, and that means you risk $115 to win $100 betting the under.
Rice is a -160 moneyline favorite at BetMGM and East Carolina is a +135 moneyline underdog at BetMGM.
College Football Odds Example
Game |
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East Carolina
Rice
9/30/23 7:00pm EDT | +3 -105-3 -115 |
Underdog East Carolina - East Carolina bettors risk $100 to win $95.24 at -105 odds.
A +3 East Carolina underdog bet wins if they lose by 2 or fewer, tie, or win outright. The bet pushes if they lose by 3. Your bet loses if they lose by 4 or more.
Favorite Rice - Rice bettors risk $100 to win $86.96 at -115 odds.
A -3 Rice favorite bet wins if they win by 4 or more. The bet pushes if they win by 3. Your bet loses if they win by 2 or fewer, tie, or lose outright.
East Carolina at Rice Prop Bets
Important Note: Some states expressly forbid individual college athlete prop bets. The following wagers may not be available depending on your particular state laws.
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East Carolina
Rice
First Team To Score
9/30/23 7:00pm EDT | +110-140Bet |
East Carolina
Rice
No Touchdown
To Score 1st Touchdown
9/30/23 7:00pm EDT | +105-155+10000Bet |
East Carolina
Rice
Game to Overtime
9/30/23 7:00pm EDT | Yes +875No -5000Bet |
East Carolina
Rice
Both Teams Score 10+
9/30/23 7:00pm EDT | Yes -650No +425Bet |
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East Carolina
Rice
Both Teams Score 20+
9/30/23 7:00pm EDT | Yes +130No -165Bet |
East Carolina
Rice
Both Teams Score 30+
9/30/23 7:00pm EDT | Yes +875No -2500Bet |
Recent Meetings Since 2019
Week | Game | Result | Margin |
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2023 Week 5 | East Carolina vs Rice Saturday, September 30th, 2023 | RICE 24, ECU 17 Rice Stadium | Rice by 7 |
Team Standings
Team | Conf | Conf% | W | L | PF | PA | Home | Away | Strk |
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Rice | 4-4 | 0.500 | 6 | 7 | 384 | 365 | 4-3 | 2-3 | L1 |
East Carolina | 1-7 | 0.125 | 2 | 10 | 208 | 269 | 1-5 | 1-5 | L2 |
East Carolina & Rice Futures Odds
Latest NCAA Championship odds, if available, for each team. Review odds for other teams and learn the best College Football bets.
East Carolina Championship Odds
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Team Schedules & Results
Week | Matchup | Date & Result |
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Week 1 | East Carolina vs Michigan | MICH 30, ECU 3 Saturday, September 2nd, 2023 |
Week 2 | Marshall vs East Carolina | MRSH 31, ECU 13 Saturday, September 9th, 2023 |
Week 3 | East Carolina vs Appalachian State | APP 43, ECU 28 Saturday, September 16th, 2023 |
Week 4 | Gardner-Webb vs East Carolina | ECU 44, GWEB 0 Saturday, September 23rd, 2023 |
Week 5 | East Carolina vs Rice | RICE 24, ECU 17 Saturday, September 30th, 2023 |
Week 7 | SMU vs East Carolina | SMU 31, ECU 10 Thursday, October 12th, 2023 |
Week 8 | Charlotte vs East Carolina | CLT 10, ECU 7 Saturday, October 21st, 2023 |
Week 9 | East Carolina vs UTSA | UTSA 41, ECU 27 Saturday, October 28th, 2023 |
Week 10 | Tulane vs East Carolina | TULN 13, ECU 10 Saturday, November 4th, 2023 |
Week 11 | East Carolina vs Florida Atlantic | ECU 22, FAU 7 Saturday, November 11th, 2023 |
Week 12 | East Carolina vs Navy | NAVY 10, ECU 0 Saturday, November 18th, 2023 |
Week 13 | Tulsa vs East Carolina | TLSA 29, ECU 27 Saturday, November 25th, 2023 |
Week | Matchup | Date & Result |
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Week 1 | Rice vs Texas | TEX 37, RICE 10 Saturday, September 2nd, 2023 |
Week 2 | Houston vs Rice | RICE 43, HOU 41 (2OT) Saturday, September 9th, 2023 |
Week 3 | Texas Southern vs Rice | RICE 59, TXSO 7 Saturday, September 16th, 2023 |
Week 4 | Rice vs South Florida Stars | USF 42, RICE 29 Saturday, September 23rd, 2023 |
Week 5 | East Carolina vs Rice | RICE 24, ECU 17 Saturday, September 30th, 2023 |
Week 6 | UConn vs Rice | CONN 38, RICE 31 Saturday, October 7th, 2023 |
Week 8 | Rice vs Tulsa | RICE 42, TLSA 10 Thursday, October 19th, 2023 |
Week 9 | Tulane vs Rice | TULN 30, RICE 28 Saturday, October 28th, 2023 |
Week 10 | SMU vs Rice | SMU 36, RICE 31 Saturday, November 4th, 2023 |
Week 11 | Rice vs UTSA | UTSA 34, RICE 14 Saturday, November 11th, 2023 |
Week 12 | Rice vs Charlotte | RICE 28, CLT 7 Saturday, November 18th, 2023 |
Week 13 | Florida Atlantic vs Rice | RICE 24, FAU 21 Saturday, November 25th, 2023 |
Bowls | Texas State vs Rice Servpro First Responder Bowl | TXST 45, RICE 21 Tuesday, December 26th, 2023 |
How to Bet on the Game
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How to Bet on the East Carolina vs Rice College Football Game
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Open a new sports betting account before game time.
Review our list of sports betting sites. Open a new account before the game starts on Saturday, September 30th, 2023 at 7:00 pm EDT, making sure to enter all your personal details correctly. Don't forget to add your bonus code.
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Visit the sportsbook’s cashier, banking, or deposit page.
Navigate to the sportsbook's deposit page. Use your Visa card or MasterCard, or deposit with a bank transfer, or other methods like Paypal.
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Tap to the sportsbook's College Football page, look for the East Carolina vs Rice Game.
Navigate to the sportsbook's College Football page. Next, look for live or upcoming matchups. Select the East Carolina vs Rice Game.
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Choose your bet and place a wager.
Choose your bet and then use the funds you deposited to place a wager. The sportsbook will pay your winnings or deduct a losing wager from your account balance after the game.