So, why are Trojans favored? Becuz of this seasons results so far....Troy comes in at 2-2 while FAU comes in at 1-4. However, a closer look at the Owls losses show that all four of them came on the road, three of them against teams from the Big 10 and Big 12. Now, they did lose at Middle Tennessee State last week but outplayed the Blue Raiders in that game and the loss came on a Hail Mary on the final play and by only one point. Take a closer look.....it shows that the Owls had an edge in first downs, total yards and time of possession. In other words, they should have (or at least could have) beaten the Blue Raiders. Note that in their only home game, the Owls beat UAB by double-digits, putting up 49 points in the process! As for Troy, one of it's wins came vs. Middle Tennessee State - and we already mentioned that the Owls could have easily beaten them too. The Trojans only other win came against 1AA Alcorn State - and FAU would have (obviously) won that one too. Just like FAU, when stepping up in class to face the Big 10 and Big 12, Troy has been beaten. Therefore, although this season's records are a big part of the reason for the Trojans being favored, they really aren't as different as they appear. Yes, the Trojans have "revenge" on their minds after last year's upset. But really, this game is arguably even bigger for the Owls, as their entire season is done if they lose here. Getting more than a field goal, I would like to hope that FAU is going to give their best effort and WIN the game outright. But why am I having such a hard time pulling the trigger to place the on them?? Someone help!!