AAC Football Predictions 2020

By Tyler Smith
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#1 UCF 12-0 (8-0)

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​Coach: Josh Heupel
Offensive Coordinator: Alex Golesh and Anthony Tucker
Defensive Coordinator:  Randy Shannon
Stadium: Spectrum Stadium (44,206)
​Last Five Year Win Totals
2019 10-3
2018 12-1
2017 13-0
​2016 6-7
2015 0-12

Top Returners

Offense
Passing
Dillon Gabriel, QB, SO
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Rushing
Otis Anderson, RB, SR

Receiving
Tre Nixon, WR, SR

Defense
Interceptions
Antwan Collier, S, SR

Sacks
Kenny Turnier, DT, SR
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Tackles
Richie Grant, S, SR

Unit Rankings

Unit Ranking
QB 1
RB 1
WR 1
OL 3
DL 2
LB 1
DB 2

Schedule

DATE OPPONENT Pick
Fri, Sep 4 vsNorth Carolina W
Sat, Sep 12 vsFlorida International W
Fri, Sep 18 @Georgia Tech W
Thu, Sep 24 @East Carolina W
Sat, Oct 3 vsTulsa W
Fri, Oct 16 @Memphis W
Sat, Oct 24 vsTulane W
Sat, Oct 31 @Houston W
Sat, Nov 7 vsFlorida A&M W
Sat, Nov 14 vsTemple W
Sat, Nov 21 vsCincinnati W
Fri, Nov 27 @South Florida W

Schedule Analysis

Biggest Game: UNC
Toughest Road Game: AT Memphis
Biggest Conference Game: AT Memphis

Star Player

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Dillon Gabriel, UCF

Quick Thoughts

UCF is the king of the conference once again. Dillon Gabriel emerged as the next big QB at UCF and Knight fans will be glad to have him around for at least another year. He will be well protected by a line that brings back 3 starters and adds a grad transfer, Marcus Tatum, who should start right away. Receiver won't be an issue with Tre Nixon, Marlon Williams and Jacob Harris back. Look for Jaylon Robinson to be a game changer. 
UCF will be strong again on defense. Eight starters are back including four from the secondary. This group allowed under 200 yards passing last season. Expect them to be a top 20 secondary in the county. Hard to find a true weakness on defense. The line returns a lot of experience and linebacker is in good hands with Eriq Gilyard.
12-0. That is where I have UCF this season. Key games will be UC, at Memphis and North Carolina. The Knights want to get back to their standard, AAC title and NY6 bid. And they will. 

#2 Memphis 11-1 (7-1)

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​Coach: Ryan Silverfield
Offensive Coordinator: Kevin Jones
Defensive Coordinator: Mike MacIntyre
Stadium: ​Liberty Bowl (58,325)
​​Last Five Year Win Totals
2019 12-2
​2018 8-6
2017 10-3
​2016 8-5
2015 9-4

Top Returners

​Offense
Passing
Brady White, QB, SR
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Rushing
Kenneth Gainwell, RB, SO

Receiving
Damonte Coxie, WR, SR

Defense
Interceptions
Sanzhez Blake Jr., S, SR,
and
Quindell Johnson, S, SO

Sacks
Joseph Dorceus, DE, SR
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Tackles
Sanchez Blake Jr., S, SR
and
Xavier Cullens, LB, JR

Unit Rankings

Unit Ranking
QB 3
RB 2
WR 4
OL 1
DL 4
LB 2
DB 3

Schedule 

DATE OPPONENT Pick
Sat, Sep 5 vsArkansas State W
Sat, Sep 12 @Purdue W
Sat, Sep 19 vsHouston W
Sat, Sep 26 @UTSA W
Thu, Oct 1 @SMU W
Fri, Oct 16 vsUCF L
Sat, Oct 24 vsTemple W
Sat, Oct 31 @Cincinnati W
Sat, Nov 7 vsSouth Florida W
Sat, Nov 14 @Navy W
Sat, Nov 21 vsUT Martin W
Sat, Nov 28 @Tulane W

Schedule Analysis

Biggest Game: UCF
Toughest Road Game: AT UC
Biggest Conference Game: ​UCF

Star Player

Quick Thoughts

This offense is going to be tough to stop once again. QB Brady White, WR Damonte Coxie, and RB Kenneth Gainwell all return after massive 2019 campaigns. Add in the top offensive line in the AAC and getting back to 40ppg should be no problem. 
The defense is in good hands with new DC Mike MacIntyre on board. MacIntyre has a lot of talent to work with too. The line brings back a wealth of experience with all three expected starters being seniors. The secondary has a top corner in T.J. Carter. Safety Sanchez Blake Jr. led the team in tackles and interceptions. Two starters return at linebacker my second rated LB unit in the AAC. 
I have one loss for Memphis this season, UCF. The schedule features a trip to West Lafayette this season which will be a good test, but one that the Tigers should win. Memphis has a  trip to SMU on the schedule, a team that UCF avoids. Top to bottom this team is ready to defend their AAC title. 

#3T Cincinnati 10-2 (6-2)

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Coach: Luke Fickell
Offensive Coordinator: Mike Denbrock
Defensive Coordinator: Marcus Freeman
Stadium: ​​Nippert Stadium (40,000)
​​​Last Five Year Win Totals
2019 11-3
​2018 11-2
2017 4-8
​2016 4-8
2015 7-6

Top Returners

​Offense
Passing
Desmon Ridder, QB, JR

Rushing
Desmond Ridder, QB, JR
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Receiving
Alec Pierce, WR, JR

Defense
Interceptions
Ja'von Hicks, S, JR

Sacks
Michael Pitts, DE, SR
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Tackles
Darrick Forrest, S, SR

Unit Rankings

Unit Ranking
QB 6
RB 4
WR 8
OL 2
DL 1
LB 4
DB 1

Schedule

DATE OPPONENT Pick
Thu, Sep 3 vsAustin Peay W
Fri, Sep 11 vsWestern Michigan W
Sat, Sep 19 @Miami (OH) W
Sat, Sep 26 @Nebraska W
Sat, Oct 3 vsSouth Florida W
Sat, Oct 17 @Tulsa W
Sat, Oct 24 @SMU W
Sat, Oct 31 vsMemphis L
Sat, Nov 7 vsHouston W
Thu, Nov 12 vsEast Carolina W
Sat, Nov 21 @UCF L
Sat, Nov 28 @Temple W

Schedule Analysis 

Biggest Game: AT UCF
Toughest Road Game: AT UCF
Biggest Conference Game: ​​AT UCF

Star Player

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James Wiggins, UC

Quick Thoughts

I need more out of Desmond Ridder for this team to be ahead of Memphis and UCF. Numbers trended down in many key categories. The Bearcats also fall short to UCF and Memphis at the skill positions. If they can find stability in Doaks and Ford at RB they should be in good shape. They will be running behind my second best line in the league. 
The defense is what will keep this team in games once again. The line is going to be a problem for every team they face this season. The secondary is going to be special with all four starters back and healthy. Another AAC team with at top 20 nationally secondary. Linebacker is the lone question mark, but they will be solid there. 
A trip to Lincoln, NE highlights the non-conference slate, a game that I have UC winning. AAC schedule is tough with trips to Temple, UCF, and SMU. They get Memphis at home. If the offense can improve in the passing game, they could jump into the top 2. 

#3T SMU 9-3 (6-2)

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Coach: Sonny Dykes
Offensive Coordinator: A.J. Ricker and Garrett Riley
Defensive Coordinator: Kevin Kane
Stadium: ​​​Gerald J. Ford Stadium (32,000)
​​​Last Five Year Win Totals
2019 10-3
2018 5-8
2017 7-6
​2016 5-7
2015 2-10

Top Returners

​Offense
Passing
Shane Buechele, QB, SR

Rushing
TJ McDaniel, RB, SO
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Receiving
Reggie Roberson Jr., WR, SR

Defense
Interceptions
Ar'mani Johnson, CB, JR

Sacks
Richard McBryde, LB, SR
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Tackles
Richard McDryde, LB, SR

Unit Rankings

Unit Ranking
QB 2
RB 10
WR 6
OL 5
DL 8
LB 4
DB 10

Schedule 

DATE OPPONENT Pick
Sat, Sep 5 @Texas State W
Sat, Sep 12 vsStephen F. Austin W
Sat, Sep 19 @North Texas W
Sat, Sep 26 vsTCU L
Thu, Oct 1 vsMemphis L
Sat, Oct 17 @Tulane W
Sat, Oct 24 vsCincinnati L
Sat, Oct 31 vsNavy W
Thu, Nov 5 @Temple W
Sat, Nov 14 @Tulsa W
Sat, Nov 21 vsHouston W
Sat, Nov 28 @East Carolina W

Schedule Analysis

Biggest Game: TCU
Toughest Road Game: At Temple
Biggest Conference Game: ​​​Memphis

Star Player

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Shane Buechele, SMU

Quick Thoughts

​Sam Buechele is back after a stellar 2019 season. One of his favorite targets, Reggie Roberson Jr, returns. Running back is the biggest downfall with the departures of Xavier Jones and Ke'Mon Freeman. Without a threat in the running game, this offense could take a step back. The line should help that attack with 4 of 5 starters back. 
Last season I thought the defense would take a big step forward. The Ponies posted their best season since 2012. Now, they weren't great, but serviceable. Creating sacks was their specialty last season as they ranked #1 in the AAC in that category. The Mustangs received great news when LB Richard McBryde was granted a 6th year of eligibility. The secondary has a chance to be better with a bit more experience back there. 
This team benefited from the AAC schedule last year by not having to play UCF. They got a gift again as they miss out on UCF and play Memphis and UC at home. With TCU at home this year, you might want to get season tickets. Don't be surprised if SMU gets to 10 wins with a bowl victory this season. 

#6T Houston 6-6 (4-4) 

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​Coach: Dana Holgerson
Offensive Coordinator: Shannon Jones, Brandon Jones
Defensive Coordinator:  Doug Belk, Joe Cauthen
Stadium: TDECU Stadium (40,000)
Last Five Year Win Totals
2019 4-8
​2018 8-5
​2017 7-5
​2016 9-4
2015 13-1

Top Returners

​Offense
Passing
Clayton Tune, QB, JR

Rushing
Kyle Porter, RB, SR
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Receiving
Marquez Stevenson, WR, SR

Defense
Interceptions
Damarion Williams, CB, SR

Sacks
David Anenih, DE, SR
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Tackles
Grant Stuard, LB, SR

Unit Rankings

Unit Ranking
QB 8
RB 6
WR 2
OL 7
DL 6
LB 10
DB 8

Schedule

DATE OPPONENT Pick
Thu, Sep 3 vsRice W
Sat, Sep 12 @Washington State L
Sat, Sep 19 @Memphis L
Sat, Sep 26 vsNorth Texas W
Thu, Oct 8 vsTulane W
Fri, Oct 16 @BYU L
Sat, Oct 24 @Navy W
Sat, Oct 31 vsUCF L
Sat, Nov 7 @Cincinnati L
Sat, Nov 14 vsSouth Florida W
Sat, Nov 21 @SMU L
Sat, Nov 28 vsTulsa W

Schedule Analysis

Biggest Game: At SMU
Toughest Road Game: At Memphis
Biggest Conference Game: ​AT SMU

Star Player

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Marquez Stevenson, Houston

Quick Thoughts

2019 was ugly. Houston fans have already erased that season from their memory. They went from 43ppg to 30ppg. Biggest question is if Kyle Tune is the guy at QB. He has the weapons at WR to have success. Marquez Stevenson is one of the best in the league. The offensive line was banged up all year, they can't afford a repeat of that this year. Running back should be fine with Porter and Car returning. 
Last season was another sluggish season for the defense. Stopping the pass was difficult for Houston as they allowed 288.4ypg last year. Four P5 transfer have arrived to solve that problem...hopefully. Linebacker won't be as bad as my 10th rated unit. (very tight unit race). The line should be strong with both DE returning. 
Houston is in such a weird spot now. They looked like a team that could compete for the AAC title every year to now a team that is limbo of falling behind. Memphis, UCF, SMU and UC are all on the schedule this year. 6-6 would be a positive. 

#6T Temple 7-5 (6-6)

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Coach:  Rod Carey
Offensive Coordinator: Mike Uremovich
Defensive Coordinator: Jeff Knowles
Stadium: Lincoln Financial Field
​​​Last Five Year Win Totals
2019 8-5
​2018 8-5
2017 7-6
​2016 10-4
​2015 10-4

Top Returners

Offense
Passing
Anthony Russo, QB, SR

Rushing
Re'Mahn Davis, RB, SO
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Receiving
Jadan Blue, WR, JR

Defense
Interceptions
Christian Braswell, CB, JR

Sacks
Ifeanyi Maijeh, DT, JR
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Tackles
Amir Tyler, S, SR

Unit Rankings

Unit Ranking
QB 7
RB 5
WR 7
OL 4
DL 5
LB 8
DB 5

Schedule

DATE OPPONENT Pick
Sat, Sep 5 @Miami L
Sat, Sep 12 vsIdaho W
Sat, Sep 19 vsRutgers W
Sat, Sep 26 @Navy W
Sat, Oct 10 @UMass W
Sat, Oct 17 vsSouth Florida W
Sat, Oct 24 @Memphis L
Sat, Oct 31 @Tulane W
Thu, Nov 5 vsSMU L
Sat, Nov 14 @UCF L
Sat, Nov 21 vsEast Carolina W
Sat, Nov 28 vsCincinnati L

Schedule Analysis

Biggest Game: Rutgers
Toughest Road Game: AT UCF
Biggest Conference Game: ​SMU

Star Player

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Jadan Blue, Temple

Quick Thoughts

This year's offense will improve on the 26.3ppg they put up last season. They are strong at both RB and WR with Jaden Blue (WR) and Re'Mahn Davis (RB) returning. The two combined for over 2,000 yards. Anthony Russo is back under center. With two years under his belt he should be primed for a big season. If he can find consistency and cut down on INTs this offense could soar. 
Temple consistently puts out a strong defense. This year might be a tough year to keep that trend alive. They lose seven starters including several that moved on to the NFL. DE will be a challenge to replace as well as linebacker. Upfront they do have strength and depth at DT. The secondary could end up being the strength of this side of the ball with two starters back and depth. 
Temple has a tough slate this year. Road games at Miami, Memphis, and UCF will be difficult. Despite the tough schedule this team should find its way to a bowl game. 

#6T Tulsa 6-6 (4-4)

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Coach: Philip Montgomery
Offensive Coordinator: Philip Montgomery
Defensive Coordinator: Joseph Gillespie
Stadium: H. A. Chapman Stadium
​​​Last Five Year Win Totals
2019 4-8
​2018 3-9
2017 2-10
2016 10-3
​2015 6-7

Top Returners

Offense
Passing
Zach Smith, QB, SR

Rushing
Shamari Brooks, RB, SR
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Receiving
Keylon Stokes, WR, SR
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Defense
Interceptions
Cristian Williams, SR, NB

Sacks
Zaven Collins, LB, JR
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Tackles
​Zaven Collins, LB, JR

Unit Rankings

Unit Ranking
QB 5
RB 3
WR 3
OL 8
DL 10
LB 11
DB 11

Schedule

DATE OPPONENT Pick
Sat, Sep 5 vsToledo W
Sat, Sep 12 @Oklahoma State L
Sat, Sep 19 vsNorthwestern State W
Sat, Sep 26 @Arkansas State L
Sat, Oct 3 @UCF L
Sat, Oct 17 vsCincinnati L
Fri, Oct 23 @South Florida W
Fri, Oct 30 vsEast Carolina W
Sat, Nov 7 @Navy W
Sat, Nov 14 vsSMU L
Sat, Nov 21 vsTulane W
Sat, Nov 28 @Houston L

Schedule Analysis

Biggest Game: Toledo
Toughest Road Game: AT UCF
Biggest Conference Game: At USF

Star Player

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Keylon Stokes, Tulsa

Quick Thoughts

I love this offense! The only thing that could hinder their ability to be elite on this side of the ball is the offensive line. Last season they gave up 39 sacks. If they can improve, QB Zach Smith should be able to surpass 3,500 yards and 30 TDs. He has the weapons at WR to do it. Same Crawford Jr. and Keylon Stokes are one of the best duos in the league. Add in the running attack of Shamari Brooks and Corey Taylor and you have a dynamic offense. Again, o-line please be better this season.
Here's the biggest concern headed into 2020, the defense. The struggle was real, allowing 31ppg. Only 3 starters return from that squad. OLB Zaven Collins is the star of the defense. They need a lot of players to emerge this season in order to improve on last years numbers, I'm not sure that happens. 
If the defense can just keep things from getting out of control, the offense should be able to pull out some games for Tulsa. The season opener vs Toledo will be a good barometer of where this team is. The schedule has Memphis off it and UC and SMU at home. They will see a bowl game in 2020, book it. 

#8 ECU 6-6 (3-5)

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​Coach: Mike Houston
Offensive Coordinator: Donnie Kirkpatrick
Defensive Coordinator: Blake Harrell
Stadium: Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium (50,000)
​​​Last Five Year Win Totals
2019 4-8
​2018 3-9
2017 3-9
​2016 3-9
2015 5-7

Top Returners

Offense
Passing
Holton Ahlers, QB, JR

Rushing
Demetrius Mauney, RB, SO
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Receiving
C.J. Johnson, SO, WR

Defense
Interceptions
Tank Robinson, S, S

Sacks
Chance Purvis, DE, SR
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Tackles
Xavier Smith, LB, JR

Unit Rankings

Unit Ranking
QB 4
RB 11
WR 5
OL 9
DL 11
LB 6
DB 7

Schedule

DATE OPPONENT Pick
Sat, Aug 29 vsMarshall W
Sat, Sep 12 @South Carolina L
Sat, Sep 19 vsNorfolk State W
Thu, Sep 24 vsUCF L
Sat, Oct 3 @Georgia State W
Sat, Oct 10 @South Florida W
Sat, Oct 17 vsNavy W
Fri, Oct 30 @Tulsa L
Sat, Nov 7 vsTulane W
Thu, Nov 12 @Cincinnati L
Sat, Nov 21 @Temple L
Sat, Nov 28 vsSMU L

Schedule Analysis

Biggest Game: Marshall
Toughest Road Game: At UC
Biggest Conference Game: ​At USF

Star Player

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Holton Ahlers, ECU

Quick Thoughts

I really wanted to put ECU higher in the rankings, but I had to hold back. The offense is in good hands with Holton Ahlers at QB. This guys just makes plays. He will have all three starters returning at WR including standout, C.J. Johnson. Running back and offensive line are what held me back on my standings prediction. The line has potential, RB looks to be down this season. The key for this team will be to convert on red zone trips into to TDs. Last season they ranked last in the AAC in Red Zone TD conversion. 
The defense was oathetic last season. They ranked 10th or worse in the AAC in nearly all categories. However, I see improvement on the horizon. The linebacking unit returns all three starters and will be the top unit on the team. The line is the worst unit on the team. They have to have a better push this season after not being able to stop the run a year ago. The secondary has a chance to be one of the better units in the AAC. 
ECU will open up the season hosting Marshall. This will be a big for ECU. If they can get the W, This Pirate team will end up in a bowl. 

#9T Tulane 3-9 (1-7)

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Coach: Willie Fritz
Offensive Coordinator: Will Hall
Defensive Coordinator: Jack Curtis
Stadium: ​Yulman Stadium (30,000)
​​​Last Five Year Win Totals
2019 7-6
​2018 7-6
​2017 5-7
​2016 3-9
2015 3-9

Top Returners

Offense
Passing
Keon Howard, QB, SR

Rushing
Corey Dauphine, RB, SR
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Receiving
Amare Jones, SB, JR

Defense
Interceptions
Larry Brooks, S, JR

Sacks
Patrick Johnson, LB, SR
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Tackles
Chase Kuerschen, S, SR

Unit Rankings

Unit Ranking
QB 9
RB 8
WR 9
OL 6
DL 3
LB 3
DB 6

Schedule

DATE OPPONENT Pick
Thu, Sep 3 vsSE Louisiana W
Sat, Sep 12 @Northwestern L
Sat, Sep 19 vsNavy W
Sat, Sep 26 @Mississippi State L
Thu, Oct 8 @Houston L
Sat, Oct 17 vsSMU L
Sat, Oct 24 @UCF L
Sat, Oct 31 vsTemple L
Sat, Nov 7 @East Carolina L
Sat, Nov 14 vsArmy W
Sat, Nov 21 @Tulsa L
Sat, Nov 28 vsMemphis L

Schedule Analysis

Biggest Game: At Northwestern
Toughest Road Game: AT UCF
Biggest Conference Game: ​​Navy

Star Player

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Patrick Johnson, Tulane

Quick Thoughts

I'm a little nervous about this pick. The offense has me concerned. Last years team is better than this one will be. Keon Howard is the likely starter. He had up and downs at Southern Miss and was benched 3 times. It is hard to believe he is going to flip the switch this season. The running attack will be one of the best in the AAC, but I'm not sure that is enough to get them over the hump this season. 
The defense is stacked and ready to keep Tulane in games. Expect the line and linebackers to bounce back this season after a bit of a disappointing 2019 season. LB Patrick Johnson is ready to make big impacts again now that he is fully recovered. With such a strong front 6 the secondary should be in good shape. 
Tulane has a tough road ahead to get to 7 wins again. Don't be surprised if they start the first half of the season with just two wins or less. This is my biggest wild card in the AAC, this will be a deciding year for Willie Fritz and Tulane. 

#9T Navy 3-9 (1-7)

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Coach: Ken Niumatalolo 
Offensive Coordinator: Ivin Jasper
Defensive Coordinator: Brian Newberry
Stadium: ​Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium (34,000)
​​​Last Five Year Win Totals
2019 11-2
2018 3-10
​2017 7-6
2016 9-5
​2015 11-2

Top Returners 

Offense
Passing
CJ Williams, QB, SR

Rushing
Jamale Carothers, RB, JR
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Receiving
Mychal Cooper, WR, JR

Defense
Interceptions
3 Tied with 2

Sacks
Diego Fagot, LB, JR
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Tackles
Diego Fagot, LB, JR

Unit Rankings

Unit Ranking
QB 11
RB 7
WR 11
OL 10
DL 7
LB 9
DB 9

Schedule

DATE OPPONENT Pick
Sat, Aug 29 vsNotre Dame* L
Sat, Sep 12 vsLafayette W
Sat, Sep 19 @Tulane L
Sat, Sep 26 vsTemple L
Sat, Oct 3 @Air Force L
Sat, Oct 17 @East Carolina L
Sat, Oct 24 vsHouston L
Sat, Oct 31 @SMU L
Sat, Nov 7 vsTulsa L
Sat, Nov 14 vsMemphis L
Sat, Nov 21 @South Florida W
Sat, Dec 12 vsArmy * W

Schedule Analysis

Biggest Game: Army
Toughest Road Game: At Air Force
Biggest Conference Game: ​​​At Tulane

Star Player

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Diego Fagot, Navy

Quick Thoughts

-I will admit, I missed on Navy last season. Many did. But here I am again having them at 3 wins. Without Malcolm Perry at QB and no spring practice it is hard to see 2020 being successful for Navy. Add in replacing 3 starters on the line too. The skill spots are in good shape, but if QB and o-line aren't clicking it won't matter. 
Navy had a strong defense last season. They did lose several of their top players from last years team though. All eyes will be on Mike Flowers at NT to see if he can fill that void. The key for this Navy D is winning the turnover battle which they did last season. They could be put in more tough spots this season with a struggling Navy offene though. 
The conference schedule is favorable with UC and UCF off the slate. The non-conference schedule is brutal with Notre Dame and at Air Force. Army is on the slate as well in what should be a more competitive game this year. I see 6 wins max. I have the Midshipmen winning 3 though. 

#11 USF 1-11 (0-8)

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Coach: Jeff Scott
Offensive Coordinator: Charlie Weis Jr. 
Defensive Coordinator: Glenn Spencer
Stadium: ​​Raymond James Stadium (65,618)
​​​​Last Five Year Win Totals
2019 4-8 
​2018 7-6
2017 10-2
2016 11-2
2015 8-5

Top Returners

Offense
Passing
Jordan McCloud, QB, SO

Rushing
Kelley Joiner, RB, SO
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Receiving
Randall St. Felix, WR, JR
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Defense
Interceptions
KJ Sails, CB, SR

Sacks
Antonio Grier, LB, JR

Tackles
Dwayne Boyles, LB, JR

Unit Rankings

Unit Ranking
QB 10
RB 9
WR 10
OL 11
DL 9
LB 7
DB 4

Schedule 

DATE OPPONENT Pick
Sat, Sep 5 @Texas L
Sat, Sep 12 vsBethune-Cookman W
Sat, Sep 19 vsNevada L
Sat, Sep 26 @Florida Atlantic L
Sat, Oct 3 @Cincinnati L
Sat, Oct 10 vsEast Carolina L
Sat, Oct 17 @Temple L
Fri, Oct 23 vsTulsa L
Sat, Nov 7 @Memphis L
Sat, Nov 14 @Houston L
Sat, Nov 21 vsNavy L
Fri, Nov 27 vsUCF L

Schedule Analysis

Biggest Game: Nevada
Toughest Road Game: At Texas
Biggest Conference Game: ECU

Star Player

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Dwayne Boyles, USF

Quick Thoughts

Jeff Scott enters as the HC. He missed out on Spring practice which would have benefited the Bulls in a big way. They had the worst offense in the AAC last season and will again this season. They have questions marks up and down the roster. This year will be to build for next season. Simple as that. 
The defense does have some strong points in the secondary and at LB. The front will need to have more of an impact this season. Last season USF gave up 208ypg on the ground. 
The good news is Bethune-Cookman is on the schedule for a W. The bad news is I don't see many coming after that game.