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Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks at UAB Blazers NCAAF Prediction, Picks & Odds for Sept. 12, 2026
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The UAB Blazers will be defending their home field for the first time this season when they go up against the Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks on Saturday at 3:30 p.m. ET at Protective Stadium (Birmingham, Ala.). Both teams took a loss in their last game, so they'll have plenty of motivation to get the "W."
UAB is headed into its home opener looking to turn things around after starting the season on the road. The game between the Blazers and Illinois Fighting Illini in Week 1 wasn't a total blowout, but with UAB falling 42-23, it was darn close to turning into one.
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Quarterback Ryder Burton provided a bright spot in the loss, rushing for 38 yards and one touchdown while also throwing for 219 yards and a TD with one INT.
UAB couldn't break through the O-line and finished the game with no sacks. The Blazers have managed at most two sacks in each of their last five games, dating back to last season.
Meanwhile, Louisiana-Monroe's recent rough patch became a bit rougher in Week 1 with its ninth straight defeat dating back to last season. The Warhawks were dealt a punishing 62-13 loss at the hands of the Mississippi State Bulldogs. They were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 41-3.
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Louisiana-Monroe's defeat shouldn't obscure the performances of quarterback Austin Carlisle, who threw for 73 yards and one touchdown, and running back Derrick Jameson, who rushed for 18 yards.
UAB's loss dropped the Blazers to 0-1. Louisiana-Monroe's defeat left the Warhawks with an identical 0-1 record.
Going forward, UAB is the favorite in this one, with the Blazers expected to win by 9.5 points. They finished last season with a mediocre 4-8 record against the spread, so bettors beware.
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How to Watch Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks at UAB Blazers
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Date:Sept. 12, 2026
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Time:3:30 p.m. ET
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Venue:Protective Stadium (Birmingham, Ala.)
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TV: ESPN+
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Streaming:Stream on Disney+
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Buy tickets:Buy Warhawks at Blazers tickets on Gametime
Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks at UAB Blazers Odds, Line and Spread
Betting lines as of 09/11/2026 at 2:37 PM ET. Odds subject to change. Bet with bet365 .
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Moneyline (ML):Blazers -383 | Warhawks +290
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Against the spread (ATS):Blazers -9.5 (-110) | Warhawks +9.5 (-110)
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Over/Under (O/U):54.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)
Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks vs. UAB Blazers Against the Spread and Over/Under
ATS Trends
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UAB: failed to cover in 3 straight games as the favorite
Over/Under Trends
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UAB: over hit in 5 straight games outside of the conference (71.0 avg. points)
Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks vs. UAB Blazers ATS and Over/Under Records
Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks
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This season: 0-1 ATS, 1-0 over/under
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Last season: 4-7 ATS, 6-5 over/under
UAB Blazers
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This season: 1-0 ATS, 1-0 over/under
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Last season: 4-8 ATS, 7-5 over/under
Players to Watch in Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks vs. UAB Blazers
Warhawks Players to Watch
Nic Trujillo Previous Game: 0 rec yards, 0 rec
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Led team in receiving touchdowns last season
Aidan Armenta Previous Game: 67 pass yards, 10-of-16 passing
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Led team in passing yards last season
Prediction for Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks vs. UAB Blazers on Sept. 12, 2026
Warhawks 31 – Blazers 27
ATS Lean: Warhawks
UAB may be favored at home, but we expect Louisiana-Monroe to keep this within the 9.5-point spread and have a real chance to win outright.
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This story was originally published by Athlon Sports on Sep 12, 2026, where it first appeared in the College Football section. Add Athlon Sports as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
