This Friday’s matchup between the Army Black Knights and Temple Owls sets up as a close contest. Army comes in at 1-1, while Temple is 1-2. The odds reflect a tight game, with Army favored by 3 points on the road. That means if you bet on Army to cover the spread, they need to win by more than 3 for you to cash. The -115 price on Army’s spread bet means you’d risk $115 to win $100, while the Owls at +3 come with slightly better odds at -105.
Looking at the moneyline, Army is the favorite at -162. This means a $162 bet would net $100 if they win outright. Temple’s underdog moneyline sits at +136, offering a nice return if they pull off the upset. The total points line is set at 47.5, with the over slightly less favored at -118 compared to the under at -102. This suggests sportsbooks expect a moderately scoring game but see a little more value on the under.
Given the close spread and records, this game could hinge on a few key plays. Army's slight edge on the road and better record make them a reasonable pick to win, but the odds show it won’t be easy. If you like points, laying 3 with Army is the safer route. For a bigger payout, taking Temple plus the points or on the moneyline might be worth considering. The total suggests a balanced game, so lean under if you expect a defensive battle.