The UTSA Roadrunners are gunning for their first-ever bowl win as they face the Marshall Thundering Herd in the Frisco Bowl tomorrow. With UTSA favored to win by 12 1/2 points, the stakes are high for Marshall, who is hoping to dodge its first losing season since 2016, as reported by KSAT.
The matchup is positioned to be an intense battle, with UTSA's strong defense looking to contain Marshall's offense. Despite being without AAC defensive player of the year Trey Moore, the Roadrunners' defense is expected to bring their A-game. Marshall has been significantly impacted by players entering the transfer portal, including their two-year starting quarterback and top receiver.
Senior QB Frank Harris is set to lead UTSA in his final college game, bringing a wealth of experience and stats to the table. With a staggering 14,007 total yards throughout his college career, he’s one to keep an eye on, according to AP News. On the other side, Marshall’s running back Rasheen Ali, who has rushed over 1,000 yards this season, is also someone who could potentially turn the tables in the game.
Facing off at 9 p.m. Eastern on ESPN, both teams are sure fired up for this contest. After a perfect start in their inaugural AAC season, UTSA will look to claim a victory to cap off an impressive year, despite missing out on the league's title game. Marshall, under new offensive coordinator Seth Doege, is hoping to rejuvenate their offense in the nick of time. Doege’s former success as Texas Tech QB lends some hope of strategic expertise to a team in desperate need of a win, as noted by AP News.
As the countdown to kickoff continues, one thing is crystal clear: both UTSA and Marshall have everything to play for in what promises to be a riveting Frisco Bowl showdown. Josh Cephus, UTSA's remarkable wide receiver who boasts a record-breaking reception streak, will aim to contribute to a hopeful Roadrunner victory. On the other hand, Marshall looks to overcome adversity and end their season on a high note, against all odds.
