SportsLine's model simulated Tuesday's Florida International Panthers vs. Sam Houston Bearkats matchup 10,000 times

Sam Houston is one of the country's top rushing offenses and the Panthers are one of the worst at stopping it. The Bearkats will run roughshod over FIU, and if dual-threat Watson suits up, they can clear the total by themselves.

The Sam Houston Bearkats hit the road for a battle with the Florida International Panthers to start off Week 9. Here's what you need to know ahead of kickoff.

Sam Houston (6-2, 3-1) became bowl eligible in the program’s first year of eligibility since making the move to FBS from FCS two seasons ago. The Kats also doubled their win total from last year when it went 3-9. After a scoreless first half, Sam Houston's Jaylon Jimmerson blocked a punt and returned it 10 yards to the FIU 3-yard line.

The Sam Houston State Bearkats face the Florida International Panthers with Week 9 of the season getting underway early with this Tuesday showdown.

Why FIU Will Win. It’s all on the defense to force enough takeaways to overcome the other problems. There’s been a steady str

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