Week three in Conference USA provided somewhat of a mixed bag during the final weekend of non-conference games as teams now set their sights on league play. Of the 10 conference teams that saw action, four took home victories which included Rice’s upset of Louisiana after entering the game as heavy underdogs and Chris Reynolds’ return spurred Charlotte to their first win of the season over Georgia State. However, there were a few disappointing performances by programs who will look to right the ship quickly to prevent their seasons from getting away from them.
Florida Atlantic’s much-hyped matchup with in-state foe UCF saw the Owls race out to an early first quarter lead in front of a sold-out FAU Stadium.