Southern Miss Offense vs. Cincinnati Defense
The Golden Eagles' offense has seen its ups and downs this season due in large part to injuries. That said, one thing is clear; Southern Miss is at its best when it's able to establish the line of scrimmage and get RB Damion Fletcher in a groove. Fletcher is a tough in between-the-tackles runner who is averaging 119.3 rushing yards per game and has 15 rushing touchdowns. Only problem is it should be tough sledding for Fletcher as the Bearcats have been stingy against the run all year, allowing more than a 100 yards rushing in just three games. The Bearcat run defense is anchored up front by DT Terrill Byrd and DE Anthony Hoke, who have combined for 29½ tackles for losses. Behind them LB Corey Smith and DS Haruki Nakamura have also been big contributors. This does not bode well for the Eagles' as they have had not had success this year when forced to turn to their pass game.