Charlotte 49ers Favored Over Struggling UTSA Roadrunners

College basketball betting expert predicts 49ers to cover large spread at home

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

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Sports gambling expert Jeff Fox is backing the Charlotte 49ers to cover a 14.5-point spread at home against the struggling UTSA Roadrunners in a Sunday college basketball matchup. The Roadrunners have lost 17 straight games and are one of the worst teams in the nation, while the 49ers are near the top of the American Athletic Conference standings.

Why it matters

This game represents an opportunity for bettors to capitalize on a significant mismatch between a strong home team and a struggling road squad. The large spread indicates oddsmakers expect the 49ers to win handily, providing value for those willing to lay the points.

The details

The UTSA Roadrunners enter the game with a dismal 4-20 overall record and 0-12 mark in conference play. They rank near the bottom of Division I in both offensive and defensive efficiency. In contrast, the Charlotte 49ers are 7-4 in the American Athletic Conference and have been competitive against quality opponents. Fox believes the 49ers will take care of business at home and cover the 14.5-point spread.

  • The game tips off at 12:00 PM EST on Sunday, February 15, 2026.

The players

UTSA Roadrunners

A struggling college basketball team with a 4-20 overall record and 0-12 mark in conference play, making them one of the worst teams in the nation.

Charlotte 49ers

A competitive college basketball team near the top of the American Athletic Conference standings, with a 7-4 record in conference play.

Jeff Fox

A sports gambling expert and analyst who is backing the Charlotte 49ers to cover the 14.5-point spread against the UTSA Roadrunners.

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What they’re saying

“I'm much more confident in this game, as the UTSA Roadrunners visit the Charlotte 49ers.”

— Jeff Fox, Sports Gambling Expert (sportsgamblingpodcast.com)

“My line for this game is Charlotte -20, so I expect the 49ers to cover at home.”

— Jeff Fox, Sports Gambling Expert (sportsgamblingpodcast.com)

What’s next

Bettors will be watching to see if the Charlotte 49ers can take care of business at home and cover the large spread against the struggling UTSA Roadrunners.

The takeaway

This game represents an opportunity for bettors to capitalize on a significant mismatch between a strong home team and a struggling road squad. The large spread indicates oddsmakers expect the 49ers to win handily, providing value for those willing to lay the points.