Florida Atlantic’s hopes of repeating as Conference USA champs were already dimming, with two conference losses. Now, the Owls dropped what may turn out to be a key game in determining bowl eligibility.
Trotting out backup quarterback Rafe Peavey in a game-time decision to start the grad student over redshirt freshman Chris Robison, who has been hobbled by an ankle injury, FAU lost 21-13 against Louisiana Tech at FAU Stadium on Friday night.
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The Owls (3-5, 1-3 C-USA), who squandered their 10-game home win streak, dominated in the running game, outgaining the Bulldogs 227-97 on the ground.