The Charlotte 49ers (0-5) visit the North Texas Mean Green (3-2) on Saturday, October 10, 2026 at DATCU Stadium, Denton, TX. Kickoff is scheduled for 3:30 PM ET, and the game airs on ESPN+ (streaming). DraftKings lists the spread at UNT -27.5 with a total of 59.5; moneylines are Charlotte +1600 · North Texas -4000. Below is our Charlotte vs North Texas preview with the latest odds, point spread, moneyline, over/under, kickoff time, TV channel and where to watch, plus a look at each team’s season so far, head coach and key players. Lines may move before kickoff.
Charlotte vs North Texas Odds, Spread, Kickoff Time & TV
| Matchup detail | Line / info |
|---|---|
| Matchup | Charlotte at North Texas |
| Records | Charlotte 0-5 · North Texas 3-2 |
| Spread | UNT -27.5 |
| Moneyline | Charlotte +1600 · North Texas -4000 |
| Total | 59.5 |
| Venue | DATCU Stadium, Denton, TX |
| Date/Time | Saturday, October 10, 2026 · 3:30 PM ET |
| TV / How to Watch | ESPN+ (streaming) |
| Head Coaches | Charlotte: HC Tim Albin, OC Todd Fitch · North Texas: HC Neal Brown, OC Mike Bloesch |
Charlotte Preview: Season So Far, Coach & Key Players
Season so far: The Charlotte 49ers are 0-5 overall, 0-1 in American play. Results to date: Sep 5 — L 43-41 vs The Citadel; Sep 12 — L 41-9 at Ole Miss; Sep 19 — L 26-21 at App State; Sep 26 — L 34-7 vs Louisiana; Oct 3 — L 59-8 vs Memphis. Most recently, Charlotte lost to Memphis 59-8 at home. Through 5 games, Charlotte is averaging 17.2 points scored and 40.6 points allowed per game.
Head coach: Tim Albin (head coach since 2025). Offensive coordinator: Todd Fitch. Defensive coordinator: Nate Faanes.
Key players (2026 season stats):
- Passing leader: Cole Gonzales (QB) — 79/127, 802 yards, 3 TD, 7 INT
- Rushing leader: Khamani Alexander (RB) — 44 carries, 201 yards, 3 TD
- Receiving leader: Jaden Barnes (WR) — 26 receptions, 249 yards
- Sacks leader: Collin Gill (DB) — 2 sacks
- Tackles leader: Gavin Willis (LB) — 42 total tackles
Strengths: The production of Cole Gonzales (79/127, 802 yards, 3 TD, 7 INT). Questions: A defense giving up 40.6 points per game; an offense averaging 17.2 points per game; ball security at quarterback (7 interceptions for Cole Gonzales).
North Texas Preview: Season So Far, Coach & Key Players
Season so far: The North Texas Mean Green are 3-2 overall, 1-0 in American play. Results to date: Sep 5 — L 52-16 at Indiana; Sep 12 — W 44-6 vs UNLV; Sep 19 — L 49-35 at Texas State; Sep 26 — W 63-14 vs Houston Christian; Oct 1 — W 45-44 at Tulsa. Most recently, North Texas beat Tulsa 45-44 on the road. Through 5 games, North Texas is averaging 40.6 points scored and 33.0 points allowed per game.
Head coach: Neal Brown (first season in charge). Offensive coordinator: Mike Bloesch. Defensive coordinators: Bradley Dale Peveto / Matt Powledge.
Key players (2026 season stats):
- Passing leader: Tayven Jackson (QB) — 119/167, 1,519 yards, 10 TD, 4 INT
- Rushing leader: Jahiem White (RB) — 84 carries, 582 yards, 8 TD
- Receiving leader: Justin Stevenson (WR) — 24 receptions, 331 yards, 3 TD
- Sacks leader: Davion Rhodes (DL) — 2 sacks
- Tackles leader: CJ Coombes (S) — 42 total tackles
Strengths: An offense scoring 40.6 points per game; Tayven Jackson’s passing volume (1,519 yards); Jahiem White’s production on the ground (582 rushing yards). Questions: A defense giving up 33.0 points per game.
How to Watch Charlotte vs North Texas
- Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026
- Kickoff: 3:30 PM ET
- Venue: DATCU Stadium, Denton, TX
- TV / Streaming: ESPN+ (streaming)
Odds: DraftKings lines reported via ESPN on October 5, 2026. Lines may move before kickoff. Records, results and season stats via ESPN; coaching staffs per 2026 staff listings. This page is an informational matchup preview only.