Cincinnati Bearcats defeat Western Carolina Catamounts 62-10: Recap, Betting Results & AiQ Picks

Sat, Sep 12, 2026 · NCAAF · Western Carolina Catamounts 10, Cincinnati Bearcats 62

Cincinnati dominated Western Carolina 62–10 on Saturday at Nippert Stadium, with the Bearcats controlling the game from the opening drive and never allowing the Catamounts to mount a meaningful response.

Western Carolina Catamounts vs. Cincinnati Bearcats final score and game recap

Cincinnati scored on its first possession and never trailed. The Bearcats opened with 7 points in the first quarter while Western Carolina managed only a field goal. Cincinnati's offense accelerated in the second quarter, adding 21 points to build a 28–10 halftime lead. The third quarter proved decisive: Cincinnati scored 21 more points while holding Western Carolina scoreless, extending the margin to 49–10. A final 13-point fourth quarter sealed the 62–10 victory.

How did AiQ's Western Carolina Catamounts vs. Cincinnati Bearcats predictions do?

AiQ went 1–0 on all graded picks.

Western Carolina opened its season with a loss, falling to 0–1 overall and 0–1 on the road.

Cincinnati improved to 2–0 overall and 2–0 at home. The Bearcats covered the only recorded spread of their season and fell under the only recorded total, posting a 1–0 record against the spread and 0–1 on over/unders. Cincinnati has won its last two games.

What's next for Western Carolina Catamounts and Cincinnati Bearcats?

Cincinnati hosts Miami (OH) on Saturday, September 19.