The Charlotte 49ers have made strides toward being a complete team under head coach Biff Poggi. Eyeing a potential bowl game in 2024, the 49ers match up well against most of the AAC teams on their schedule.
Tulane vs. Charlotte Prediction
The 49ers have a 17.4%winning probability against Tulane, which is indicated in our final score prediction of 41-20 in favor of the Green Wave.
MORE: Full Tulane vs. Charlotte Prediction
Week 10 Depth Chart
Offensive 2-Deep
QB
#1 Max Brown, R-So.
#15 DeShawn Purdie, Fr.
RB
#5 Cartevious Norton, Jr.
#0 Terron Kellman, R-So.
WR
#2 Isaiah Myers, R-So.
#9 O’Mega Blake, R-Jr.
WR
#8 Sean Brown, R-Sr.
#88 Miles Burris, Fr.
WR
#3 Jarius Mack, R-Jr.
#4 Justin Olson, Gr.
LTE
#81 Jake Clemons, R-Sr.
#86 Bryce Kennon, R-Sr.
RTE
#18 Colin Weber, R-Jr.
#35 Joey Bearns III, R-Jr.
LT
#79 Jordan Herman, R-So.
#72 Dominick Kelley, R-Fr.
LG
#66 Jordan Spasojevic-Moko, R-Jr.
#56 Andrew Adair, R-Jr.
C
#52 Jonny King, R-Sr.
#76 Isaiah Bullerdick, R-So.
RG
#77 Mitchell Mayes, Sr.
#65 Boston Brinkley, R-So.
RT
#53 Kendall Stanley, R-So.
#74 Tyler Gibson, R-So.
Defensive 2-Deep
DE
#91 Drew Butler, Gr.
#99 Dre Martin, R-So.
NT
#23 Charlies Jackson, R-Sr.
#88 Katron Evans, R-Jr.
DT
#90 Dez Morgan, R-Sr.
#55 Colin Coates, So.
DE
#11 Stone Handy, R-Sr.
#17 Mike Kelly-Lawson, R-Sr.
WLB
#10 Ositadinma Ekwonu, R-Sr.
#3 Demon Clowney, R-Sr.
MLB
#25 Prince Wallace-Bemah, R-Sr.
#8 Cam Burden, R-Jr.
SLB
#40 Reid Williford, R-So.
#42 Jonathon Okate, R-So.
LCB
#1 Dontae Balfour, R-Jr.
#20 Trevon Booker, R-Sr.
RCB
#16 Elijah Culp, R-Jr.
#30 Derrick Edwards, R-Jr.
FS
#6 Ja’Qurious Conley, R-Jr.
#32 Mordecai McDaniel, R-Jr.
SS
#0 Al-Ma’hi Ali, R-Jr.
#29 Maguire Neal, Jr.
Special Teams 2-Deep
Punter
#96 Michael O’Shaughnessy, Gr.
#95 Bronson Long, R-So.
Placekicker
#94 Kyle Conanan, So.
#99 Stephen Rusnak, R-Jr.
Kickoff Specialist
#99 Stephen Rusnak, R-Jr.
#94 Kyle Conanan, So.
Long Snapper
#54 Adam Booker, R-So.
#50 Zach Billings, R-Jr,
Holder
#96 Michael O’Shaughnessy, Gr.
Kick Returner
#21 Henry Rutledge, R-Jr.
#38 Hahsaun Wilson, R-Jr.
Punt Returner
#21 Henry Rutledge, R-Jr.
#3 Jairus Mack, R-Jr.
Charlotte Injury Report
Though RB CJ Stokes is out for the year, the biggest bit of news is WR Justin Olson continues to be hobbled by a leg injury. Olson is considered questionable at best as he hasn’t played since Week 2 against North Carolina. The Middle Tennessee transfer has logged just two catches after hauling in 42 receptions and 440 yards a year ago with the Blue Raiders.
MORE: CFN Exclusive NCAAF Injury Report Tracker for all 134 Teams
Charlotte Draft Prospects
The Charlotte draft prospects begin on offense with former Iowa State RB Cartevious Norton headlining the group in the backfield. Their defensive prospects, however, are more numerous.
Charlotte RB Cartevious Norton Draft Profile
Norton ran the rock for almost identical figures during his time at Iowa State and has already set career-highs in a split-backfield role with Charlotte. He’s found his groove as the season has gone along and presents a long-shot to be drafted at this point, but has plenty of elusiveness and balance through contact to warrant a shot in the NFL once that time comes.
2026 NFL Draft Projection: Priority UDFA
Charlotte WR O’Mega Blake Draft Profile
A well-rounded receiver with plenty of skills along the route tree, O’Mega Blake has set career-highs in most major receiving categories in Year 1 with the 49ers. A former South Carolina transfer, Blake has an NFL pedigree and a next-level frame.
MORE: Take the CFN Mock Draft Simulator for a spin!
He’s got sure hands but may lack top-end traits of an NFL WR.
2025 NFL Draft Projection: UDFA
Charlotte TE Colin Weber Draft Profile
Colin Weber doesn’t get enough credit, mainly because he has yet to score a collegiate touchdown with Charlotte. However, he’s a well-rounded tight end capable of making plays on the ground with his run-blocking and a more than adequate pass protector. A lifetime 10.0-plus-yard receiver, Weber is an NFL Draft sleeper.
2025 NFL Draft Projection: Round 7/Priority UDFA
Charlotte OG Jordan Spasojevic-Moko Draft Profile
A former three-year player with Texas A&M, Jordan Spasojevic-Moko has made the most of his opportunities with Charlotte in 2024. At 6’6″ and 340 pounds, Spasojevic-Moko has shown he can move laterally well enough to warrant a look at the next level (albeit a long shot) and has the chops in pass protection to stand up against strong interior defenders all the same.
2025 NFL Draft Projection: UDFA
Charlotte OG Mitchell Mayes Draft Profile
After four years of spot duty with Clemson, Mitchell Mayes has started every game for Charlotte in 2024 and showcased some important improvements in his game in doing so. Like his fellow Power Five transfer guard Spasojevic-Moko, Mayes has shown he can move well in both facets and at least deserves a shot at making the 53-man roster in the NFL next fall.
2025 NFL Draft Projection: UDFA
Charlotte DE Demon Clowney Draft Profile
With a name like Demon Clowney, it’s fair to say we all rooted for the cousin of former No. 1 overall pick Jadeveon Clowney to blow up at the college level. However, after three years at Ole Miss and a struggling season in 2024, Demon’s NFL Draft prospects are trending downward. At his best, he has high-end potential in strictly pass-rushing situations and likely gets a show because of his recruiting and family pedigree.
2025 NFL Draft Projection: Round 7
Charlotte CB Dontae Balfour Draft Profile
At 6’2″ and 185 pounds, Dontae Balfour has the size and speed combination that NFL GMs are starting to crave on the outside. Balfour exploded onto the scene with Charlotte in 2023, after spending two years at North Carolina in spot duty with the Tar Heels. This season, he’s shown the same abilities to lock down in coverage and limit even the simplest of completions.
2025 NFL Draft Projection: Rounds 5-7
Charlotte CB Elijah Culp Draft Profile
Former Austin Peay and Troy cornerback Elijah Culp has played arguably his best football in 2024 with Charlotte. Playing opposite Balfour has seen a bevy of targets come Culp’s way, and he’s done a terrific job of playing his defenders when in man coverage. Culp projects as a nickel defensive back on passing downs in the NFL, lowering his value just a bit.
2025 NFL Draft Projection: Priority UDFA
Charlotte SAF Al’Ma’Hi Ali Draft Profile
A hard-hitting safety who has taken the long road in college is finally making his name known on the big stage. Al-Ma’Hi Ali started his career at Old Dominion before a year at St. Francis en route to starting the last two years with Charlotte. He’s improved each year with the 49ers, and though he lacks top-end athletic traits, he has shown he can be a vital member in coverage situations.
2025 NFL Draft Projection: UDFA
49ers Record and Remaining Schedule
Charlotte entered Week 10 with a 3-5 record and 2-2 in American Athletic Conference play.
- Saturday, August 31 vs. JMU
Loss, 30-7 - Saturday, September 7 @ North Carolina
Loss, 38-20 - Saturday, September 14 vs. Gardner-Webb
Win, 27-26 - Saturday, September 21 @ Indiana
Loss, 52-14 - Saturday, September 28 @ Rice
Win, 21-20 - Saturday, October 5 vs. ECU
Win, 55-24 - Saturday, October 19 @ Navy
Loss, 51-17 - Saturday, October 26 @ Memphis
Loss, 33-28 - Thursday, October 31 vs. Tulane
Kickoff: 7:30 p.m. ET - Saturday, November 16 vs. USF
Kickoff: TBD - Saturday, November 23 @ FAU
Kickoff: TBD - Saturday, November 30 vs. UAB
Kickoff: TBD
Charlotte Football Roster
The full Charlotte football roster can be found below, broken down by position.
Charlotte Football Coaching Staff
- Head Coach: Biff Poggi
- Associate Head Coach – Tight Ends: Tim Brewster
- Assistant Head Coach – Senior Advisor: Jonathon Jacobson
- Offensive Coordinator – Quarterbacks: Mike Miller
- Defensive Coordinator – Outside Linebackers: Ryan Osborn
- Assistant Coach – Wide Receivers: Jason Barnes
- Assistant Coach – Defensive Line: Wayne Dorsey
- Assistant Coach – Cornerbacks: Ty Greenwood
- Assistant Coach – Linebackers: Greer Martini
- Assistant Coach – Offensive Line: John Morookian
- Assistant Coach – Safeties: Justin Sanders
- Special Teams Coordinator – Running Backs: Greg Froelich
- Chief of Staff/Director of Strength and Conditioning: Lewis Caralla
MORE: Bios On Every Member Of the Charlotte 49ers Full Coaching Staff
Biff Poggi Salary, Net Worth
Biff Poggi has made his name known as a football coach, but Poggi’s salary and net worth are famous on their own. A former hedge-fund manager, Poggi’s contract is worth $1M annually, but his net worth is stated to be $10 million.
MORE: Full Details on Biff Poggi’s Contract, Salary, and Net Worth
Current AAC Football Standings
Army Black Knights: 7-0 (6-0)
Navy Midshipmen: 6-1 (4-0)
Tulane Green Wave: 6-2 (4-0)
Memphis Tigers: 7-1 (3-1)
Charlotte 49ers: 3-5 (2-2)
North Texas Mean Green: 5-3 (2-2)
East Carolina Pirates: 4-4 (2-2)
South Florida Bulls: 3-4 (1-2)
Temple Owls: 2-6 (1-3)
Tulsa Golden Hurricane: 3-5 (1-3)
Rice Owls: 2-6 (1-3)
UTSA Roadrunners: 3-5 (1-3)
Florida Atlantic Owls: 2-5 (0-3)
UAB Blazers: 1-6 (0-4)
Charlotte Bowl Projections
As of right now, College Football Network has the Charlotte 49ers finishing with a record lower than the bowl-eligibility threshold. If they can win three of their last four, Charlotte can reach that illustrious sixth win and can find themselves on our latest bowl projections then.
For every bowl: 2024 College Football Bowl Projections
FREE: Sign up for the College Football Network Newsletter to receive unique stories from the world of college football directly to your inbox!
Charlotte Football Stats and Team Leaders
Find the full breakdown of Charlotte’s up-to-date stats for 2024, but the team leaders are listed below for each major category.
Charlotte Passing Yards Leaders
Deshawn Purdie: 53-93, 869 yards, 5 TD, 2 INT
Max Brown: 41-83, 558 yards, 3 TD, 6 INT
Charlotte Rushing Yards Leaders
Cartevious Norton: 85 carries, 391 yards, 4 TD
Hahsaun Wilson: 58 carries, 363 yards, 6 TD
Terron Kellman: 40 carries, 204 yards, 0 TD
Charlotte Receiving Yards Leaders
O’Mega Blake: 18 receptions, 419 yards, 5 TD
Jairus Mack: 14 receptions, 295 yards, 0 TD
Sean Brown: 22 receptions, 242 yards, 1 TD
Colin Weber: 19 receptions, 202 yards, 0 TD
Charlotte Defensive Leaders
Total Tackles: 45, Reid Williford
Sacks: 2, 6 players tied
PBU: 6, Al-Ma’hi Ali
INT: 2, Al-Ma’hi Ali & Dontae Balfour
College Football Network has you covered with the latest from the ACC, Big Ten, Big 12, SEC, and every Group of Five conference and FBS Independent program.