Rice University is pulling out all the stops to entice its fans to attend this weekend’s game against North Texas, even offering up free beer, T-shirts and ice cream.

Rice (5-5) will host the No. 22-ranked Mean Green (9-1) with bowl eligibility on the line. The Owls are hoping their students are there for the game at Rice Stadium.

Rice, an FBS school in Houston, Texas, has averaged roughly 23,228 fans per game this season, with the best number coming during their home opener against Houston, a game that drew 30,116 fans.

A general view of the Florida Atlantic Owls at the line of scrimmage against the Rice Owls during the second quarter of their 27-21 win on Oct. 4, 2025 in Houston, Texas. Getty Images

The promotion is intended to help boost the crowd for the all-important game that’s

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