Arizona St. Sun Devils vs Texas Tech Red Raiders Predictions October 17, 2026
Texas Tech is projected to beat Arizona State 27-20 on October 17, with its unbeaten start, 29-7 road win at Colorado and bye week giving the Red Raiders the stronger winning case. Arizona State’s productive receiving threat and emerging freshman runner complicate the margin. Neither Texas Tech -12.5 (-113) nor the 50.5 total offers a demonstrated betting edge; the official recommendation is Pass.
Arizona St. Sun Devils vs Texas Tech Red Raiders prediction and best bet
Texas Tech is the pick to win, but laying 12.5 points asks more than this matchup warrants. The Red Raiders entered their open week at 5-0, and their latest reported result gives the forecast a solid starting point. The winning margin is the less convincing part of the favorite’s case.
Arizona State followed a 55-19 home loss to Baylor with a 30-12 victory over Hawai'i on October 10. That rebound and the Sun Devils’ individual playmakers make a competitive game plausible. The best betting decision is Pass, with a low-confidence forecast of Texas Tech 27, Arizona State 20.
Odds, game time and how to watch
Game: Arizona St. Sun Devils at Texas Tech Red Raiders, 2026 college football season.
Kickoff: October 17, 2026, at 12:30 p.m. MST.
Broadcast: FOX.
Records: Texas Tech entered its bye at 5-0. Arizona State was 2-2 overall and 1-1 in Big 12 play before its October 10 win over Hawai'i.
SportsJaw spread: Arizona State +12.5 (-113); Texas Tech -12.5 (-113).
SportsJaw total: Over 50.5 (-117); Under 50.5 (-117). Moneyline: Arizona State +385; Texas Tech -520.