Texas Tech Red Raiders vs Colorado Buffaloes Predictions October 3, 2026
Texas Tech will beat Colorado 31-17 in the Oct. 3 matchup. The Red Raiders' balanced offense gets the edge against a Buffaloes team that struggled to sustain possessions at Baylor. Hammond's three interceptions last week complicate the case for a comfortable win, however. Neither Texas Tech -13.5 (-110) nor the 50.5 total offers a convincing wager. The official SportsJaw recommendation is Pass.
Texas Tech Red Raiders vs Colorado Buffaloes prediction and best bet
Texas Tech is the pick because its latest performance offers a stronger combination of rushing and passing production. The Red Raiders gained 470 yards in their Sept. 26 victory over Sam Houston, including 219 on the ground. Colorado managed 363 yards at Baylor but scored on only three of its 15 possessions. That gap between moving the ball and completing scoring drives favors Texas Tech.
The best bet is Pass. A 31-17 forecast barely clears Texas Tech -13.5 (-110), and last week's turnovers make that margin vulnerable. Colorado's passing production also deserves respect. There is enough here to select a winner with medium confidence, but neither the spread nor total presents a compelling betting edge.
Odds, game time and how to watch
Game: Texas Tech at Colorado, Saturday, Oct. 3, 2026, in the 2026 college football season.
Kickoff: 7:30 p.m. ET, equivalent to 6:30 p.m. CT.
Location and television: Boulder, Colorado; FOX.
Records: Texas Tech is 4-0. Colorado is 2-2 overall and 0-1 in Big 12 play.
SportsJaw spread: Texas Tech -13.5 (-110); Colorado +13.5 (-110).
SportsJaw total: Over 50.5 (-110); Under 50.5 (-110). Both directions carry the same supplied price. Moneyline: Texas Tech -581; Colorado +406.