Texas Tech Red Raiders vs Oklahoma St. Cowboys Prediction, Odds and Best Bet
Oklahoma State is projected to beat Texas Tech 38-35, with Drew Mestemaker’s sustained passing production giving the Cowboys a slight advantage. Texas Tech’s productive rushing attack makes this a fragile pick, and neither Texas Tech +3.5 (-115) nor Over 72.5 (-110) offers enough cushion to justify a wager. SportsJaw’s official betting recommendation is Pass, with low confidence in the game forecast.
Texas Tech Red Raiders vs Oklahoma St. Cowboys prediction and best bet
Oklahoma State gets the winner pick because its offensive production extends beyond one explosive afternoon. The Associated Press reports averages of 533.6 total yards and 43.9 points per game, while the Cowboys’ official notes document eight consecutive games with at least 300 passing yards and multiple touchdown passes from Mestemaker.
Texas Tech has enough offense to make the finish uncomfortable. Our forecast is Oklahoma State 38, Texas Tech 35, but a projected three-point margin is too delicate to turn Texas Tech +3.5 (-115) into an official bet. Best bet: Pass. Picking the winner and finding a worthwhile price are separate judgments.
Odds, game time and how to watch
Game: Texas Tech Red Raiders at Oklahoma St. Cowboys, a 2026 college football matchup.
Kickoff: Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026, at 9:30 p.m. EST, according to the Associated Press.
Broadcast: ESPN.
Records: Texas Tech Red Raiders 8-1; Oklahoma St. Cowboys 5-3.
SportsJaw odds: Texas Tech Red Raiders +3.5 (-115); Oklahoma St. Cowboys -3.5 (-105). Moneyline: Texas Tech Red Raiders +148; Oklahoma St. Cowboys -168. Total: Over 72.5 (-110); Under 72.5 (-110).