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Houston Cougars Look to Continue Winning Streak Against Arizona Wildcats

In a matchup between two bottom half Big 12 teams, the Houston Cougars (4-5 SU, 5-4 ATS) will face the Arizona Wildcats (3-6 SU, 1-8 ATS) at Arizona Stadium on Friday night. Houston is coming off a win against No. 17 Kansas State, while Arizona suffered a loss to UCF in their last game. With Arizona currently favored to win at -1, this game is set to kick off at 10:15 EST. Stay tuned for a breakdown of both teams and predictions for the Houston vs. Arizona matchup.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Cougars -103 | Wildcats -117
• Spread: Cougars +1 (-110) | Wildcats -1 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 45.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Arizona will win straight-up is 54%.

Houston vs Arizona Stats

Houston Cougars

Houston Cougars have dramatically improved their season after a rough start, winning three of their last four games, including a big upset over No. 17 Kansas State. The defense played a crucial role in the victory, holding the Wildcats scoreless in the fourth quarter and forcing turnovers. Quarterback Zeon Chriss had a standout performance, leading the offense to a win despite low overall yardage. The team has faced adversity but remains optimistic about their future success. In terms of injuries, several key players are listed as questionable or out. Overall, Houston is ranked 134 in offense, 55 in defense, with a power ranking of 105 and a record of 4-5.

Arizona Wildcats Analysis

The Arizona Wildcats started the season strong with a victory over No. 10 Utah but have since struggled, losing their last five games by an average of 20.8 points per game. The offense has been inconsistent, only scoring 22.1 points per game, while the defense has allowed an average of 31.1 points and 394.8 yards per game. Despite their recent struggles, head coach Brent Brennan remains optimistic and emphasizes the importance of giving their all in their remaining games. In terms of injuries, several key players are listed as questionable or out. Currently, Arizona Wildcats has a power ranking of 79 and are ranked #98 for offense and #91 for defense. In their last three matchups, Houston has gone 0-2 against Arizona.

Houston Holds Momentum Going into Fifth Matchup Against Arizona

The upcoming meeting between the schools will mark the fifth time they have competed, with the most recent match occurring in 2018 resulting in a 45-18 victory for Houston on their home turf. Despite having the two least productive offenses in the Big 12 in regard to scoring, the teams are currently experiencing contrasting trajectories. Houston is displaying strong momentum heading into their final three games, while Arizona appears to be struggling to maintain motivation. Against the tough Kansas State defense, Chriss exhibited exceptional performance by effectively utilizing both his passing and running capabilities. His ability to lead his team to victory was evident in their recent success against the 17th ranked Wildcats. As a point of comparison, Arizona suffered a 24-point loss to Kansas State in September, highlighting Houston's recent achievements against the same opponent. Considering these factors, it is advisable to support the Cougars in the upcoming matchup.

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