Baylor Bears vs
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Baylor Favored to Win in All-Texas Showdown Against Houston with -7.5 Point Spread

In an upcoming Saturday night matchup, Baylor will face off against Houston in an all-Texas battle. Baylor, with a current record of 6-4 and a winning streak of four games, will take on Houston who holds a record of 4-6. The betting line favors Baylor as the favorite with a -7.5 point spread that has remained unchanged. Kick-off is scheduled for 7 P.M. EST. Stay tuned for our prediction and preview of this exciting game between Baylor and Houston.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Bears -305 | Cougars +255
• Spread: Bears -7.5 (-110) | Cougars +7.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 50.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Baylor will win straight-up is 75%.

Baylor vs Houston Stats

Baylor Bears

Baylor's football team is currently 6-4 overall and 4-3 in the Big 12 Conference. After a three-game losing streak, they have bounced back with a four-game win streak, including a 49-35 victory over West Virginia in their last game. Quarterback Sawyer Robertson leads the team with 2,112 yards and 20 touchdowns. On defense, Keaton Thomas leads with 87 tackles, Matt Jones has four sacks, and Corey Gordon Jr. has three interceptions. Baylor is averaging 35.1 points per game and rank 23rd in the nation in scoring offense. Defensively, they are allowing 27.6 points per game. They have a power ranking of 47 and are 7-3 against the spread this season.

Houston Cougars Analysis

The Houston Cougars are currently 4-6 overall this season, with a 3-4 record in Big 12 Conference play. They have won three of their last five games and are 3-2 when playing at home. In their most recent game, they lost 27-3 to Arizona, struggling on offense and only managing to score on a field goal in the second quarter. Quarterback Zeon Chriss has taken over the starting job and has thrown for 542 yards, completing 66% of his passes with four touchdowns and four interceptions. Running back Re'Shaun Sanford II leads the team with 376 yards and one touchdown. On defense, Michael Batton leads the team with 74 tackles. Houston is averaging 14 points per game, ranking 133rd in offense, and allowing 22.5 points per game, ranking 46th in defense. They have a power ranking of 105 and are 5-5 against the spread this season. The under is 9-1 when Houston has played this season.

Baylor Surging while Houston Struggles: Betting Advice for Saturday's Matchup

As the season nears its end, Baylor and Houston are heading in opposite directions. Baylor has achieved victory in its last four games, demonstrating a well-performing offense with a high passing rate and consistent touchdown scoring. Currently ranked as the 23rd best scoring offense nationwide, Baylor holds a 3-1 record against the spread as single-digit favorites. On the contrary, Houston stands at 1-3 against the spread as single-digit underdogs, struggling with their offensive performance this season. If Baylor maintains a fast-paced game, Houston may face a quick defeat. Therefore, it is recommended to place a bet on Baylor covering the spread on Saturday.

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