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North Texas Mean Green Look to Extend Winning Streak Against Texas Tech Red Raiders

The North Texas Mean Green are currently on a two-game winning streak and looking to continue their success after a 35-20 home win over Stephen F. Austin. Meanwhile, the Texas Tech Red Raiders are aiming to bounce back from a 37-16 road loss against Washington State. Texas Tech is the current betting favorite with a line of -9.5 after opening at -10.5.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Eagles +300 | Red Raiders -370
• Spread: Eagles +9.5 (-110) | Red Raiders -9.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 69.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Texas Tech will win straight-up is 79%.

North Texas vs Texas Tech Stats

North Texas Eagles

The North Texas Mean Green started the season strong with a 35-20 home victory over the Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks. Despite overcoming four turnovers, they were able to total 504 yards, with running back Damashja Harris leading the offense with 142 rushing yards and a touchdown. The defense held the Lumberjacks to 20 points and 248 total yards, recording one turnover and limiting their pass attempts to 2.2 yards. The team's power ranking is 39, with a strong offense ranked at 20 and a defense ranked at 105. They are currently 2-0 this season. The team has some players on the injury report, including wide receiver Landon Sides (questionable) and safety Isheem Young (out). They aim to bring the momentum from their previous game into Week 3.

Texas Tech Red Raiders Analysis

The Texas Tech Red Raiders are preparing for their upcoming game after a tough loss to Washington State. Despite the loss, the offense performed well with impressive stats in passing and rushing yards. The defense struggled, allowing the Cougars to score 37 points. The team needs to make improvements to bounce back. There are several players on the injury report, with key players like Javeon Wilcox and Dylan Spencer out. The Red Raiders have a power ranking of 70, ranking 56th for offense and 130th for defense. In their last three matchups against North Texas, the Mean Green have a 2-1 record.

Third Down Efficiency and Fumble Recovery Key to Success: Texas Tech Likely to Dominate Matchup

Analyzing the performance of these teams on third down is crucial for determining success. The Mean Green have converted 11 out of 26 attempts, resulting in a 42.31% success rate, whereas the Red Raiders have converted 18 out of 34 attempts, resulting in a 52.94% success rate on third down. The ability to force and recover fumbles is also a key factor in determining outcomes. North Texas has not successfully forced any fumbles, whereas Texas Tech has forced three fumbles and recovered one. Behren Morton's superior performance as quarterback indicates that the Texas Tech Red Raiders are likely to achieve a victory by a significant margin in this matchup.

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