Texas Tech Red Raiders Contend for Big 12 Victory in Showdown With Houston Cougars
This Saturday, the Texas Tech Red Raiders will take on the Houston Cougars at Jones AT&T Stadium. Last year, the Red Raiders won 33-30 in overtime. Houston is presently 2-2
Game outlook
This Saturday, the Texas Tech Red Raiders will take on the Houston Cougars at Jones AT&T Stadium. Last year, the Red Raiders won 33-30 in overtime. Houston is presently 2-2 straight up and against the spread, with wins over Sam Houston and UTSA, and losses against Rice and TCU. Texas Tech is 1-3 straight up and against the spread, with a win against Tarleton State and losses against Wyoming, Oregon, and West Virginia. Injuries for the teams include Houston defensive back out, Texas Tech quarterback, linebacker, and defensive lineman out, linebacker and tight end questionable. The game will start at 3:30 p.m. ET.
Game Info
When: Saturday, 9/30/2023 @ 3:30pm EST
Where: Jones AT&T Stadium Stadium Cougars vs Red Raiders Betting Odds Moneyline: Cougars +268 | Red Raiders -331
Spread: Cougars +8.5 (-110) | Red Raiders -8.5 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 51 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Texas Tech will win straight-up is 77%.
Houston Cougars
Houston easily beat Sam Houston last week, amassing 538 total yards of offense and holding the Bearkats to 178 total yards. The H-Town offense is led by junior quarterback Donovan Smith who has 1,012 yards, five TDs, and three INTs. Four Cougars have rushed for roughly 100-plus yards, with freshman Parker Jenkins leading the way. Sophomore wide receiver Samuel Brown leads the pass-catchers with 24 receptions for 405 yards. The Houston defense has generated eight sacks and picked off six passes this season, led by junior DL Nelson Ceaser (3.5 sacks), senior DB Malik Fleming (three INTs), and senior LB Malik Robinson (25 tackles). Houston is ranked 95 in offense (23.67 points per game), #108 in defense (allowing 31.00 points per game) and are 2-2 (2-2 ATS) this season.