The Cougars will play the Red Raiders on Saturday, September 30th, 2023. The matchup takes place at Jones AT&T Stadium. Watch this exciting Week 5 matchup at 3:30 pm EDT. Check local listings for coverage on FS2.
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Table of Contents
- Matchup Stats
- Paddy O'Parlay
- Best Odds
- Interactive Odds Example
- Prop Bets
- Recent Meetings
- Team Standings
- Futures Odds
- Team Schedules & Results
- Other Games Today
Key Matchup Stats
We're now well into the 2023 college football season. Week 5 action features a matchup between Houston and Texas Tech taking place at Jones AT&T Stadium. The following are some key season stats to help you size up this game.
- SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings - Houston has a 95.00 conference power ranking for the 2023 season. The conference power ranking for Texas Tech is 95.00.
- Away Houston - Heading into Week 5, Houston currently has a 0-1 record as an away team for the 2023 regular season. This ranks them 3rd in the Big 12 Conference for away team wins. Watch this stat carefully as the season progresses.
- Home Texas Tech - Texas Tech has a 1-1 record as a home team. Looking ahead to this 2023 Week 5 matchup, they rank 3rd in the Big 12 Conference for home team wins. Like the Houston away record and ranking, you should continually keep tabs on this stat.
- Points Scored - For the 2023 season, Houston ranks 9th (109) in the Big 12 Conference, with Texas Tech currently ranking 8th (117) for points scored in the Big 12 Conference.
- Points Against - Also in 2023, Houston stands 2nd (100) in the Big 12 Conference for points scored by opponents in 2023. Texas Tech sits at 3rd (96) in the Big 12 Conference for points against in the 2023 season so far.
- Team Records - Houston has a 2-2 overall record for the 2023 regular season, with Texas Tech currently 1-3 for the 2023 NCAAF regular season.
Paddy O'Parlay
The "Sports Network" talking heads have nothing on my Irish arse!
Hold on to your hats, folks, because this Saturday, September 30th, 2023, the Houston Cougars are heading to Jones AT&T Stadium to take on the Texas Tech Red Raiders in a thrilling Week 5 matchup of the 2023-24 college football regular season... Get ready for an explosive showdown in Lubbock!
Both teams are neck and neck in the SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings with a solid rating of 95.00 each... It's going to be a battle of equals on the field!
Houston comes into this game with a 2-2 standing, while Texas Tech is currently sitting at 1-3... Expect both teams to give it their all and leave everything on the field.
If you're looking to amp up the excitement, bet this game at BetWay, BetRivers, or BetMGM... The stakes are high, and so is the potential for a thrilling outcome!
Before you dive into the action, take a moment to review this game's prop bets and compare the odds below... It's time to get strategic and make some winning choices!
In conclusion, mark your calendars for Saturday, September 30th, as the Houston Cougars clash with the Texas Tech Red Raiders at Jones AT&T Stadium... It's going to be a battle for the ages!
Best Cougars at Red Raiders Odds
| Underdog Houston | Favorite Texas Tech |
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| Over | Under |
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| Underdog Houston | Favorite Texas Tech |
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Matchup Odds FAQs
Texas Tech is a -8.5 -110 point spread favorite at BetMGM, while Houston is a +8.5 -110 point spread underdog at BetMGM.
The best over line is 51.5 -115 points at BetMGM, which means you risk $115 to win $100 betting the over. The best under line is 52 -110 points at BetRivers, and that means you risk $110 to win $100 betting the under.
Texas Tech is a -350 moneyline favorite at BetMGM and Houston is a +260 moneyline underdog at BetMGM.
College Football Odds Example
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Game |
 BetMGMBet |
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Houston
Texas Tech
9/30/23 3:30pm EDT | +8.5 -110-8.5 -110 |
Underdog Houston - Houston bettors risk $100 to win $90.91 at -110 odds.
A +8.5 Houston underdog bet wins if they lose by 8 or fewer, tie, or win outright. Your bet loses if they lose by 9 or more.
Favorite Texas Tech - Texas Tech bettors risk $100 to win $90.91 at -110 odds.
A -8.5 Texas Tech favorite bet wins if they win by 9 or more. Your bet loses if they win by 8 or fewer, tie, or lose outright.
Houston at Texas Tech Prop Bets
Important Note: Some states expressly forbid individual college athlete prop bets. The following wagers may not be available depending on your particular state laws.
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Houston
Texas Tech
First Team To Score
9/30/23 3:30pm EDT | +155-200Bet |
Houston
Texas Tech
No Touchdown
To Score 1st Touchdown
9/30/23 3:30pm EDT | +165-250+10000Bet |
Houston
Texas Tech
Game to Overtime
9/30/23 3:30pm EDT | Yes +1050No -10000Bet |
Houston
Texas Tech
Both Teams Score 10+
9/30/23 3:30pm EDT | Yes -1000No +550Bet |
| BetMGM | |
Houston
Texas Tech
Both Teams Score 20+
9/30/23 3:30pm EDT | Yes -115No -110Bet |
Houston
Texas Tech
Both Teams Score 30+
9/30/23 3:30pm EDT | Yes +525No -900Bet |
Recent Meetings Since 2019
| Week | Game | Result | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Week 5 | Houston vs Texas Tech Saturday, September 30th, 2023 | TTU 49, HOU 28 Jones AT&T Stadium | Texas Tech by 21 |
| 2022 Week 2 | Houston vs Texas Tech Saturday, September 10th, 2022 | TTU 33, HOU 30 (2OT) Jones AT&T Stadium | Texas Tech by 3 |
| 2021 Week 1 | Texas Tech vs Houston Saturday, September 4th, 2021 | TTU 38, HOU 21 NRG Stadium | Texas Tech by 17 |
Team Standings
| Team | Conf | Conf% | W | L | PF | PA | Home | Away | Strk |
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| Texas Tech | 5-4 | 0.556 | 7 | 6 | 356 | 338 | 4-2 | 2-4 | W1 |
| Houston | 2-7 | 0.222 | 4 | 8 | 284 | 378 | 3-4 | 1-4 | L3 |
Houston & Texas Tech Futures Odds
Latest NCAA Championship odds, if available, for each team. Review odds for other teams and learn the best College Football bets.
Houston Championship Odds|
Team | BetMGM |
 BetRivers |
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| Houston | +50000 Bet | +100000 Bet |
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Team | BetMGM |
BetRivers |
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| Texas Tech | +20000 Bet | +12000 Bet |
Team Schedules & Results
| Week | Matchup | Date & Result |
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| Week 1 | UTSA vs Houston | HOU 17, UTSA 14 Saturday, September 2nd, 2023 |
| Week 2 | Houston vs Rice | RICE 43, HOU 41 (2OT) Saturday, September 9th, 2023 |
| Week 3 | TCU vs Houston | TCU 36, HOU 13 Saturday, September 16th, 2023 |
| Week 4 | Sam Houston State vs Houston | HOU 38, SHSU 7 Saturday, September 23rd, 2023 |
| Week 5 | Houston vs Texas Tech | TTU 49, HOU 28 Saturday, September 30th, 2023 |
| Week 7 | West Virginia vs Houston | HOU 41, WVU 39 Thursday, October 12th, 2023 |
| Week 8 | Texas vs Houston | TEX 31, HOU 24 Saturday, October 21st, 2023 |
| Week 9 | Houston vs Kansas State | KSU 41, HOU 0 Saturday, October 28th, 2023 |
| Week 10 | Houston vs Baylor | HOU 25, BAY 24 (OT) Saturday, November 4th, 2023 |
| Week 11 | Cincinnati vs Houston | CIN 24, HOU 14 Saturday, November 11th, 2023 |
| Week 12 | Oklahoma State vs Houston | OKST 43, HOU 30 Saturday, November 18th, 2023 |
| Week 13 | Houston vs UCF | UCF 27, HOU 13 Saturday, November 25th, 2023 |
| Week | Matchup | Date & Result |
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| Week 1 | Texas Tech vs Wyoming | WYO 35, TTU 33 (2OT) Saturday, September 2nd, 2023 |
| Week 2 | Oregon vs Texas Tech | ORE 38, TTU 30 Saturday, September 9th, 2023 |
| Week 3 | Tarleton vs Texas Tech | TTU 41, TAR 3 Saturday, September 16th, 2023 |
| Week 4 | Texas Tech vs West Virginia | WVU 20, TTU 13 Saturday, September 23rd, 2023 |
| Week 5 | Houston vs Texas Tech | TTU 49, HOU 28 Saturday, September 30th, 2023 |
| Week 6 | Texas Tech vs Baylor | TTU 39, BAY 14 Saturday, October 7th, 2023 |
| Week 7 | Kansas State vs Texas Tech | KSU 38, TTU 21 Saturday, October 14th, 2023 |
| Week 8 | Texas Tech vs BYU | BYU 27, TTU 14 Saturday, October 21st, 2023 |
| Week 10 | TCU vs Texas Tech | TTU 35, TCU 28 Thursday, November 2nd, 2023 |
| Week 11 | Texas Tech vs Kansas | TTU 16, KU 13 Saturday, November 11th, 2023 |
| Week 12 | UCF vs Texas Tech | TTU 24, UCF 23 Saturday, November 18th, 2023 |
| Week 13 | Texas Tech vs Texas | TEX 57, TTU 7 Friday, November 24th, 2023 |
| Bowls | California vs Texas Tech Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl | TTU 34, CAL 14 Saturday, December 16th, 2023 |
How to Bet on the Game
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How to Bet on the Houston vs Texas Tech College Football Game
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Open a new sports betting account before game time.
Review our list of sports betting sites. Open a new account before the game starts on Saturday, September 30th, 2023 at 3:30 pm EDT, making sure to enter all your personal details correctly. Don't forget to add your bonus code.
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Visit the sportsbook’s cashier, banking, or deposit page.
Navigate to the sportsbook's deposit page. Use your Visa card or MasterCard, or deposit with a bank transfer, or other methods like Paypal.
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Tap to the sportsbook's College Football page, look for the Houston vs Texas Tech Game.
Navigate to the sportsbook's College Football page. Next, look for live or upcoming matchups. Select the Houston vs Texas Tech Game.
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Choose your bet and place a wager.
Choose your bet and then use the funds you deposited to place a wager. The sportsbook will pay your winnings or deduct a losing wager from your account balance after the game.