The Bearkats will play the Cougars on Saturday, September 23rd, 2023. The matchup takes place at TDECU Stadium. Watch this exciting Week 4 matchup at 7:00 pm EDT. Check local listings for coverage on BIG12|ESPN+.
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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
The 2023 college football season continues with Sam Houston State matching up against Houston at TDECU Stadium. Let's review how each team is doing so far to better understand how this game will play out.
- SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings - Sam Houston State has a 95.33 conference power ranking for the 2023 season so far. The 2023 conference power ranking for Houston is 93.33.
- Away Sam Houston State - Sam Houston State currently has a 0-1 record as an away team for the 2023 regular season, ranking them 2nd in the C-USA Conference for away team wins. Not much can be concluded from this stat just yet, so stay tuned.
- Home Houston - So far, Houston has a 1-1 record as a home team. They currently rank 2nd in the Big 12 Conference for home team wins in 2023. Keep tabs on this figure, as it will change in the coming weeks.
- Points Scored - Sam Houston State ranks 9th (3) in the C-USA Conference, with Houston currently ranking 12th (71) for points scored in the 2023 Big 12 Conference.
- Points Against - Sam Houston State stands 9th (27) in the C-USA Conference for points scored by opponents in 2023. Houston sits at 1st (93) in the 2023 Big 12 Conference for points against in the 2023 season.
- Team Records - Sam Houston State has a 0-2 regular season overall record, with Houston currently possessing a 1-2 regular season standing for the 2023 NCAAF season.
Paddy O'Parlay
The "Sports Network" talking heads have nothing on my Irish arse!
Get ready for an electrifying clash as Sam Houston State faces off against Houston... It's an important home game for Houston at TDECU Stadium, so expect a rowdy crowd... With a 0-2 standing, Sam Houston State is hungry for a win, but Houston won't make it easy...
As we dive into the Week 4 of the college football season, this matchup could set the tone for both teams... Sam Houston State desperately needs a victory to turn their season around... Meanwhile, Houston, with a 1-2 standing, aims to maintain their momentum and secure a win on their home turf... It's a battle that shouldn't be missed!
If you're looking to add a little extra excitement to the game, head over to SportsBetting3.com... There, you can review this game's prop bets and compare the odds below... Will Sam Houston State surprise us all, or will Houston defend their home turf?
The stage is set, and the atmosphere will be electric at TDECU Stadium on September 23rd... So, grab your popcorn, buckle up, and get ready for a thrilling early-season showdown!
Best Bearkats at Cougars Odds
| Underdog Sam Houston State | Favorite Houston |
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| Over | Under |
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| Underdog Sam Houston State | Favorite Houston |
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Matchup Odds FAQs
Houston is a -11 -109 point spread favorite at BetRivers, while Sam Houston State is a +11.5 -110 point spread underdog at BetMGM.
The best over line is 37.5 -110 points at BetMGM, which means you risk $110 to win $100 betting the over. The best under line is 37.5 -110 points at BetMGM, and that means you risk $110 to win $100 betting the under.
Houston is a -450 moneyline favorite at BetMGM and Sam Houston State is a +375 moneyline underdog at BetRivers.
College Football Odds Example
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Game |
 BetMGMBet |
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Sam Houston State
Houston
9/23/23 7:00pm EDT | +11.5 -110-11.5 -110 |
Underdog Sam Houston State - Sam Houston State bettors risk $100 to win $90.91 at -110 odds.
A +11.5 Sam Houston State underdog bet wins if they lose by 11 or fewer, tie, or win outright. Your bet loses if they lose by 12 or more.
Favorite Houston - Houston bettors risk $100 to win $90.91 at -110 odds.
A -11.5 Houston favorite bet wins if they win by 12 or more. Your bet loses if they win by 11 or fewer, tie, or lose outright.
Sam Houston State at Houston 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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Sam Houston State
Houston
First Team To Score
9/23/23 7:00pm EDT | +145-190Bet |
Sam Houston State
Houston
No Touchdown
To Score 1st Touchdown
9/23/23 7:00pm EDT | +165-250+10000Bet |
Sam Houston State
Houston
Game to Overtime
9/23/23 7:00pm EDT | Yes +1200No -10000Bet |
Sam Houston State
Houston
Both Teams Score 10+
9/23/23 7:00pm EDT | Yes -175No +135Bet |
| BetMGM | |
Sam Houston State
Houston
Both Teams Score 20+
9/23/23 7:00pm EDT | Yes +400No -650Bet |
Sam Houston State
Houston
Both Teams Score 30+
9/23/23 7:00pm EDT | Yes +3300No -10000Bet |
Recent Meetings Since 2019
| Week | Game | Result | Margin |
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| 2023 Week 4 | Sam Houston State vs Houston Saturday, September 23rd, 2023 | HOU 38, SHSU 7 TDECU Stadium | Houston by 31 |
Team Standings
| Team | Conf | Conf% | W | L | PF | PA | Home | Away | Strk |
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| Big 12 | |||||||||
| Houston | 2-7 | 0.222 | 4 | 8 | 284 | 378 | 3-4 | 1-4 | L3 |
| C-USA | |||||||||
| Sam Houston State | 2-6 | 0.250 | 3 | 9 | 240 | 314 | 2-3 | 1-5 | W1 |
Sam Houston State & Houston Futures Odds
Latest NCAA Championship odds, if available, for each team. Review odds for other teams and learn the best College Football bets.
Sam Houston State Championship OddsNo NCAA College Football Championship TM Sam Houston State YR: futures available
Houston Championship Odds|
Team | BetMGM |
 BetRivers |
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| Houston | +50000 Bet | +100000 Bet |
Team Schedules & Results
| Week | Matchup | Date & Result |
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| Week 1 | Sam Houston State vs BYU | BYU 14, SHSU 0 Saturday, September 2nd, 2023 |
| Week 2 | Air Force vs Sam Houston State | AFA 13, SHSU 3 Saturday, September 9th, 2023 |
| Week 4 | Sam Houston State vs Houston | HOU 38, SHSU 7 Saturday, September 23rd, 2023 |
| Week 5 | Jacksonville State vs Sam Houston State | JVST 35, SHSU 28 (OT) Thursday, September 28th, 2023 |
| Week 6 | Sam Houston State vs Liberty | LIB 21, SHSU 16 Thursday, October 5th, 2023 |
| Week 7 | Sam Houston State vs New Mexico State | NMSU 27, SHSU 13 Wednesday, October 11th, 2023 |
| Week 8 | FIU vs Sam Houston State | FIU 33, SHSU 27 (2OT) Wednesday, October 18th, 2023 |
| Week 9 | UTEP vs Sam Houston State | UTEP 37, SHSU 34 Wednesday, October 25th, 2023 |
| Week 10 | Kennesaw State vs Sam Houston State | SHSU 24, KENN 21 Saturday, November 4th, 2023 |
| Week 11 | Sam Houston State vs Louisiana Tech | SHSU 42, LT 27 Saturday, November 11th, 2023 |
| Week 12 | Sam Houston State vs Western Kentucky | WKU 28, SHSU 23 Saturday, November 18th, 2023 |
| Week 13 | Middle Tennessee vs Sam Houston State | SHSU 23, MTSU 20 Saturday, November 25th, 2023 |
| 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 |
How to Bet on the Game
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How to Bet on the Sam Houston State vs Houston College Football Game
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Open a new sports betting account before game time.
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Tap to the sportsbook's College Football page, look for the Sam Houston State vs Houston Game.
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Choose your bet and place a wager.
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