The Texas Tech Red Raiders (0-2) are heavily favored, by 36 points, facing the FCS Tarleton State Texans on Saturday, September 16, 2023 at Jones AT&T Stadium. The over/under is 75.5 in the contest.
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Texas Tech vs. Tarleton State Odds
| Favorite | Spread | Favorite Spread Odds | Underdog Spread Odds | Total | Over Total Odds | Under Total Odds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Texas Tech | -36 | -110 | -110 | 75.5 | -110 | -110 |
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Computer Pick
Predictions are calculated by a data-driven algorithm (raw power score) that ranks head-to-head matchup results within a closed network of games. Prediction confidence is determined by the delta between each team’s raw power score.
Team Stat Comparison (2022)
| Texas Tech | Tarleton State | |
|---|---|---|
| Off. Points per Game (Rank) | 34.2 (29) | 17.0 (33) |
| Def. Points per Game (Rank) | 29.2 (99) | 59.0 (60) |
| Turnovers Allowed (Rank) | 22 (116) | 2 (44) |
| Turnovers Forced (Rank) | 16 (70) | 1 (31) |
Texas Tech vs. Tarleton State Betting Insights (2022)
Texas Tech Stats and Trends
- Texas Tech is winless against the spread this season (0-2-0).
- Texas Tech games have hit the over once this season.
- Texas Tech’s matchups this year have an average point total of 59.3, 16.2 fewer points than this game’s over/under.
Tarleton State Stats and Trends (2022)
- The Texans did not cover the spread last season (0-1 ATS) when playing as at least 36-point underdogs.
- Tarleton State’s matchups last year had a 66.5-point average over/under, 9.0 fewer points than this game’s total.
Texas Tech Players to Watch
- Tyler Shough has thrown for 620 yards while completing 63.2% of his passes (55-of-87), with six touchdowns and four interceptions this year (310.0 yards per game). He’s also carried the ball 38 times for 137 yards and one touchdown, averaging 68.5 yards per game.
- Tahj Brooks has run for 105 yards on 17 carries (52.5 yards per game), with one touchdown on the ground this year.
- This season Jerand Bradley has 13 catches and leads the team with 171 yards (85.5 per game) while hauling in two touchdowns.
- Myles Price has hauled in 10 catches for 96 yards (48.0 yards per game) and two touchdowns.
- This season Drae McCray is averaging 36.5 yards per game, with six catches for 73 yards.
Tarleton State Players to Watch (2022 Stats)
- Last year Beau Allen recorded 210 passing yards (210.0 yards per game) while going 11-for-25 (44% completion percentage) and throwing one touchdown and two interceptions.
- A season ago, Braelon Bridges picked up 32 rushing yards (32.0 yards per game).
- Last season Ontario Douglas ran for 23 yards on six carries (23.0 ypg).
- Darius Cooper reeled in six passes for 117 yards last season and scored one touchdown. He averaged 117.0 yards per game.
- Jaden Smith’s stat line last year showed four grabs for 92 yards. He put up 92.0 receiving yards per game.
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