The Nebraska Cornhuskers (1-2) play the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs (2-2) on Saturday, September 23, 2023 at Memorial Stadium (Lincoln, NE). The Cornhuskers are without a doubt the favorites in this one, with the line sitting at 20.5 points. The over/under for the contest is 45 points.
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Nebraska vs. Louisiana Tech Odds
| Favorite | Spread | Favorite Spread Odds | Underdog Spread Odds | Total | Over Total Odds | Under Total Odds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | -20.5 | -112 | -108 | 45 | -112 | -108 |
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Computer Pick
| ATS | Total | Score prediction |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana Tech (+20.5) | Over (45) | Nebraska 29 Louisiana Tech 19 |
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
| Nebraska | Louisiana Tech | |
|---|---|---|
| Off. Points per Game (Rank) | 19.7 (111) | 31.0 (22) |
| Def. Points per Game (Rank) | 20.0 (48) | 29.0 (118) |
| Turnovers Allowed (Rank) | 9 (127) | 5 (77) |
| Turnovers Forced (Rank) | 3 (84) | 5 (44) |
Nebraska vs. Louisiana Tech Betting Insights
Nebraska Stats and Trends
- Nebraska has won two games against the spread this season.
- So far this season, one Nebraska game has hit the over.
- Huskers games have gone over 45 points two times this season (in three outings).
- Nebraska has an average total of 47.3 in their contests this year, 2.3 more points than this matchup’s over/under.
Louisiana Tech Stats and Trends
- Louisiana Tech has a record of 1-3-0 against the spread this year.
- The Bulldogs have not covered the spread this season (0-1 ATS) when playing as at least 20.5-point underdogs.
- This season, games featuring Louisiana Tech have gone over the point total twice.
- The Bulldogs have combined with their opponents to score more than 45 points in three of four games this season.
- Tech’s average game total this season has been 62.3, 17.3 more points than this matchup’s over/under.
Nebraska Players to Watch
- Jeff Sims leads the team with 220 passing yards (110.0 yards per game) and has a 58.8% completion percentage this year (20-of-34) while throwing one touchdown with four interceptions. He also has 158 rushing yards on 29 carries with one touchdown, averaging 79.0 yards per game.
- Gabe Ervin Jr. has run for a team-high 196 yards on 38 carries (65.3 yards per game) and one touchdown.
- This season Alex Bullock has four catches and leads the team with 89 yards (44.5 per game) while scoring one touchdown.
- Marcus Washington has chipped in with six catches for 81 yards this year. He puts up 27.0 receiving yards per game.
- This season Billy Kemp is averaging 23.3 yards per game, with eight catches for 70 yards and one touchdown.
Louisiana Tech Players to Watch
- Hank Bachmeier leads his team with 756 passing yards (189.0 per game) and has a 66% completion percentage (70-of-106), throwing five touchdown passes and two interceptions.
- Keith Willis Jr. has run for a team-leading 240 yards on 33 carries (60.0 yards per game) while scoring three touchdowns.
- Tyre Shelton has 214 yards on 21 carries (107.0 ypg), with two rushing touchdowns.
- This season Smoke Harris has 24 receptions for a team-high 288 receiving yards (72.0 per game) and three touchdowns.
- Cyrus Allen has chipped in with 144 yards (on 11 catches) and one touchdown.
- Kyle Maxwell has 113 receiving yards on five receptions, averaging 37.7 yards per game.
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