The West Virginia Mountaineers (4-1) will square off against a fellow Big 12 opponent, the Houston Cougars (2-3) in a matchup on Thursday, October 12, 2023 at TDECU Stadium. The Cougars will attempt to pull off an upset as 3-point underdogs. The over/under is set at 49.5 in the contest.
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West Virginia vs. Houston Odds
| Favorite | Spread | Favorite Spread Odds | Underdog Spread Odds | Total | Over Total Odds | Under Total Odds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Virginia | -3 | -110 | -110 | 49.5 | -108 | -112 |
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Computer Pick
| ATS | Total | Score prediction |
|---|---|---|
| West Virginia (-3) | Under (49.5) | West Virginia 29 Houston 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
| West Virginia | Houston | |
|---|---|---|
| Off. Points per Game (Rank) | 26.4 (102) | 27.4 (97) |
| Def. Points per Game (Rank) | 19.0 (21) | 29.8 (76) |
| Turnovers Allowed (Rank) | 5 (20) | 3 (7) |
| Turnovers Forced (Rank) | 5 (102) | 9 (33) |
West Virginia vs. Houston Betting Insights
West Virginia Stats and Trends
- West Virginia has compiled a 4-1-0 ATS record so far this year.
- The Mountaineers have covered the spread when playing as at least 3-point favorites in their only opportunity this season.
- This season, games featuring the West Virginia have gone over the point total twice.
- In two games this season, the Mountaineers and their opponents have combined to total more than 49.5 points.
- The average total in WVU’s outings this year is 51.5, 2.0 more than this matchup’s over/under.
Houston Stats and Trends
- Houston has a record of 2-3-0 against the spread this year.
- The Cougars have been an underdog by 3 points or more this year twice, and failed to cover both times.
- So far this year, three of Houston’s five games with a set number have hit the over.
- The Cougars have combined with their opponent to score more than 49.5 points just twice this season.
- UH’s contests this season have a 52.8-point average over/under, 3.3 more points than this game’s point total.
West Virginia Players to Watch
- Garrett Greene leads the team with 544 passing yards (136.0 yards per game) and has a 52.9% completion percentage this year (36-of-68) while throwing four touchdowns. He also has 185 rushing yards on 33 carries with three touchdowns, averaging 46.3 yards per game.
- CJ Donaldson has 86 attempts for a team-high 348 rushing yards (69.6 per game) and four touchdowns.
- This season Hudson Clement has 10 receptions for a team-high 239 receiving yards (59.8 per game) and three touchdowns.
- Kole Taylor has hauled in 13 catches for 166 yards (33.2 yards per game) and two touchdowns.
- Devin Carter has collected 141 yards on nine receptions, averaging 35.3 yards per game.
Houston Players to Watch
- Donovan Smith leads the team with 1,347 passing yards (269.4 yards per game) and has a 64.4% completion percentage this year (123-of-191) while throwing nine touchdowns with three interceptions. He also has 163 rushing yards on 55 carries with three touchdowns, averaging 32.6 yards per game.
- Parker Jenkins has racked up a team-best 218 rushing yards (43.6 per game) and three touchdowns.
- Sam Brown has 33 catches, leading his team with 518 yards (103.6 ypg) while scoring one touchdown this season.
- Joseph Manjack IV has also added 25 receptions for 292 yards and two touchdowns.
- This season Matthew Golden is averaging 52.2 yards per game, with 24 catches for 261 yards and four touchdowns.
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