The Texas Tech Red Raiders (6-3, 4-2 Big 12) are set to host the 21st-ranked Colorado Buffaloes (6-2, 4-1) in a Big 12 matchup on Saturday night. The Texas Tech Red Raiders are coming off an away win in Week 10, upsetting Iowa State by a score of 23-22. Running back Tahj Brooks carried the ball 25 times for 122 yards and 1 touchdown. Quarterback Behren Morton completed 21 of 40 passes for 237 yards, 2 touchdowns, and 2 interceptions.
The Colorado Buffaloes are coming off their off week and most recently beat the Cincinnati Bearcats by a score of 34-23 in Week 9. In that game, quarterback Shedeur Sanders completed 25 of 30 passes for 323 yards and 2 touchdowns. Running back Isaiah Augustave carried the ball 22 times for 91 yards and 1 touchdown.
Will Colorado continue what has been a fantastic season, or will the Red Raiders continue their momentum after an upset win last week?
Colorado Buffaloes vs. Texas Tech Red Raiders Odds
| Team | Spread | Total | Money Line |
| Colorado Buffaloes | -3.5
-108 |
Over 63
-108 |
-175 |
| Texas Tech Red Raiders | +3.5
-112 |
Under 63
-112 |
+145 |
| **Odds Subject to Change** | |||
Colorado Buffaloes vs. Texas Tech Red Raiders Match Details
- Fixture: Colorado Buffaloes vs. Texas Tech Red Raiders
- Date and Time: Saturday, November 9th, 2024 at 4:00 PM ET
- Location: Jones AT&T Stadium, Lubbock, Texas
Key Stats
Colorado Buffaloes
The Colorado Buffaloes enter the game 6-2, averaging 31.38 points per game this season. Running back Isaiah Augustave leads the team in rushing, averaging 33.88 yards per game with 3 touchdowns. Quarterback Shedeur Sanders averages 242.13 passing yards per game and is completing 73.30% of his passes. This season, he has thrown 21 touchdowns and 6 interceptions.
Wide receiver Travis Hunter averages 94.63 receiving yards per game and has 8 touchdowns, while LaJohntay Wesrer is averaging 62.63 receiving yards per game with 7 touchdowns. From a defensive standpoint, Colorado has 6 interceptions and 22 sacks. They are allowing 22.00 points per game.
Texas Tech Red Raiders
The Red Raiders enter the game 6-3, averaging 36.44 points per game this season. Tahj Brooks leads the team in rushing, averaging 116.33 yards per game with 10 touchdowns. Quarterback Behren Morton is averaging 255.56 passing yards per game and is completing 62.0% of his passes. So far this season, Morton has thrown 19 touchdowns and 5 interceptions.
Wide receiver Josh Kelly averages 81.78 receiving yards per game and has 5 touchdowns, while Caleb Douglas is averaging 66.0 receiving yards per game, and has 4 receiving touchdowns. From a defensive standpoint, Texas Tech has 11 interceptions and 11 sacks. They are allowing 34.44 points per game.
Prediction
There is no questioning the fact that Colorado has greatly improved this season, considering the fact that they are already bowl-eligible and are in the Big 12 Title race. The Buffs’ offense has particularly been special behind the quarterback/wide receiver duo of Shedeur Sanders and Travis Hunter.
Colorado’s only real struggles this season have come on the road, having gone 3-2 up to this point. That said, Texas Tech’s defense has been gashed all season long, opening the door for another huge offensive game for the Buffaloes. Because of the Red Raiders’ struggles on defense and the fact that Colorado’s defense has been improving, backing Colorado to cover will be our best bet.
Final Pick
Colorado Buffaloes -3.5 (-108)
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