Texas vs. Washington Prediction, Game Preview: A Complete Preview of the CFP Semifinal
The Texas Longhorns slid into the College Football Playoff by way of the Big 12 Championship, and will face off against the undefeated Washington Huskies on New Years Day. Can Quinn Ewers and the Longhorns avenge last year's bowl loss and advance to the National Championship? Matt McCuen breaks down the semifinal showdown.
Matt McCuen - December 6, 2023, 3:30 PM EST
5 minTexas vs. Washington Prediction, Game Preview: A Complete Preview of the CFP Semifinal
The Texas Longhorns and the Washington Huskies will clash from the Sunshine State with a trip to the National Championship on the line.
The site will be Mercedes Benz Stadium. The winner will be crowned as the Champion of the Sugar Bowl. We are still about one month away from this game, so in the meantime, let's break down this matchup and the betting lines.
Texas opened as a four-point favorite. The line has moved a half point in the favor of the Longhorns in the last few days.
Let's meet both of these teams.
Texas vs. Washington Odds
Team | Point Spread | Moneyline Odds | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
#3 Texas (12-1) | -4 | -180 | O 64.5 |
#2 Washington (13-0) | +4 | +160 | U 64.5 |
Texas vs. Washington Date, Time and Where to Watch
- Date: January 1, 2024
- Time: 8:45 pm ET
- Where to Watch: ABC
Texas Players to Watch
QB: Quinn Ewers
Ewers threw for 3,161 yards, 21 touchdowns, and six interceptions this season. Additionally, Ewers has rushed for five touchdowns.
RB: CJ Baxter
Baxter stepped in as the lead back in the absence of the team's leading rusher, Jonathan Brooks. Baxter has stepped into the lead-back role nicely, racking up 595 yards and four touchdowns.
WR: Xavier Worthy
Worthy leads the Horns in both receptions and yards. The junior has racked up 73 receptions, 969 yards, and five touchdowns.
WR: Adonai Mitchell
The Georgia transfer has racked up 813 yards and a team-best 10 receiving touchdowns.
LB: Jaylan Ford
The Frisco, Texas native leads the team in tackles with 91.
DE: Ethan Burke
The sophomore defensive end leads the Longhorns with 5.5 sacks.
CB: Terrance Brooks
The Little Elm, Texas native is tied for the team lead in interceptions with three.
Washington Players to Watch
QB: Michael Penix Jr.
Penix Jr. is a Heisman finalist, throwing for 4,218 yards, 33 touchdowns, and nine interceptions.
RB: Dillon Johnson
The sophomore running back has racked up a team-best 1,113 yards and 14 touchdowns. Johnson is averaging 5.5 yards per rush.
WR: Rome Odunze
The Las Vegas native has been one of the best receivers in college football. Odunze leads the team with 1,428 yards and 13 touchdowns.
WR: Ja'Lynn Polk
The sophomore earned himself a 1,000-yard season, ending the year with 1,000 yards on the dot. Additionally, Polk caught eight touchdowns.
CB: Dominique Hampton
The Senior from Glendale, Arizona, leads the Huskies in tackles with 92.
DE: Bralen Trice
Trice has been the Husky's best pass rusher, leading the team with 5.5 sacks.
S: Mishael Powell
The Washington native leads the Huskies with three interceptions.
Washington vs. Texas Prediction, Betting Pick
This line will continue to move in the favor of the Longhorns. Texas is the more well-rounded team.
These are both explosive offenses, but the difference in this game will be which defense can get more stops. The Texas defense ranks 10th in the nation, allowing opponents 17.5 points per game. Washington meanwhile ranks 44th in college football, allowing opponents 23.6 points per game.
Offensively, these teams match up similarly as the Huskies average 37.7 points per game and the Longhorns average 36.2 points per game.
- Pick: Texas -4 (-120) Click here to see which sportsbook has the best odds
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