Houston vs. TCU Prediction, Betting Pick, Latest Odds
The TCU Horned Frogs will host the Houston Cougars for an in-state Big 12 battle. Can Donovan Smith and the Cougars get the offense going and contribute to a high-scoring game on Friday night? Matt McCuen is targeting the total with his betting pick in this Houston vs. TCU matchup.
Matt McCuen - October 4, 2024, 12:32 PM EDT
5 minHouston vs. TCU Prediction, Betting Pick, Latest Odds
The Houston Cougars and the TCU Horned Frogs will meet tonight in Fort Worth, Texas.
Houston rolls into this contest with a record of 1-4. After a long run of successful seasons, the last few years have been tough for Houston. The Cougs went 4-8 last year, their worst season since 2019.
The rough season forced a coaching change, and Willie Fritz took over the Houston program. The Fritz era is off to a tough start, but the program believes he is the answer for the future.
Houston has not scored a point in the last two weeks, and will look to bounce back on Friday night by getting their offense going.
Houston vs. TCU Date, Time and Where to Watch
- Date: October 4, 2024
- Time: 7:30 pm ET
- Where to Watch: ESPN
Houston vs. TCU Odds
- Spread: Houston +16.5 (-115), TCU -16.5 (-105)
- Total Odds: O 50.5 (-110), U 50.5 (-110)
- Moneyline Odds: Sam Houston State (+550), UTEP (-800)
Houston vs. TCU Prediction
Senior Donovan Smith leads the offense with 681 yards, two touchdowns, and five interceptions.
Stacy Sneed leads the ground game with 217 yards and one touchdown.
Houston native Stephon Johnson leads the receiving game, racking up 174 yards and one touchdown.
TCU rolls into play with a 3-2 record. Two years ago, the Horned Frogs stunned the nation on their way to a National Championship game.
The Horned Frogs took a step back last season when they went 5-7 and missed a bowl game. Third-year head coach Sonny Dykes is hopeful he can take his team back to a bowl game this season.
With a win tonight, TCU would need two more wins to become bowl-eligible. TCU picked up a big road win last weekend over Kansas on the road.
Sophomore Josh Hoover leads the offense, throwing for 1,774 yards, 14 touchdowns, and four interceptions.
Round Rock, Texas native Cam Cook has scampered for a team-best 259 yards and six touchdowns.
Jack Bech has been the top target in the passing game with 647 yards and six touchdowns.
Houston vs. TCU Betting Pick
Both of these teams will allow points at will tonight.
TCU ranks 123rd in points allowed per game (38.8).
While Houston's offense has struggled lately, theirs will move the ball with ease tonight.
The Horned Frogs have been explosive on offense on the other side of the ball. TCU ranks 17th in points scored per game (38.0).
Let’s stay hot and cash tonight!
Pick: TCU/Houston Over 50 -115 Click here to see which sportsbook has the best odds
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