Colorado vs. Texas Tech Prediction, Betting Pick, Latest Odds
The Colorado Buffaloes will square off with the Texas Tech Red Raiders on Saturday afternoon in what is shaping up to be a high-scoring Big 12 affair. Can Shedeur Sanders and Travis Hunter bring the offense and turn this into an old-fashioned shootout down south? Next Level Bets is targeting the total in Colorado vs. Texas Tech.
Next Level Bets - November 9, 2024, 1:45 PM EST
4 minColorado vs. Texas Tech Prediction, Betting Pick, Latest Odds
We have an exciting matchup as the Colorado Buffaloes (6-2) take on the Texas Tech Red Raiders (6-3) in what promises to be a high-scoring game filled with explosive plays. Both teams have shown they can put points on the board, but they also have defensive struggles that could lead to a shootout. Colorado will be on the road, traveling to face Texas Tech. Lets take a deeper dive in today's game.
Colorado vs. Texas Tech Odds
Colorado vs. Texas Tech Date, Time, and Where To Watch
- Date: November 9, 2024
- Time: 4:00 pm ET
- Where To Watch: FOX
Colorado vs. Texas Tech Prediction
The Buffaloes’ offense, led by standout quarterback Shedeur Sanders and versatile playmaker Travis Hunter, has been exceptional this season. Colorado's explosive receiving corps, including Jimmy Horn, Will Shepard, and Lajohntay Wester, provides Sanders with multiple options to exploit Texas Tech’s struggling secondary. Texas Tech ranks as one of the worst in the country against the pass, allowing 282.4 passing yards per game. Given Colorado’s high-powered offense and Sanders' passing ability, Texas Tech’s secondary will likely face a long day.
Colorado’s offensive line has improved significantly, providing Sanders with more protection and giving their talented skill players the space they need to make plays. Colorado's offensive front should hold up well enough against this not so good Texas Tech D-line to allow Sanders time where he can find his open receivers.
On the flip side, Texas Tech brings a capable offense that should have no trouble moving the ball against a Colorado defense that has been shaky all season. The Buffaloes’ defense allows 272.6 passing yards and 155.1 rushing yards per game, making them vulnerable to both the pass and the run. Texas Tech has the weapons needed to exploit these weaknesses and put up points of their own, especially at home, where they’ll look to energize their fans and keep up with Colorado’s scoring pace.
Both defenses have struggled to stop the pass and have given up big plays consistently, setting up what should be a high-scoring affair. With Colorado’s talent advantage at skill positions and Texas Tech's ability to exploit Colorado’s defensive vulnerabilities, this game is likely to come down to which team can get a crucial stop in the final moments. Expect a back-and-forth contest that could go down to the wire.
Colorado vs. Texas Tech
- Pick: Colorado/Texas Tech Over 62.5 (-110) Click here for complete Colorado vs. Texas Tech odds
