The Texas Tech Red Raiders (3-2, 1-1 Big 12) travel to Stillwater to take on the No. 7 Oklahoma State Cowboys (4-0, 1-0) Saturday for a 3:30 p.m. ET kickoff (FS1). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Texas Tech vs. Oklahoma State odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.
After sneaking past rival Texas 37-34 two weeks ago, the Red Raiders fell back to earth last Saturday with a 37-28 loss to Kansas State and QB Adrian Martinez.
In the 1st season under coach Joey McGuire, Texas Tech is on a path to relevance in the Big 12. Recruiting has been heating up and the fans and alumni are getting on board with the scheme he and new offensive coordinator Zach Kittley have brought to Lubbock. The “Air Raid” has been successful for the Red Raiders, however, it may not be enough against the Cowboys this week.
OSU was able to avenge last season’s Big 12 Championship Game loss by beating then No. 14 Baylor 36-25 last Saturday. Senior QB Spencer Sanders has finally shown why coach Mike Gundy has stayed with him so long despite his many struggles in key moments for Oklahoma State. This steadfast support is now being rewarded as the Cowboys boast an undefeated record heading into this matchup at home.