- Matchup: Texas Tech Red Raiders vs. Cincinnati Bearcats
- Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
- Venue: Nippert Stadium, Cincinnati, OH
- Broadcast: FS1
- Point Spread: Bearcats (+10.5)
- Over/Under: 55.5
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The Texas Tech Red Raiders (6-0) are headed to Nippert Stadium on Saturday, October 24, 2026, to face off against the Cincinnati Bearcats (4-2). Oddsmakers have given Texas Tech a 10.5-point edge in this matchup, with the total set at 55.5.
Entering this contest, the Texas Tech Red Raiders boast a perfect 6-0 record this season. In their most recent game, they triumphed over the Arizona State Sun Devils with a commanding 53-25 victory. They executed a total of 64 plays, accumulating 502 yards. On the ground, the Red Raiders achieved 260 yards on 37 carries, averaging an impressive 7.0 yards per run. Defensively, they held the opposition to just 35 rushing yards on 28 attempts, yielding an average of 1.3 yards per carry. Through the air, Texas Tech allowed 30 completions out of 44 attempts, resulting in 380 passing yards and a completion percentage of 68.2%.
This season, the Red Raiders have amassed a total of 2,534 yards. In their quest for touchdowns, Texas Tech has secured 8 passing touchdowns and 16 rushing touchdowns, while committing 9 turnovers. The offense has made 134 first downs and incurred 32 penalties amounting to 292 yards. Averaging 192.5 rushing yards per game, they rank 38th nationally. With a scoring average of 37.8 points per game, the Texas Tech Red Raiders are a formidable offensive force.
However, defensively, they’ve allowed 1,691 passing yards, ranking them 121st in Division 1. They concede approximately 281.8 yards per game through the air and maintain a completion percentage of 62.6%. Overall, they permit 363.8 total yards per game, putting them at 78th in Division 1. On the ground, they’ve allowed 12 rushing touchdowns this season with an average of only 2.9 yards per carry and 82.0 rushing yards per game, totaling 492 rushing yards over 6 games. The Red Raiders possess a solid defense, ranking 28th in the nation by conceding only 17.7 points per game.
The Cincinnati Bearcats enter this game with a record of 4-2. In their last outing, they faced a setback, losing 45-42 against the West Virginia Mountaineers. Cincinnati’s rushing attack averaged 5.8 yards per carry, totaling 233 yards over 40 carries. The team recorded a remarkable 622 total yards on 70 plays, averaging 8.9 yards per play. Their secondary, however, gave up a completion percentage of 75.8%, relinquishing 464 yards through the air on 25 receptions out of 33 attempts. Cincinnati also faced 46 rushing attempts totaling 134 yards (2.9 yards per carry).
On the scoring front, Cincinnati ranks 36th in Division 1, averaging 35.2 points per game. Their offense generates an impressive 460.0 yards per game, placing them 19th nationally. The Bearcats have accrued 381 yards in penalties over 44 infractions, ranking 60th in the nation for penalty yards. With zero interceptions and two lost fumbles, they have successfully tallied 130 first downs. So far this season, the Bearcats have amassed 1,373 passing yards, averaging 228.8 yards per game, which ranks 73rd across college football. Their ground game has produced 231.2 yards per game, totaling 1,387 rushing yards this season.
Cincinnati’s defense has permitted a total of 842 rushing yards (140.3 yards/game) and 11 rushing touchdowns this year. They’ve also allowed 8 passing touchdowns, giving up an average of 294.0 yards per game, placing them 136th in Division 1. Throughout the season, Cincinnati has surrendered a total of 161 points. Their defense has managed to recover 3 fumbles and secure 4 interceptions. Having been on the field for 423 plays, their defense ranks 71st in Division 1, allowing an average of 26.8 points per game (97th nationally).
Who will secure the victory in this crucial Red Raiders vs. Bearcats college football clash?
Prediction: Bet on the Bearcats +10.5
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