- Matchup: Houston Cougars vs. Oklahoma State Cowboys
- Scheduled Date: Saturday, October 11, 2025
- Venue: Boone Pickens Stadium, Stillwater, OK
- Broadcast: TNT
- Betting Odds: Cowboys (+13.5)
- Over/Under Total: 47.5
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The Oklahoma State Cowboys (1-4) are set to face off against the Houston Cougars (4-1) at Boone Pickens Stadium on Saturday, October 11, 2025. According to Vegas oddsmakers, the Cowboys enter the contest as 13.5-point underdogs, with a total set at 47.5 points.
Sporting a 4-1 record, the Houston Cougars are looking to bounce back after a recent defeat against the Texas Tech Red Raiders, where they lost 35-11. In that matchup, the Cougars allowed the Red Raiders to rack up 207 rushing yards on 50 carries, averaging 4.1 yards per carry. Houston struggled in pass defense as well, permitting 345 yards on 28 completions out of 40 attempts, yielding a completion rate of 70.0%. Overall, they managed 55 offensive plays for 267 total yards. On the ground, the Cougars attempted 30 rushes, accumulating 103 yards at an average of 3.4 yards per attempt.
This season, the Cougars have accumulated a total of 1,785 yards. On the offensive front, Houston has scored 7 touchdowns through the air and another 7 on the ground, while committing 4 turnovers. They have achieved 82 first downs but have also committed 27 penalties, totaling 238 yards. Averaging 157.8 rushing yards per game puts them at 66th in college football. When it comes to scoring, the Houston Cougars average 27.2 points per game.
Defensively, the Cougars have allowed 906 passing yards this season, ranking them 32nd nationally. They concede an average of 181.2 passing yards per game with a completion percentage against of 61.7%. Overall, Houston allows 322.8 yards per game, putting them at 43rd in the nation. Thus far, they have permitted 3 touchdown passes and 7 rushing touchdowns. The Cougars allow an average of 3.5 yards per carry, giving up 141.6 rushing yards per game, with 708 total rushing yards conceded throughout the season. They rank 29th in Division I for opponents’ scoring, surrendering 17.6 points per game.
The Oklahoma State Cowboys currently hold a 1-4 record this season. In their previous game, they faced a tough loss against the Arizona Wildcats, finishing 41-13. The Cowboys managed only 89 rushing yards on 31 attempts, averaging 2.9 yards per carry. Their offensive production in that game was limited to 158 yards on 59 plays, averaging just 2.7 yards per play. Defensively, Oklahoma State’s secondary struggled, allowing a 72.1% completion rate and 433 passing yards on 31 completions from 43 attempts. They gave up 45 rushing yards on 33 attempts, averaging just 1.4 yards per carry.
In terms of scoring, the Cowboys are ranked 130th across the nation, averaging only 16.4 points per game. Their offense averages 315.8 total yards per game, positioning them at 122nd in Division I. The Cowboys have accumulated 275 yards in penalties due to 28 infractions, placing them at 98th nationally for helping the opposition. This season, they have thrown for a total of 877 passing yards, ranking 113th with an average of 175.4 passing yards per game. On the ground, they average 140.4 yards per game, having rushed a total of 702 yards this season.
However, the Cowboys’ defense struggles, allowing 36.2 points per game, ranking them 130th in Division I. They have surrendered 897 rushing yards (179.4 yards per game) and 7 rushing touchdowns this year. In pass defense, they’ve allowed 14 touchdown passes and an average of 294.6 passing yards, placing them 132nd nationally. Their defense has participated in 346 plays, ranking them 80th overall, while also forcing 3 fumbles and 3 interceptions this season. Cumulatively, they have allowed 181 total points.
Who will emerge victorious in tonight’s clash between the Cougars and Cowboys?
Tip: Opt for the Cowboys +13.5
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