- Matchup: Arizona Wildcats vs. Texas Tech Red Raiders
- Date: Saturday, October 31, 2026
- Venue: Galaxy Stadium, Lubbock, TX
- Broadcast: ESPN
- Betting Odds: Red Raiders favored by 3.5 points
- Point Total: 54.5
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The Arizona Wildcats, boasting a record of 6-1, are set to visit Galaxy Stadium on Saturday, October 31, 2026, for a showdown against the Texas Tech Red Raiders, who also hold a 6-1 record. Arizona enters this contest as 3.5-point underdogs, with the total score projected at 54.5.
The Wildcats, currently at 6-1 this season, recently secured a decisive victory over the Iowa State Cyclones, winning 39-3. They executed 73 plays, accumulating 477 total yards. Of those, Arizona managed to achieve 141 rushing yards on 36 attempts, averaging 3.9 yards per carry. Defensively, the Wildcats allowed 52 rushing yards on 31 carries, averaging 1.7 yards per rush. In the passing game, they permitted 15 completions on 27 attempts for 169 yards, resulting in a completion rate of 55.6%.
This season, the Wildcats have amassed a total of 3,216 yards. In terms of scoring, they’ve recorded 18 touchdowns through the air and added 13 on the ground, while committing 8 turnovers. Arizona has produced 167 first downs offensively, alongside 42 penalties for a total of 391 yards. Their rushing attack averages 148.6 yards per game, ranking them 82nd in NCAA Division I. The Wildcats score an average of 36.1 points per game.
Defensively, Arizona has allowed 1,454 passing yards, placing them 53rd in Division I, with an average of 207.7 passing yards surrendered per game and a completion percentage against of 57.9%. On average, they give up 314.9 yards per game, ranking 29th nationally. They have conceded 5 passing touchdowns and 8 rushing touchdowns, restricting opponents to 3.1 yards per carry and 107.1 rushing yards per game. This season, they’ve given up a total of 750 rushing yards over 7 games and rank 23rd nationally in team defense, allowing 16.7 points per game.
The Texas Tech Red Raiders enter this matchup with a 6-1 record as well. Their recent outing ended in defeat, suffering a 37-24 loss to the Cincinnati Bearcats. In that game, Texas Tech generated 400 yards on 76 plays (averaging 5.3 yards per play) and managed to run for 173 yards on 39 carries, averaging 4.4 yards per carry. Defensively, they allowed 40 rushing attempts for 255 yards (6.4 yards per carry), and in the air, they allowed 63.3% completion rate, giving up 172 yards on 19 completions out of 30 attempts.
The Red Raiders are averaging 419.1 yards per game, placing them 48th in Division I. Their offense has committed 377 penalty yards through 45 infractions, which ranks 81st nationally in assistance to opponents. They average 189.7 rushing yards per game, tallying a total of 1,328 rushing yards this season. Texas Tech has thrown 7 interceptions and lost 5 fumbles, accumulating 156 first downs. Their scoring ability ranks them 28th in the country with an average of 35.9 points per game. So far this season, they’ve accumulated 1,606 passing yards and average 229.4 passing yards per game, ranking 69th in Division I.
On defense, Texas Tech concedes 20.4 points per game, which ranks 35th in Division I. They’ve allowed a total of 747 rushing yards, averaging 106.7 yards per game on the ground, with only one touchdown given up on the ground. However, they have surrendered 16 passing touchdowns, averaging 266.1 yards allowed per game, which puts them at 126th in Division I. Their defense has been on the field for 494 plays this season, ranking them 93rd overall. They have registered 1 fumble recovery and 13 interceptions to date, allowing a total of 143 points.
Who will take the win in today’s Wildcats vs. Red Raiders college football clash against the spread?
Pick: Bet on the Red Raiders -3.5
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