- Matchup: Oklahoma State Cowboys vs Houston Cougars
- Event Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026
- Venue: TDECU Stadium, Houston, TX
- Broadcast: FOX
- Betting Line: Cougars (-4.5)
- Over/Under Total: 60.5
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The Houston Cougars, boasting a record of 5-1, will face the Oklahoma State Cowboys, who stand at 4-1, at TDECU Stadium on Saturday, October 17, 2026. Oklahoma State is entering this contest as 4.5-point underdogs, with the game total established at 60.5.
Oklahoma State heads into this game with a 4-1 record this season. In their previous matchup, they secured a victory over the UCF Knights with a score of 42-28. Defensively, the Cowboys allowed 110 rushing yards on 41 attempts, yielding an average of 2.7 yards per rush. They also saw the Knights complete 30 of 42 passes for a total of 265 yards, reflecting a completion rate of 71.4%. On offense, Oklahoma State executed 60 plays, resulting in 414 yards. Their rushing efforts included 32 attempts for a total of 110 yards, averaging 3.4 yards per carry.
This season, the Cowboys have amassed a total of 2,607 yards. In the touchdown department, Oklahoma State has recorded 14 TDs through the air and 7 on the ground, with 9 turnovers throughout the season. They have successfully achieved 132 first downs while incurring 23 penalties, resulting in 242 yards lost. Averaging 199.0 rushing yards per game places them at 35th nationally, while their scoring average stands at 38.2 points per game.
Defensively, the Cowboys rank 49th in FBS, allowing 21.4 points per game. They are permitting 3.9 yards per rush and an average of 149.0 rushing yards per game. This season, they have conceded 745 rushing yards over 5 contests. In terms of passing yards allowed, Oklahoma State ranks 22nd nationally with 899 yards given up, equating to 179.8 yards per game and a completion percentage of 60.7%. Overall, they are allowing 328.8 total yards per game, ranking them 46th in the country, with 7 passing TDs and 6 rushing TDs surrendered.
The Cougars enter this game with a solid 5-1 record this season. In their last matchup, they defeated the UCF Knights 27-17. During that game, the Cougars compiled a total of 393 yards across 77 offensive plays, averaging 5.1 yards per play. They effectively rushed for 3.5 yards per carry, totaling 154 yards on 44 attempts. On defense, Houston allowed 21 rushing attempts for 73 yards at 3.5 yards per carry, while their pass defense faced a completion rate of 65.8%, giving up 259 yards on 25 completions out of 38 attempts.
The Houston Cougars average 481.8 yards per game, positioning them 12th in FBS. With a total of 349 penalty yards from 41 infractions, they rank 38th nationally in discipline. Their rushing offense averages 230.0 yards per game, amounting to a total of 1,380 rushing yards. They have made one interception and lost 3 fumbles, while achieving 162 first downs. The Cougars’ scoring ability positions them 15th nationally with an impressive 40.0 points per game. This season, they have passed for a total of 1,511 yards, averaging 251.8 passing yards per game, placing them at 50th in the nation.
Defensively, the Cougars are allowing 19.2 points per game, ranking them 39th nationally. So far this season, they have permitted a total of 444 rushing yards (averaging 74.0 yards per game) and 7 rushing touchdowns. In terms of pass defense, they have allowed 9 touchdowns and given up 248.3 yards per game, ranking them 118th in FBS. The Houston defense has taken the field for 358 plays, ranking 58th in the nation. They have recovered 3 fumbles and recorded 5 interceptions this season, allowing a total of 115 points.
Who will emerge victorious tonight in the Cowboys vs. Cougars clash?
Prediction: Select the Cougars -4.5
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