- Matchup: UCF Knights vs Texas Tech Red Raiders
- Date: Saturday, November 15, 2025
- Venue: Jones AT&T Stadium, Lubbock, TX
- Broadcast: FOX
- Betting Line: Red Raiders favored by 23.5 points
- Total Points: 48.5
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On Saturday, November 15, 2025, the UCF Knights (4-5) are set to clash with the Texas Tech Red Raiders (8-1) at Jones AT&T Stadium. The Knights enter the game as significant underdogs, with a point spread of 23.5 against them. The total points line is set at 48.5.
This season, the UCF Knights hold a record of 4-5. In their most recent outing, the Knights suffered a narrow 30-27 loss to the Houston Cougars. Defensively, UCF allowed 210 rushing yards on 49 attempts, averaging 4.3 yards per carry. Through the air, they conceded 223 yards on 20 completions out of 31 attempts, resulting in a completion percentage of 64.5%. Overall, the Knights ran 60 plays for 282 yards, achieving 146 rushing yards on 30 carries, which averages out to 4.9 yards per rush.

This year, the Knights have accumulated a total yardage of 3,623. Offensively, they have recorded 6 passing touchdowns and 19 rushing touchdowns while turning the ball over 12 times. UCF has also collected 174 first downs but has been penalized 68 times for 535 yards. Their ground game ranks 34th nationally, averaging 186.3 rushing yards per game, and they have a scoring average of 27.2 points per game.
On the defensive side, UCF has allowed 1,514 passing yards, placing them 19th in Division 1. They surrender an average of 168.2 passing yards per game with a completion percentage allowed of 61.5%. Overall, they have given up 321.7 yards per game, ranking 30th. UCF’s defense has allowed 10 passing touchdowns and 9 rushing touchdowns, averaging 3.9 yards per carry and 153.4 rushing yards per game. Throughout the season, the Knights have given up 1,381 rushing yards across 9 games, ranking 28th in the country by allowing 20.0 points per game.
The Texas Tech Red Raiders enter this game with a strong 8-1 record for the season. In their latest match, they secured a convincing victory over the BYU Cougars with a score of 29-7. Texas Tech’s defense limited the Cougars to 67 rushing yards on 27 attempts (2.5 yards per carry) and allowed a 60.5% completion rate, giving up 188 passing yards on 23 of 38 attempts. Offensively, the Red Raiders registered 368 total yards, completing 75 plays for an average of 4.9 yards per play and rushing for 149 yards on 43 carries at 3.5 yards each.
In terms of scoring, Texas Tech ranks 4th in Division 1, averaging a remarkable 43.6 points per game. They are also 5th nationally for total yards at 492.3 yards per game. The Red Raiders currently have 528 penalty yards on 62 infractions, ranking them 31st in the nation for penalties incurred. So far this season, they have thrown 7 interceptions and have surrendered 5 fumbles, while achieving 214 first downs. Texas Tech has amassed a total of 2,650 passing yards with an average of 294.4 passing yards per game, placing them 14th in the nation. They are also averaging 197.9 rushing yards, accumulating 1,781 total rushing yards this season.
Defensively, Texas Tech is allowing just 13.2 points per game, ranking 5th in the nation. They have permitted a total of 671 rushing yards (74.6 yards per game) and 5 rushing touchdowns over the season. In terms of the passing game, they have allowed 9 touchdowns and an average of 196.8 yards per game, ranking them 37th in Division 1. Their defense has participated in 596 plays, which places them 96th nationally, and they have recorded 10 fumble recoveries alongside 10 interceptions this season, yielding a total of 119 points.
Who will emerge victorious in this Knights vs. Red Raiders college football game against the spread?
Prediction: Bet on the Red Raiders -23.5
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