- Game: West Virginia Mountaineers vs Texas Tech Red Raiders
- Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026
- Location: Galaxy Stadium in Lubbock, TX
- TV: ESPN
- Odds/Point Spread: Red Raiders (-17.5)
- Total/Over-Under: 63.5
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In an exhilarating clash, the Texas Tech Red Raiders (7-1) are set to face off against the West Virginia Mountaineers (5-3) on Saturday, November 7, 2026, at Galaxy Stadium. The Mountaineers enter this matchup as 17.5-point underdogs, with the total points expected to reach 63.5.
The West Virginia Mountaineers boast a season record of 5-3. In their most recent matchup, they triumphed over the TCU Horned Frogs, clinching a narrow win with a score of 24-20. Defensively, the Mountaineers allowed 112 rushing yards on 35 attempts, averaging 3.2 yards per carry. They conceded 372 passing yards, completing 33 out of 47 attempts, resulting in a 70.2% completion rate. Throughout the game, they executed 58 plays amassing 265 yards, including 186 yards on the ground from 43 rushes, averaging 4.3 yards per carry.
This season, the Mountaineers have garnered a total of 3,745 yards. In terms of touchdowns, West Virginia has recorded 12 through the air and 26 on the ground, with 8 turnovers. They have achieved 184 first downs and incurred 46 penalties totaling 389 yards. Ranking fifth nationwide, they average 261.6 rushing yards per game and score an impressive 35.9 points per game.
However, on defense, the Mountaineers have allowed 2,543 passing yards, placing them 137th in Division 1. They surrender an average of 317.9 passing yards a game, with a completion percentage of 68.0%. Overall, they allow 483.9 yards per game, ranking 137th. This includes 18 touchdowns lost through the air and 13 on the ground, with opposing teams averaging 4.6 yards per rush for a total of 1,328 rushing yards this season. Their defense ranks 126th, giving up 32.3 points per game.
On the other side, the Red Raiders are enjoying a successful season with a record of 7-1. In their last contest, they secured a 34-26 win against the Arizona Wildcats. Texas Tech racked up 472 yards on 72 plays (averaging 6.6 yards per play), executing 328 rushing yards on 47 carries, averaging 7.0 yards per carry. Defensively, they allowed just 12 rushing yards across 30 attempts (0.4 yards per rush) but gave up 417 yards through the air on 33 of 45 passes, yielding a completion percentage of 73.3%.
Scoring-wise, the Red Raiders hold an impressive average of 35.6 points per game, ranking 24th nationally. Their offensive performance averages 425.8 yards per game, placing them 35th overall. However, they have recorded 451 penalty yards due to 51 infractions, ranking 77th for discipline. The team has thrown 7 interceptions and lost 6 fumbles, while securing 176 first downs. Through the current season, the Texas Tech offense has achieved 1,750 passing yards, averaging 218.8 yards per game (81st in the nation), alongside an average of 207.0 rushing yards, totaling 1,656 yards this season.
On defense, the Red Raiders are allowing 21.1 points per game, placing them 43rd in Division 1. With a total of 759 rushing yards conceded (94.9 yards per game), they’ve allowed 3 rushing touchdowns. They have also given up 17 passing touchdowns and 285.0 yards per game, ranking them 135th overall in college football. Their defense has participated in 569 plays this season, which ranks them 115th, recovering 1 fumble and recording 13 interceptions, totaling 169 points allowed this season.
Who will take the victory in this compelling Mountaineers vs. Red Raiders matchup?
Prediction: Bet on the Mountaineers +17.5
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