Colorado vs Texas Tech Picks and Prediction – 11/9/2024

The Colorado Buffaloes return to action this week with the game in Lubbock against Texas Tech. Colorado is ranked #23 in the nation with six wins and two losses overall having won four of the last five including two in a row following an 11 point victory against Cincinnati in their last outing. Offensively Colorado has been phenomenal as of late averaging 36.4 points per game over the last five resulting in four wins. Defensively Colorado has been top tier as well allowing just 22.6 points per game over their last five. For more College Football news see our College Football Picks.

Shedeur Sanders leads Colorado this season with 2591 yards and 21 scores on 220 completions. Isaiah Augustave is the top running back on the roster with 271 yards and three scores on 63 carries. Travis Hunter leads all receivers with 757 yards and eight touchdowns on 60 grabs. LaJohntay Wester has added 501 yards and seven touchdowns on 39 catches this season.

The Texas Tech Red Raiders return home this week with six wins and three losses overall following an upset victory against #11 ranked Iowa State a week ago. Offensively Texas Tech compiled 366 yards to score 23 points including thirteen in the second half. Defensively Texas Tech allowed 432 yards forced 2 turnovers holding Iowa State to just 22 points in the win.

Behren Morton led the way for the Texas Tech offense completing 21 passes for 237 yards and two scores. Tahj Brooks chewed up the ground with 25 carries for 122 yards and one touchdown. Josh Kelly led all receivers for Texas Tech with 127 yards and two touchdowns on 8 receptions. Caleb Douglas chipped in for Texas Tech as well with five catches for 35 yards finishing second on the team.

Colorado is by far the better team in this matchup as they now have a chance at the conference championship with a few losses by top teams a week ago. Look for Colorado to dominate this game start to finish as they roll to the easy win against a good team. Take the Buffaloes this week to continue their winning ways as they get the win and cover on the road Saturday Final Score Prediction, Colorado Buffaloes win and cover 41-20.