Texas-El Paso vs Louisiana Tech Picks and Prediction – 10/23/2024

The UTEP Miners stay on the road this week with one win through seven games played following a nine point victory against FIU a week ago to end a long losing streak. Defensively UTEP did the work a week ago allowing just 21 points and less than 300 yards after forcing 4 turnovers in the game. The UTEP offense had their best game of the season with 372 yards and 30 points including 17 in the first half to get their first win of the year. For more College action see our College Football Picks.

Skyler Locklear carried the load for the UTEP offense completing 14 passes for 161 yards and one score. Javon Jackson led the team with 148 yards and one touchdown on 26 carries. Kenny Odom was the top receiver with 95 yards on 4 catches, while Trey Goodman added four catches for 25 yards as well. Javon Jackson chipped in 22 yards and one score on one catch.

The Louisiana Tech Bulldogs will be back at home this week with just two wins for six games played having dropped four of the last five following a three-point double overtime loss to New Mexico State in their last outing. Defensively Louisiana Tech struggled a week ago allowing 33 points including nine in the overtime on 364 total yards. Offensively Louisiana Tech scored 30 points on 364 yards but scored just six in overtime leading to the loss.

Evan Bullock led the way for Louisiana Tech a week ago completing 22 passes for 233 yards and two scores in the game. Omiri Wiggins led the team with 63 yards and one score on 14 carries. Tru Edwards proved to be the top receiver on the roster with 110 yards and two touchdowns on 9 grabs to lead the team. Eli Finley chipped in a second best two catches for 33 yards.

Both teams had a ton of issues coming into this game, but Louisiana Tech is the better team. Look for the Bulldogs who lean on their home fans as they overwhelm one of the worst teams in the country. Take Louisiana Tech this week to end their rough spot as they get the home win and cover. Final Score Prediction, Louisiana Tech Bulldogs win and cover 27-10.