News Summary
In a crucial Week 7 college football matchup, the Houston Cougars will take on the struggling Oklahoma State Cowboys. The Cougars enter this game as heavy favorites, boasting a strong record while the Cowboys are grappling with a disappointing season. With key player injuries on both sides, this game could be pivotal for both teams as they look to turn their seasons around.
Houston – In a pivotal Week 7 college football matchup, the Houston Cougars will visit the struggling Oklahoma State Cowboys. This contest marks an important moment for both teams as they navigate the current season.
The Cougars enter the game as significant 14.5-point favorites on DraftKings Sportsbook with moneyline odds of -650. In contrast, the Cowboys hold +470 odds. The game total is set at 48.5 points.
Historically, Houston and Oklahoma State have faced one another 21 times, with both teams splitting the wins at 10 each and one tie. Their most recent matchup in 2023 concluded with Oklahoma State victorious by a score of 43-40.
Current Records and Performance
Houston currently stands at a record of 4-1 and has a 3-2 mark against the spread. The Cougars commenced their season with four victories in a row, defeating Stephen F. Austin, Rice, Colorado, and Oregon State. Their only loss was against Texas Tech, where they suffered a 35-11 defeat.
Quarterback Conner Weigman, who had previously suffered a concussion in the loss to Texas Tech, has returned to practice and is expected to play against Oklahoma State. During that game, backup quarterback Zeon Chriss managed only 93 yards, alongside 1 touchdown and 1 interception.
This season, Weigman has completed 59.3% of his passes for 910 yards, gaining 6 touchdowns and 2 interceptions, and also rushing for 148 yards and 4 rushing touchdowns. Lead rusher Dean Connors has contributed 355 yards on 80 carries, while Stacy Sneed adds another 120 rushing yards.
In the receiving department, Houston benefits from a capable corps, featuring Amare Thomas, Stephon Johnson Jr., and Tanner Koziol. Each has secured at least 244 receiving yards and two touchdowns this season, with Johnson leading the Big 12 as he averages 26.1 yards per reception.
As a collective, Houston averages 27.2 points per game, ranking 80th nationwide, and accumulates 357 total offensive yards per game. Defensively, they allow an average of 322.8 total yards and 17.6 points, placing them 29th in Division I.
Oklahoma State’s Struggles
In stark contrast, the Oklahoma State Cowboys are languishing with a record of 1-4, their sole win coming against UT Martin at 27-7. They are currently mired in a four-game losing streak, with losses to Oregon, Tulsa, Baylor, and Arizona. The disappointing performance led to the termination of head coach Mike Gundy, and Doug Meacham is now serving as interim head coach, having started with an 0-2 record.
Compounding the Cowboys’ difficulties, starting quarterback Zane Flores is anticipated to miss the upcoming game due to a shoulder injury sustained in the loss to Arizona, during which he managed to throw for only 47 yards with an interception. Sam Jackson V will assume starting quarterback duties in Flores’s absence, having completed 7 of 11 passes for 77 yards this season.
Oklahoma State’s offensive woes are evident as they score an average of just 16.4 points per game, which ranks 131st out of 136 Division I teams. They have only recorded 2 passing touchdowns this season, while their defense is allowing an alarming average of 36.2 points per game, positioning them 130th in the national rankings.
As Oklahoma State continues to face their challenges, Houston is poised to exploit their weaknesses, capitalizing on Houston’s robust offensive capabilities against a struggling Cowboys team in this crucial matchup.
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Additional Resources
- Pickswise: Houston Cougars vs Oklahoma State Cowboys Predictions
- SI: 3 Houston Cougars Offensive Players Who Need to Bounce Back Against Oklahoma State
- USA Today: Houston vs Oklahoma State Football TV, Streaming, Odds
- Covers: Houston vs Oklahoma State Prediction, Picks, Odds, Best Bets
- Sports Chat Place: Oklahoma State vs Houston Prediction
- Wikipedia: Houston Cougars Football
- Google Search: Oklahoma State Cowboys Football
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Oklahoma State Cowboys Football
- Google News: College Football News
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