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The Houston Cougars celebrated a thrilling overtime victory over the Oregon State Beavers, winning 27-24. This win keeps the Cougars undefeated in the Big 12 Conference and marks their first 4-0 start since 2016. Houston is now preparing for a crucial matchup against No. 11 Texas Tech, also at 4-0. The upcoming game poses a challenge, as the Cougars seek to snap a six-game losing streak against the Red Raiders, who are favored to win. Players and coaches emphasize the need for improvement as they head into this tightly contested battle.
Houston, Texas – The Houston Cougars achieved a thrilling victory against the Oregon State Beavers in an overtime game, winning 27-24. This triumph ensures that the Cougars remain undefeated in the Big 12 Conference and marks a significant milestone for the team, as they are now 4-0 for the first time since 2016. The Cougars are gearing up for a high-stakes matchup against No. 11 Texas Tech, who also boasts an unblemished record of 4-0.
The highly anticipated game will take place on Saturday, October 4, at 6:00 p.m. at TDECU Stadium in Houston. As the Cougars prepare for this pivotal contest, they face the challenge of breaking a six-game losing streak against the Red Raiders, having not defeated Texas Tech since September 26, 2009. The upcoming game sees Texas Tech favored by 12.5 points, with the ESPN Matchup Predictor giving them a 74.6 percent chance of winning.
Despite their undefeated status, Houston has yet to receive any votes in the Associated Press (AP) Poll. Texas Tech’s roster is recognized as one of the most talented in the Big 12, attributed to strong recruiting efforts. The Red Raiders’ head coach has acknowledged the formidable nature of the Houston football team. Similarly, the Cougars’ head coach discussed the need for his team to improve across all three phases: offense, defense, and special teams.
In their previous game, Houston’s offense struggled with conversions, highlighting the necessity for improved performance to maintain drives. Among notable players, junior wide receiver Amare Thomas has demonstrated significant progress, while tight end Tanner Koziol has emerged as a key target with commendable catching ability and speed. Houston’s defense, which has shown noticeable improvement under recent coaching, continues to strengthen despite the departure of their former coordinator to Texas Tech.
Linebacker Sione Fotu received recognition as the co-Big 12 defensive player of the week after an impressive performance where he recorded a career-high 15 tackles against Oregon State. On the other hand, Texas Tech’s defense, led by former UH defensive coordinator Shiel Wood, ranks highly in takeaways and is effective at preventing points. The Red Raiders’ quarterback, Behren Morton, has already passed for 1,065 yards and 11 touchdowns this season.
The last encounter between Houston and Texas Tech was decisive, ending with a 49-28 victory for the Red Raiders. However, the upcoming game is expected to be a tightly contested matchup, given both teams’ current form and aspirations. The atmosphere at TDECU Stadium is projected to be electric as fans gear up to support their teams in this critical clash.
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- SI.com: Texas Tech opens as two-score favorites vs Houston Cougars
- Wreck ‘Em Red: Texas Tech HC compliments Houston Cougars ahead of Week 6
- NY Times: Texas Tech vs Houston stream how to watch Oct 4
- UH Cougars: Kick time and network set for Texas Tech matchup
- Houston Chronicle: Houston Cougars football vs Texas Tech
- Wikipedia: Houston Cougars football
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