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Texas Tech Red Raiders vs Oregon State Beavers Picks and Predictions
No. 21 Texas Tech Red Raiders are flying high after two dominant wins, but the Oregon State Beavers head to Lubbock looking to spoil the party in their first road game of the season.
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This is just the second meeting between the programs, the first since 1959 — a one-point Texas Tech win.
Texas Tech: Morton and the Offense on Fire
The Red Raiders have been one of the most explosive teams in the nation. After torching Kent State 62-14, they now rank third nationally in total offense at 604.5 yards per game.
Quarterback Behren Morton has been flawless, throwing for 459 yards, seven TDs, and zero picks through two games. The running game hasn’t missed a beat either, even after losing record-setting rusher Tahj Brooks. A committee of Adam Hill, J’Koby Williams, and Cameron Dickey has combined for 415 yards and four TDs.
Texas Tech Early Season Snapshot
| Category | Stat | National Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Total Offense | 604.5 YPG | 3rd |
| Scoring Avg. | 61 PPG | 2nd |
| QB Behren Morton | 459 yds, 7 TD, 0 INT | Elite efficiency |
| RB Committee | 415 rush yds, 4 TD | Strong replacement for Brooks |
Coach Joey McGuire praised the running backs: “Anytime you’re replacing the all-time leading rusher … I’ve been proud of them.”
The only off-field concern is CB Amier Boyd’s reckless driving arrest. He’s been moved to backup status on the depth chart, and his status for Saturday remains uncertain.
Oregon State: Strong Stats, Weak Results
The Beavers sit at 0-2 but aren’t as bad as the record suggests. Last week’s 36-27 loss to Fresno State was a self-inflicted wound, with turnovers and special teams mistakes overshadowing a statistical advantage.
Quarterback Maalik Murphy has been airing it out, ranking 14th nationally with 615 passing yards. But a shaky 4-to-3 TD/INT ratio has limited consistency.
Oregon State Season Breakdown
| Category | Stat | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Record | 0-2 | Losses to Fresno State, opener |
| QB Maalik Murphy | 615 pass yds, 4 TD, 3 INT | Aggressive but risky |
| Time of Possession | +15 mins vs Fresno | Couldn’t capitalize |
| Road Struggles | 7 losses in last 10 | Poor away form |
Coach Trent Bray called Texas Tech “extremely talented” and acknowledged the speed mismatch could be a challenge.
Matchup History
- Only previous meeting: 1959, Texas Tech 15-14
- First time playing in Lubbock since that matchup
- Oregon State has lost 7 of its last 10 on the road
Picks and Predictions
Texas Tech has been explosive on offense and efficient on defense, while Oregon State has struggled to turn yards into wins.
- Behren Morton should continue his hot streak against a Beaver defense that’s been shaky in key moments.
- Oregon State will move the ball, but turnovers could again be their downfall.
- History, home-field edge, and offensive firepower make Texas Tech the pick.
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