Free NCAA Pick: California vs. Texas Tech Odds
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2023 NCAAF Handicapping Analysis: Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl
(6-6) Cal Golden Bears vs. Texas Tech Red Raiders (6-6)
Date: Saturday, December 16th
Time: 9:15 ET
Venue: Independence Stadium, Shreveport, LA
Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl ATS Betting Lines: (BET NOW!) Cal +3 | Texas Tech -3
Independence Bowl CFB Moneyline Odds: California +125 | Texas Tech -156
College Football Betting Total: O/U 58.5
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These teams did not face off last season, and looking back the Bears and Red Raiders have crossed paths in a bowl game only once before, marking their sole all-time encounter.
This memorable clash took place at the 2004 Holiday Bowl in San Diego, where Texas Tech emerged victorious with a final score of 45-31 over Cal.
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California Golden Bears
California are hoping that that their defense will come up with another big performance, as they are coming off a 33-7 win over UCLA.
Heading into this week’s matchup with Texas Tech, the Golden Bears have been favored in four games and the underdog in seven. Their ATS mark coming into the game is 6-5.
This season, Cal has an over/under record of 7-4.
Their games have, on average, produced a combined total of 64.2 points, with the typical over/under line being 54.2 points.
Cal Golden Bears Stats
California’s offense is averaging 31.6 points per game, which ranks them 39th in the NCAA. Through the air, they’re at 214.6 passing yards on average, putting them at 80th in the nation.
Their rushing attack is currently 43rd in rushing yards, with an average of 462 rushing attempts per game this season.
As we head into this week’s game, the Cal defense ranks 138th for points allowed, with an average of 32.7 points per game. Teams have been gaining 283.3 passing yards per game against them (173rd nationally).
Against the run, they’ve given up 133.8 rushing yards, placing them 54th in college football.
The Golden Bears’ offensive performance against UCLA resulted in 302 yards of offense, with 124 gained on the ground and 178 through the air. Their third-down conversion rate was 6/15, and they recorded two passing touchdowns.
Texas Tech Red Raiders
In their most recent game, Texas Tech took on Texas and lost by a score of 57-7. The Red Raiders trailed Texas by -40 going into the 4th quarter.
Heading into this week’s matchup with California, the Red Raiders have been favored in seven games and the underdog in three. Their ATS mark coming into the game is 4-6.
So far this season, the average over/under line for Texas Tech’s games has been 56.8 points.
The Red Raiders have an over/under record of 4-6 heading into this week’s game.
Texas Tech Red Raiders Stats
In the rushing game, the Red Raiders are currently 50th in college football with 429 attempts per game. This has resulted in an average of 166.6 rushing yards per game, putting them 61st nationally.
Their passing game has averaged 35.6 passes and 221.1 yards per game. When it comes to scoring, they are 58th, averaging 26.8 points per game.
The Red Raiders’ offense ended the game with one rushing touchdown vs. Texas and 110 rushing yards on 28 attempts.
The team’s passing attack did not pick up a score, and finished with 88 while throwing the ball 36 times.
The Red Raiders defense comes into the game with 21 sacks, and ranked 1st in QB hurries.
In terms of points allowed, they are giving up 27 points per game (105th). When it comes to defending the pass, they are ranked 94th in the NCAA, allowing an average of 226.6 passing yards per game.
Additionally, Texas Tech’s run defense comes in allowing 167.5 rushing yards per contest.
Cal Golden Bears vs. Texas Tech Red Raiders NCAA Football Betting Trends
- The Golden Bears are 2-3 in their last five games as an underdog.
- Conversely, the Red Raiders are 2-3 ATS in their last five games as a favorite.
- Also, the Golden Bears are 4-6 ATS in their last ten road games.
- On the other side, the Red Raiders have gone 5-5 across their last ten home games.
- Over the Golden Bears’ last 3 road games, the over/under record is 1-2.
- The Red Raiders’ have an over/under record of 1-2 in their last 3 games at home.
Cal vs. Texas Tech Line Movement
Open-ML | Live-ML | Open-Spread | Live-Spread | |
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Golden Bears | +123 | +125 | +3 | +3 |
Red Raiders | -151 | -156 | -3 | -3 |
4* Free 2023 Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl NCAA Betting Prediction: Cal +3
While my prediction favors Texas Tech for the win, I’d recommend opting for the moneyline bet. We do have California covering, but Texas Tech should still come out on top against California.
I found some stats for this week’s college football bowl game on the web. Texas Tech has won 2 out of their last 6 games, and California has won 4 out of their last 5 games. In their previous 20 games, California has won 7 times.
Also, California has covered the spread in 4 of their last 6 Saturday games.
Texas Tech has had some turnover problems in their passing game this year. I’m going with California as the away underdogs to cover the spread at +3.
Not only does our model have a projected total of 59 points in this matchup, but the eye test has me feeling this line of 58.5 is low. I like California and Texas Tech to exceed 58.5 points.
If you’re interested in the Over/Under trends for bowl games, I’ve got you covered. In 8 out of California’s last 10 games against Big 12 opponents, the total score went over. Additionally, in 5 out of California’s last 7 games, the total score went over.
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Cal Golden Bears vs. Texas Tech Red Raiders NCAA Betting Tweet Of The Day
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📺: ESPN#WreckEm x @IndyBowl pic.twitter.com/1jce4H3uFP— Texas Tech Football (@TexasTechFB) December 3, 2023
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