Kansas Jayhawks vs. Texas Tech football: Game prediction, betting odds, TV info
AI-generated summary reviewed by our newsroom.
- Kansas visits No. 9 Texas Tech in Lubbock; series history favors Tech heavily.
- Texas Tech ranks top five in offense and defense, averaging 568.8 yards.
- Prediction: Texas Tech wins 42-31; Kansas likely covers +14 against the spread.
The Kansas Jayhawks football team is on the road again this week.
This time, KU visits No. 9 Texas Tech. The Red Raiders (5-0, 2-0 Big 12) lead the all-time series between the schools by a healthy margin, 23-2.
Here’s a closer look at Saturday’s showdown in Lubbock, Texas:
KU football vs. Tech game details
Kickoff: 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 11
Where: Jones AT&T Stadium (Lubbock)
TV: FOX
Radio: Jayhawk Radio Network; WHB (810) in Kansas City, Wichita 92.3
Betting line: Tech is a 14-point favorite.
Kansas-Tech game prediction
This figures to be the toughest matchup the Jayhawks will face all year.
Texas Tech is a formidable team with an elite offense and defense. The Red Raiders rank No. 4 in the country in points allowed per game (11.2). Opponents are averaging just 178.8 passing yards against them (and just 65 yards on the ground).
Tech’s offense is even better. The Red Raiders rank No. 4 nationally in points per game (48.6). This team is averaging an astonishing 568.8 yards per outing. The Red Raiders average 363.8 passing yards.
Limiting the explosive Texas Tech offense is paramount. KU must do that while also controlling the clock and winning the turnover battle. The less time Tech’s offense is on the field, the better.
Plus, Kansas can’t miss tackles. That’s been an issue this season. If KU doesn’t bring its A+ defense Saturday, this one could become ugly pretty quickly. There’s a lot on the line for Texas Tech — along with it being a sold-out homecoming game, the Red Raiders will be rocking their new uniforms and logo.
I expect a competitive contest, but Texas Tech just has a talent advantage in most areas. Plus, it’s a home game for the Red Raiders.
I think Tech wins but KU covers.
Prediction: Texas Tech 42, Kansas 31
Shreyas’ pick to cover: Kansas (+14)
Season record: 5-1
Season record (ATS): 4-2.
This story was originally published October 10, 2025 at 12:06 PM.
