Ryan Silverfield inherited a strong Memphis Tiger program in 2020. And Silverfield had the great College football betting odds advantage of having helped to build it. Silverfield was the assistant head coach for his predecessor Mike Norvell. Correlate that the Tigers were coming off their most successful season in program history. Following Norvell’s move to the Florida State Seminoles, his assistant Silverfield got the promotion. A disappointing 6-6 mark followed an 8-3 rookie campaign in 2021. So far, Memphis is rolling to what can be another special season. Meanwhile, the Houston Cougars are slumping.
Houston Cougars vs. Memphis Tigers NCAAF Betting Information
| Date and Time: | Friday, October 7, 2022, 7:30 p.m. ET |
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| Location: | Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium in Memphis, Tennessee |
| TV Coverage: | ESPN2 |
| Team | Spread | Total | ML | |
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| Houston | +3 (-110) | 57 (-110) | +135 |  |
| Memphis | -3 (-110) | 57 (-110) | -155 | |
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Houston at Memphis SBG Odds Overview
In this sportsbook matchup, Houston is the better-known brand of the two teams. But the Cougars’ poor start to the 2022 season has gamblers irritated and concerned. Still, Wise Guys may fade Memphis with a Houston team getting a price break on the road. Memphis will get its share of casual support as the home team.
Houston Cougars Team Overview
Last week, the Houston Cougars lost 27-24 against the Tulane Green Wave as 5-point home favorites. The game went under the total of 52. Houston has a record of 2-3 straight up, 1-4 against the spread, and 4-1 over/under the total. Houston ranks 79th for total offense, 74th for passing, 75th for rushing, and 68th for scoring. Defensively they rank 98th overall, 114th against the pass, 60th against the rush, and 117th for points allowed. Also, Houston ranks 103rd for fewest turnovers lost and 53rd for takeaways.
Third-string quarterback Kai Horton tossed a 10-yard touchdown pass to Tyjae Spears in overtime to give Tulane a victory. Bubba Baxa kicked a 36-yard field goal for Houston in the opening possession of overtime. Previously, Horton forced overtime after leading a 75-yard, 11-play drive. It was capped by his 3-yard touchdown shuffle pass to Tyrick James that tied the game 21-21 with 39 seconds remaining. At the onset of the season, Houston was hot in the future market. Now the public is running for the tall grass.
Memphis Tigers Overview
Last game, the Memphis Tigers won 24-3 against the Temple Owls as 18,5-point home favorites. The game went under the total of 50. Memphis has a record of 4-1 straight up, 2-3 against the spread, and 4-1 over/under the total. Memphis ranks 71st for total offense, 53rd for passing, 79th for rushing, and 46th for scoring. Defensively they rank 90th overall, 123rd against the pass, 36th against the rush, and 72nd for points allowed. Also, Memphis ranks 41st for fewest turnovers lost and 11th for takeaways.
Brandon Thomas ran for two touchdowns. Accordingly, Memphis came alive late, scoring all its points in the final 17 minutes. Late on, Memphis has won four straight games after a season-opening loss at Mississippi State. Seth Henigan was 24 of 45 for 195 yards passing. He hit Caden Prieskorn with a 4-yard touchdown pass in the fourth quarter. Also, he carried 19 times for 60 yards to lead Memphis.
Houston at Memphis SBG Free Picks
As was previously noted, Memphis is showing superior College football Bets value.
Houston at Memphis SBG Best Bet: Memphis Tigers.