Texas Tech Red Raiders vs. Arkansas Razorbacks 12/27/24 – The Arkansas Razorbacks (6-6) have gained the right to play against the Texas Tech Red Raiders (8-4) in a Liberty Bowl. This game is set to light up Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium. Texas Tech rides high on offensive prowess, while Arkansas aims to break their inconsistency and defend their slight edge as favorites. Undoubtedly, both teams would want to steer through this encounter without losing focus over their identified strengths.
Texas Tech Red Raiders vs. Arkansas Razorbacks 12/27/24
| When: | Tuesday, December 27, 2024, at 7:00 PM ET |
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| Where: | Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium |
| TV: | ESPN |
| Stream: | Sofascore |
| Team | SP/RL | TOTAL | ML | |
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| Red Raiders | +1.5 (-115) | Over 51.5 (-115) | +100 |  |
| Razorbacks | -1.5 (-105) | Under 51.5 (-105) | -120 | |
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Arkansas goes in with a -1.5 spread which goes to show that the contest is expected to be very tight. Texas Tech has a +100 moneyline and it would not be a bad idea to tip them, considering how they have been performing lately. The total of 51.5 indicates that both teams have the potential to score a lot of points which is Texas Tech’s strength. It would be reasonable to say that punters will go with the OVER because Texas Tech has been crossing the total in their previous encounters.
Cameran Brown QB vs. Taylen Green QB
Texas Tech’s Cameran Brown has not been able to showcase his skills properly in the absence of adequate game experience, having thrown for only 11 yards this season. This would mean that the Red Raiders would have to rely on the running game structured around Tahj Brooks. However, with such a small sample size available on film, Brown’s ability to play under pressure for a sustained period of time will be tested against the Arkansas defense.
A plus to Arkansas’ Taylen Green is that he has been around for some time but has seen better days, having completed 60.8 percent of his yet-thrown ball, with 13 touchdowns and nine interceptions to his name. His ability to make deep passes, coupled with his ability to move about in the pocket (longest pass thrown 75 yards), could be valuable. But Green needs to limit turnovers and be ready to deal with a Texas Tech pass rush, which is likely to disturb him.
Texas Tech’s High-Octane Offense
The Texas Tech Red Raiders come into the Liberty Bowl with some confidence after winning four out of their last five games. And that offense, fueled by running back Tahj Brooks with 1,505 rushing yards and 17 rushing touchdowns, is something else. They also have wide receiver Josh Kelly, who’s a threat with his 1,023 receiving yards and five touchdowns. Their defense has not always been consistent, but since the Red Raiders are able to score quite a number of points, they make a tough opponent.
Arkansas’ Inconsistent Campaign
The Razorbacks have been inconsistent this season, going 2 and 3 in their last five matches, including wins against Louisiana Tech and Mississippi State. Taylen Green has been particularly dependant on wideout Andrew Armstrong who has amassed 1,140 receiving yards. Balance is also provided by running back Ja’Quinden Jackson who has 790 yards rushing and 15 rushing touchdowns. But at the same time, their failure to convert. Also, defensive breakdowns will keep them at risk against the offensive firepower of Texas Tech.
Trends
Texas Tech Red Raiders Betting Trends
The total has gone OVER in 5 of their last 6 games.
Texas Tech is 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games.
The Red Raiders are 10-2 SU in their last 12 December games.
Arkansas Razorbacks Betting Trends
The total has gone UNDER in 6 of their last 9 games.
Arkansas is 1-6 SU in their last 7 Friday games.
The Razorbacks are 3-9 SU in their last 12 December games.
Texas Tech Red Raiders vs. Arkansas Razorbacks Betting Prediction
Considered by many as an appealing selection on the base of their balanced offense and some recent form is Texas Tech because of the fact that Arkansas is finding it hard winning December games. While doing this, expect Tahj Brooks to be the main focus while Josh Kelly takes advantage of Arkansas’s mismatches in their secondary. If Arkansas decides to use Taylen Green, he could be the cause of many factors as a big play threat, but his dependency on many other factors could leave the Razorbacks in the lurch on critical occasions.
Based on the previous results, Texas Tech should be able to score a decent amount, which should mean OVER 51.5 is a good wager. Those who believe that the Red Raiders are better than Arkansas and would score more than them when everything is falling in line should consider taking their +100 moneyline odds.
Score Prediction: Texas Tech Red Raiders 34, Arkansas Razorbacks 28.
