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CBS Sports experts predict Houston to upset Texas Tech in Lubbock

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 5:16 PM

Last updated Sep 17, 2026

CBS Sports experts predict Houston to upset Texas Tech in Lubbock

Summary

Houston visits No. 13 Texas Tech on Friday night as a 7.5-point underdog. Experts on CBS Sports' "Inside College Football Show," including Brian Kelly and Rick Neuheisel, all predict an upset win for the Cougars. Houston quarterback Conner Weigman, who has a solid track record against Texas Tech, is highlighted as a key player. Texas Tech's quarterback Will Hammond has struggled to show consistency after recovering from an ACL injury. The Red Raiders' defense, having recently allowed significant passing yardage, raises concerns about their ability to compete against Houston's powerful offense.

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Status Watch

•Houston is a 7.5-point underdog against Texas Tech.
•CBS Sports experts unanimously picked Houston to win.
•Conner Weigman is a focal point for Houston's offense.
•Texas Tech's Will Hammond is not consistently performing after injury.
•Concerns exist over Texas Tech's defense against Houston's skilled players.

Latest Updates

5:16 PMYahoo Sports — Upset in Lubbock? Brian Kelly, CBS Sports' experts all pick Houston to beat Texas Tech

What they're saying

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Houston is a touchdown underdog at No. 13 Texas Tech, but every expert on CBS Sports' college football show, including prominent former coaches, are picking the Cougars to pull the upset.
— Yahoo Sports

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