The final bowl game of the day on Monday will feature the California Golden Bears and the Texas Tech Red Raiders. This is the Independence Bowl from Shreveport, Louisiana. Both teams come into the game with a 6-6 record. The Golden Bears from California needed to win their final three games of the season to get to this bowl game. California smacked UCLA in the regular season finale.
Golden Bears vs Red Raiders Picks
Pick: Texas Tech -3
For the Red Raiders, they are coming off a blowout loss to Texas. Texas Tech Red Raiders finished in a tie for 7th in the Big 12 standings. Here we go, with more information on both these teams and our California vs Texas Tech betting picks:
California Golden Bears vs. Texas Tech Red Raiders Odds
Before our California vs Texas Tech betting picks, take a look at the updated NCAAF Odds for this game:
- Spread: Texas Tech Red Raiders -3, California Golden Bears +3
- Total: 57.5
- Moneyline: Texas Tech Red Raiders -150, California Golden Bears +130
California Golden Bears vs. Texas Tech Red Raiders Information
Here is some information on these two NCAAF teams for this bowl game on the NCAAF schedule:
California Golden Bears vs Texas Tech Red Raiders
Date & Time: Saturday December 16th, 2023; 8:15pm CST
Location of the game: Independence Stadium; Shreveport, LA
How to Watch: ESPN
California Golden Bears vs. Texas Tech Red Raiders Analysis
It was an impressive finish for the California Golden Bears. After losing by 44 on the road at Oregon, the Golden Bears came back with wins over Washington State, Stanford and UCLA to become bowl eligible.
The California Bears scored 31.6 points per game, and allowed teams to score 32.7. The defense was one of the bottom teams in College Football. In their final three wins though, the Bears allowed just 20 points per game.
California’s offense was anchored by the running back Jaydn Ott. Ott was a workhorse for the Bears offense, as he carried the football 229 times for over 1,200 yards and 11 touchdowns. Also on the ground, Isaiah Ifanse rushed for 7 touchdowns on the season.
Out of the Big 12, the Texas Tech Red Raiders started the season with back-to-back losses at Wyoming and at home to Oregon. The Red Raiders then won five out of six games in the middle to later part of the season to get to where they are here.
The three straight wins over TCU, Kansas, and Central Florida were impressive, as they came by single digits. The Red Raiders picked up the defense during that stretch, allowing just 21 points per game during that stretch.
The offense for Texas Tech was led by the running back Tahj Brooks. Brooks announced that he will return next season, so his status to play in this game is in play. Brooks finished the season with over 1,440 yards and 9 touchdowns, while carrying the football 268 times.
Quarterback Behren Morton will look to get back on track. Morton threw three turnovers in the season finale loss to the Texas Longhorns.
California Golden Bears vs. Texas Tech Red Raiders Betting Picks
This game is going to be a good one. The California Golden Bears had a good end to the season, but the Texas Tech Red Raiders have their running back returning. That is the key to the game. The Red Raiders are going to control the football, and take care of it on the ground. Look for Texas Tech to win this game over the California Golden Bears. Bet Texas Tech -3, as they win by a touchdown or more.
California Golden Bears vs. Texas Tech Red Raiders Prediction
The Golden Bears defense is not really strong. The Red Raiders get on the board early and they get on the board often. Texas Tech wins this game by a final score of 35-24 over the California Golden Bears.
Best of luck! Hope you enjoyed our look at the California vs. Texas Tech Betting Picks! Good luck with all your College Football Picks for this weekend and the rest of the bowl season!
- Pick: Texas Tech -3
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