On Saturday, September 6, 2025, the Houston Cougars will play against the Rice Owls at Rice Stadium in Houston, TX. The game is set for a 7:00 PM kickoff and will air on ESPN+. Both teams come into the game with a 1-0 record this season. The Cougars and Owls will compete under the lights in this Week 2 game.

Houston vs. Rice Betting Prediction

• Money Line Prediction: Houston Cougars at -609. Houston has a strong defense, allowing no points in their last game. They have a good chance to win against Rice.
• Over/Under Prediction: Under 39.5. Both teams have shown strong defensive play, with Houston not allowing any points and Rice allowing only 12 in their last games.

Team Trends

• The Houston Cougars are playing their first road game of the 2025 season.
• The Rice Owls have not played at home yet this season.
• Houston Cougars won their first game of the season 27-0 against Stephen F. Austin.
• Rice Owls won their first game of the season 14-12 against Louisiana-Lafayette.
• The game will be held at Rice Stadium in Houston, TX, and is scheduled for 7:00 PM.

Houston vs Rice Preview

The Houston Cougars and Rice Owls are set to meet under the lights at Rice Stadium. Both teams have started their 2025 season with a win. The Cougars, from the Big 12 Conference, have not yet played on the road this season. Meanwhile, the Owls, part of the American Conference, are eager to defend their home turf for the first time this year.

The Cougars hold a conference rank of 3 out of 16, while the Owls are ranked 8 out of 14 in their conference. Neither team is ranked in the AP or Coaches Polls. Both teams are on a one-game win streak. Fans can expect an exciting game as these two teams compete to keep their perfect records intact.

Rice Owls Ready for Home Opener

The Rice Owls come into their first home game at Rice Stadium with a 1-0 record. They are part of the American Conference this season. Their only game so far was on the road, and they won it.

Chase Jenkins leads the team as the quarterback. In his first game, he passed for 45 yards. Quinton Jackson, the top running back, had a strong start with 119 rushing yards and one touchdown.

On the defensive side, the Owls rank high in points against with only 12 points allowed. They also recorded three sacks, ranking fifth. The team recovered one fumble and made one interception in their season opener.

Houston Cougars Aim for Road Success

The Houston Cougars are part of the Big 12 Conference this season. They hold a 1-0 record, having won their game at home. Now, they are set to play their first road game of the season.

Conner Weigman is the leading quarterback for the Cougars. In his last game, he threw for 159 yards and three touchdowns. Weigman’s performance helped the team secure a win without any interceptions.

On the ground, Dean Connors leads the rushing attack with 50 yards. J’Marion Burnette follows closely with 40 rushing yards. The Cougars’ defense is strong, ranked first for points against with no points allowed in their opener.

Final Betting Pick

The Houston Cougars are favored on the money line at -609. Their defense is strong, not allowing any points in their last game. This gives them a good chance to win against Rice, especially since they are playing away and have a solid track record as favorites.

The over/under is set at 39.5, and taking the under seems wise. Both teams have strong defenses, with Houston allowing no points and Rice allowing only 12 in their last games. This suggests a low-scoring game, making the under a good pick.

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