The Oregon Ducks will play the Texas Tech Red Raiders on Thursday, January 1, 2026. This College Football Playoff Quarterfinal will take place at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, FL. The game will start at 12:00 PM and will be shown on ESPN.

Oregon vs. Texas Tech Betting Prediction

• Money Line Prediction: Oregon Ducks -128. Oregon has a perfect road record this season, going 5-0. Their strong performance away from home makes them a solid pick.
• Over/Under Prediction: Over 52.5. Both teams have high-scoring offenses, with Texas Tech ranked 2nd in points for and Oregon having a strong offensive showing in recent games.

Team Trends

• Oregon Ducks have an undefeated road record this season, going 5-0.
• Texas Tech Red Raiders have an unblemished home record, winning all 8 games.
• Oregon Ducks are ranked #5 in both the AP and Coaches Polls.
• Texas Tech Red Raiders have the 2nd highest points scored in the regular season with 552.
• The game will take place at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, FL, on January 1, 2026.

Oregon vs Texas Tech College Football Playoff Quarterfinal at the Capital One Orange Bowl Preview

The Oregon Ducks, ranked #5 in both the AP and Coaches Polls, have had a strong season. They finished the regular season with an 11-1 record. Their performance on the road was perfect with a 5-0 record. The Ducks are part of the Big Ten Conference and have shown solid play throughout the season.

On the other side, the Texas Tech Red Raiders hold the #4 spot in both the AP and Coaches Polls. They ended their regular season with a 12-1 record. At home, they were unbeatable with an 8-0 record. The Red Raiders are part of the Big 12 Conference and have been consistent in their games. This game at Hard Rock Stadium will be a test for both teams as they aim to advance in the College Football Playoff.

Inside the Red Raiders’ Dominance

Texas Tech Red Raiders have an impressive AP and Coaches Poll rank of #4. They play in the Big 12 Conference and call Jones AT&T Stadium their home. This season, they have a stellar record of 12-1, remaining unbeaten at home with an 8-0 record.

The Red Raiders have strong players at key positions. Quarterback Behren Morton leads with 2,643 passing yards and 22 touchdowns. Running back Cameron Dickey has rushed for 1,097 yards with 14 touchdowns, while Caleb Douglas has 845 receiving yards with 7 touchdowns.

Offensively, the team ranks 2nd with 552 points and 3rd in passing yards with 3,762. Defensively, they have recorded 39 sacks and are ranked 1st in fumbles recovered with 15. Though they are dealing with injuries, including key players like Will Hammond and Quinten Joyner, they continue to perform well.

The Ducks Soar High

The Oregon Ducks stand tall with an AP and Coaches Poll rank of #5. They compete in the Big Ten Conference and play their home games at Autzen Stadium. This season, they have an 11-1 record and have remained undefeated on the road with a 5-0 record.

Quarterback Dante Moore leads the Ducks with 2,733 passing yards and 24 touchdowns. Running back Noah Whittington shines with 774 rushing yards and 6 touchdowns. Kenyon Sadiq, the top tight end, contributes with 490 receiving yards and 8 touchdowns.

Oregon’s offense scored 458 points this season, ranking 11th. The defense allowed 178 points, ranking 59th. Despite dealing with injuries, including key players like Kyler Kasper and Makhi Hughes, the Ducks continue to perform well.

Final Betting Pick

The Oregon Ducks have a strong road record, going 5-0 this season. Their ability to perform well away from home makes them a solid choice on the money line. Oregon’s offense has been effective, with a recent win over Washington by a score of 26-14. This shows they can handle pressure in away games.

The over/under prediction of 52.5 is based on both teams’ high-scoring offenses. Texas Tech ranks 2nd in points for, while Oregon has shown strong offensive performances in recent games. With both teams capable of putting up points, the over is a reasonable pick for this game.

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