It is a matchup of Top 25 teams on Saturday night, as the Iowa State Cyclones visit the Texas Longhorns. You can make a case that this is the biggest game in the last 100 years for the Cyclones, as they are in contention to reach the Big 12 Championship game. It would be great if you could watch this game, but unfortunately you probably can’t, as it will be televised by the Longhorn Network. Let’s look at the contest and consider live betting at BookMaker.eu.
This contest inWeek 12will take place on Saturday, November 17, 2018 at 8:00 p.m. ET at Royal Texas Memorial Stadium.
College Football Odds at BookMaker.eu
Texas -3, O/U 50.5
Odds Analysis
The Longhorns are listed as a slight home favorite in this contest, with the total in the low 50’s. This is such a huge game for both teams, as Iowa State is trying to reach the Big 12 title game for the first time ever and also win six games in the Big 12, something they have never done. Iowa State has won their last five games, including a win over No. 7 West Virginia. Texas comes into this game at 5-2 in the Big 12 and they are looking at playing in a major bowl if they win out.
Iowa State is 3-1 ATS on the road this season, with three of the four games going under the total. They are averaging 27 points per game and giving up 20 per contest.
Texas is 2-2-1 ATS at home, with three of the five games going under the total. They are averaging about 33 points per game and giving up just over 27 per contest. The Texas defense has had all kinds of problems recently, as they have allowed 1,675 yards and 111 points in the last three games.
Matchup to Watch
This game comes down to the Texas offense against the Iowa State defense. Texas has a capable offense led by quarterback Sam Ehlinger who has 16 TD passes and has not thrown an interception since the first game. The Iowa State defense leads the Big 12 in scoring defense, rushing defense, passing efficiency defense and total defense. The question in this game is whether or not the Iowa State defense can make enough plays to slow down Ehlinger and the Texas offense.
Key Stats
The Cyclones are 9-1-1 ATS in their last 11 road games. The Cyclones are 4-1-1 ATS in their last 6 games in November. The Cyclones are 21-6-1 ATS in their last 28 conference games. The Longhorns are 12-5-2 ATS vs. a team with a winning record. The Longhorns are 2-6-1 ATS in their last 9 games in November.
Looking at the total, the Under is 4-0 in the Cyclones last 4 games in November. The Under is 8-1 in the Cyclones last 9 road games. The Under is 10-4 in the Cyclones last 14 conference games. The Under is 12-5 in the Longhorns last 17 home games. The Under is 5-1 in the last 6 meetings at Texas.
Live Betting Preview
Did you catch the numbers for Iowa State in the key stats? They have been outstanding on the road against the spread at 9-1-1 in their last 11. They have also been excellent in Big 12 games overall. I think they are still being underrated by oddsmakers and the public. I think this game will come down to the wire and I think there is value in taking Iowa State plus the points. There should be some excellent live betting opportunities on the Cyclones in this game. If Iowa State falls behind you should be able to get them at a nice plus money price on the money line in a game I think they can win.
College Football Odds: Iowa State 27, Texas 24
BookMaker offers play-by-play betting odds for live sporting events every day! The user-friendly wagering interface on your smartphone provides an easy way to place bets on the go. Mobile betting lines are updated by the minute, so click here to start gambling on thrilling live action at BookMaker Sportsbook!
