The Oklahoma State Cowboys look for a win after splitting their last 8 games. The Texas A&M Aggies look for double-digit wins for the eighth time in the last 15 years. Let’s preview the Texas Bowl and give out a Texas A&M Aggies vs Oklahoma State Cowboys prediction.
Texas A&M Aggies Betting Preview
The Texas A&M Aggies are coming off wins over Mississippi State and Abilene Christian, but they most recently lost to LSU to finish with a 7-5 record in the SEC standings. Max Johnson is completing 62.1 percent of his passes for 1,452 yards, 9 touchdowns and 5 interceptions. Ainias Smith and Evan Stewart have combined for 1,309 receiving yards and 6 touchdowns, while Jahdae Walker has 27 receptions. The Texas A&M Aggies ground game is averaging 141.4 yards per contest, and Amari Daniels leads the way with 514 yards and 5 touchdowns. Defensively, Texas A&M is allowing 21.3 points and 295.2 yards per game. Edgerrin Cooper leads the Texas A&M Aggies with 83 tackles, Shemar Turner has 6 sacks and Josh DeBerry has 2 interceptions.
Texas A&M Aggies Team Facts
- The favorite has won each of Texas A&M’s last 10 games.
- Texas A&M has failed to cover the spread in each of its last four games against AP-ranked teams.
- Texas A&M has won the first quarter in five of its last six games against non-conference opponents.
- Texas A&M has won the first half in five of its last six games against non-conference opponents.
- Each of Texas A&M’s last five games as a favorite against AP-ranked teams have gone UNDER the total points line.
Oklahoma State Cowboys Betting Preview
The Oklahoma State Cowboys recently beat Houston and BYU, but they lost to Texas in the Big 12 Championship. Alan Bowman is completing 59.7 percent of his passes for 3,058 yards, 13 touchdowns and 12 interceptions. Brennan Presley and Rashod Owens have combined for 1,570 receiving yards and 9 touchdowns, while Leon Johnson III has 29 receptions. The Oklahoma State Cowboys ground game is averaging 156.9 yards per contest, and Ollie Gordon II leads the way with 1,614 yards and 20 touchdowns. Defensively, Oklahoma State is allowing 29 points and 441.5 yards per game. Nickolas Martin leads the Oklahoma State Cowboys with 133 tackles, Collin Oliver has 6 sacks and Cameron Epps has 3 interceptions.
Oklahoma State Cowboys Team Facts
- Oklahoma State has won four of its last five games as an underdog.
- Oklahoma State has covered the spread in six of its last seven Bowl games.
- Oklahoma State has won the first quarter in four of its last five games against non-conference opponents at neutral venues.
- Oklahoma State has won the first half in 27 of its last 36 games against non-conference opponents.
- Each of Oklahoma State’s last four games against non-AP-ranked teams at neutral venues have gone UNDER the total points line.
Texas A&M Aggies vs Oklahoma State Cowboys prediction
The Texas A&M Aggies should have the edge in terms of home crowd, with the game being played in Houston. However, Texas A&M has question marks with the coaching staff and this is a team that’s had issues with consistency, and you have to question the motivation of this squad. The Oklahoma State Cowboys have been far more consistent these last couple of months, and their offense has the ability to give these Aggies fits. OK State also has more stability on their coaching staff, and there’s some motivation as they chase double-digit wins. Oklahoma State is just easier to trust. Give me the points, but make sure to get the best odds.