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Cougars Fall 35-11 Against Texas Tech - Game Recap
Behren Morton's 345-yard performance through the air was the key in Texas Tech's 35-11 win over Houston on Saturday at TDECU Stadium.
Bettors who backed the Red Raiders were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -13.0 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 51.5.
Behren Morton completed 28 of 40 pass attempts for 345 yards for the Red Raiders in the win.
Zeon Chriss-Gremillion rushed for 59 yards for Houston, while Dean Connors added 31 yards. Zeon Chriss-Gremillion threw for 93 yards for the Cougars, while receivers Amare Thomas and Koby Young had 70 and 43 yards respectively.
Houston was outgained by Texas Tech 552-267 yards in Saturday's match, while the important battle of first downs was won 27-12 by the Red Raiders.
Texas Tech led the time of possession tally, as the game finished as a 37:58-22:02 split in that important category.
Texas Tech looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against Kansas. Houston will aim to get back on the winning track at Oklahoma State.