Texas Tech Red Raiders to Host North Texas Mean Green in Season Opener
Red Raiders Look to Start Season Strong in Home Opener
The Texas Tech Red Raiders will open their 2023 season at home against the North Texas Mean Green on Saturday, September 2nd. The Red Raiders are coming off a 7-6 season in 2022, while the Mean Green went 5-7.
Texas Tech is led by head coach Joey McGuire, who is entering his second season with the program. The Red Raiders return a number of key players from last season, including quarterback Tyler Shough and running back SaRodorick Thompson.
The Mean Green are led by head coach Seth Littrell, who is entering his seventh season with the program. The Mean Green return a number of key players from last season, including quarterback Austin Aune and running back Oscar Adaway.
Texas Tech Will Rely on Running Game
The Red Raiders are expected to rely heavily on their running game this season, led by Thompson. Thompson rushed for 1,143 yards and 12 touchdowns in 2022.
The Red Raiders also have a number of other talented running backs, including Tahj Brooks and Cam'Ron Valdez.
North Texas Will Look to Pass the Ball
The Mean Green are expected to pass the ball more than they run it this season, led by Aune. Aune threw for 2,682 yards and 17 touchdowns in 2022.
The Mean Green also have a number of talented receivers, including Jaleon Gordon and Roderic Burns.
Texas Tech is Favored to Win
Texas Tech is a 10-point favorite to win the game, according to DraftKings Sportsbook. The Red Raiders are also a -250 favorite on the moneyline, while the Mean Green are a +210 underdog.
The game will be televised on ESPN+.
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