Oregon Ducks vs Texas Tech Red Raiders – College Football Playoff Quarterfinal at the Capital One Orange Bowl – Jan 1, 2026
The 2025 postseason brings an exciting game at the Capital One Orange Bowl. The Oregon Ducks will play against the Texas Tech Red Raiders at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, FL. This game is set for Thursday, January 1, 2026, at 12:00 PM and will be broadcasted on ESPN.
Oregon enters the game with a strong 11-1 record. They have performed well on the road, winning all five away games this season. On the other side, Texas Tech holds a 12-1 record, with a perfect 8-0 home record. Both teams are highly ranked, with Oregon at #5 and Texas Tech at #4 in the AP and Coaches Polls.
Oregon Team Preview
The Oregon Ducks have performed well in recent games. They won against the Washington Huskies with a score of 26-14. In that game, they had 286 passing yards and 111 rushing yards.
The Ducks have key players contributing to their success. Dante Moore, the quarterback, has 2,733 passing yards this season. Jordon Davison leads the running backs with 535 rushing yards and 13 touchdowns.
Injuries could be a concern for the Ducks. Several players are questionable, including wide receiver Evan Stewart and running back Da’Jaun Riggs. The team will need to adjust if these players are unable to participate.
Texas Tech Team Preview
The Texas Tech Red Raiders have been strong in recent games. They defeated BYU 34-7 at AT&T Stadium. In that game, they had 215 passing yards and 162 rushing yards.
Behren Morton has been key for the Red Raiders. He threw for 2,643 yards and 22 touchdowns this season. Cameron Dickey also contributed with 1,097 rushing yards and 14 touchdowns.
Injuries could affect the Red Raiders. Key players like Will Hammond and Quinten Joyner are out for the season. Other players are uncertain to play due to injuries.
College Football Playoff Quarterfinal at the Capital One Orange Bowl Betting Prediction
The Oregon Ducks are playing well this season, scoring 458 points, which ranks 11th. Their rushing game is strong, ranked 14th, with 2640 yards. Their defense has given up 178 points, placing them 59th.
Texas Tech Red Raiders have an explosive offense, scoring 552 points, the second-highest in the league. They have impressive passing yards, ranked 3rd with 3762 yards. On defense, they have only allowed 142 points, ranking 54th.
The total for this game is set at 52.5. Both teams have powerful offenses, with Texas Tech being especially high-scoring. Given these offensive stats, the total over 52.5 seems likely.
- Pick: Over 52.5
