Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl: Coastal Carolina Chanticleers vs Louisiana Tech Bulldogs Betting Pick & Prediction for 12/30

College Football Preview

The Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl features the Coastal Carolina Chanticleers taking on the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs. This postseason game will be held at Independence Stadium in Shreveport, LA. Fans can tune in on Tuesday, December 30, 2025, at 2:00 PM to watch the action live on ESPN.

Coastal Carolina comes into this game with a regular season record of 6-6. The Chanticleers had a conference record of 5-3 in the Sun Belt. Louisiana Tech finished their regular season with a 7-5 record, also going 5-3 in Conference USA. Both teams will be looking to end their season on a high note in this bowl game.

Coastal Carolina Team Preview

The Coastal Carolina Chanticleers have had a tough end to their regular season. They faced heavy defeats against James Madison, losing 59-10, and South Carolina, losing 51-7. Their most recent win came against Georgia State, where they secured a 40-27 victory.

Offensively, Coastal Carolina has struggled in passing, ranked 117th with 1,893 yards. Their rushing game is stronger, ranked 64th with 2,008 yards. On defense, they have allowed 407 points, ranking 154th, but have been effective with interceptions, ranking 12th.

Injuries have also affected the team, with several players uncertain to play. Key players like Samari Collier and Cane Berrong are out due to knee injuries. The team will need to rely on other players to step up in their absence.

Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl: Coastal Carolina vs Louisiana Tech Game Day Info

  • Sport: NCAA Football
  • Teams: Coastal Carolina Chanticleers vs. Louisiana Tech Bulldogs
  • Venue: Independence Stadium in Shreveport, LA
  • Date: Tuesday, December 30, 2025
  • Betting Odds: Coastal Carolina Moneyline +241, Louisiana Tech Moneyline -301, Coastal Carolina Spread +7.0 (-106), Louisiana Tech Spread -7.0 (-114), Total Over 50.5 (-113), Total Under 50.5 (-108)

Louisiana Tech Team Preview

The Louisiana Tech Bulldogs have shown strong performances in recent games. They won against Missouri State Bears with a score of 42-30. In that game, the Bulldogs had impressive rushing yards, totaling 392, which was a key factor in their win.

At home, the Bulldogs secured a victory over the Liberty Flames, 34-28. The game featured 319 rushing yards by the Bulldogs, showing their strength on the ground. They also managed to get 26 first downs, which helped them control the pace of the game.

Throughout the season, the Bulldogs have been strong in rushing, ranking 27th with 2,384 rushing yards. Their defense has also been notable with 19 sacks, ranked 23rd. However, they face challenges with key injuries, including their quarterback, Blake Baker, out for the season.

BTB Betting Pick

The spread for the game is set at Louisiana Tech -7. Coastal Carolina has struggled defensively, allowing 407 points this season. Louisiana Tech’s offense has scored 332 points and ranks 56th. With a stronger offense and better defense, Louisiana Tech is likely to cover the spread. The projected score is Louisiana Tech 31, Coastal Carolina 20.

The total for the game is 50.5. Coastal Carolina’s defense has given up many points, while Louisiana Tech’s defense has allowed 256 points this season. Both teams have decent offensive stats, suggesting they can score. Considering these factors, the game is likely to go over the total. The projected total is 51 points.