Iowa State Cyclones vs TCU Horned Frogs Betting Pick & Prediction for 11/8

College Football Preview

Week 11 of the 2025 NCAA Football season brings a game between the Iowa State Cyclones and the TCU Horned Frogs. The game will take place at Amon G. Carter Stadium in Fort Worth, Texas. Fans can catch the action on FOX at 3:30 PM on Saturday, November 8.

Iowa State enters the game with a 5-4 record, looking to improve their 1-2 road record. TCU stands at 6-2, with an impressive 4-0 home record. Both teams are part of the Big 12 Conference, adding more excitement to this conference game. The odds show TCU as the favorite with a -6.5 spread.

Iowa State Team Preview

The Iowa State Cyclones have had a challenging stretch. They lost their last four games against Arizona State, BYU, Colorado, and Cincinnati. Despite these losses, the Cyclones had strong offensive numbers in several games, notably against BYU with 311 passing yards and 184 rushing yards.

The Cyclones’ season stats show their offense ranks 35th in passing yards and 48th in rushing yards. Rocco Becht leads the team in passing with 2,119 yards and 11 touchdowns. On the ground, Carson Hansen stands out with 613 rushing yards and four touchdowns.

Injuries are a concern for Iowa State. Key players like Jontez Williams and Ryver Peppers are out for the season. Several other players, including Benjamin Brahmer and Ty Claiborne, are dealing with injuries that may affect their availability for upcoming games.

Iowa State vs TCU Game Day Info

  • Sport: NCAA Football
  • Teams: Iowa State Cyclones vs. TCU Horned Frogs
  • Venue: Amon G. Carter Stadium in Fort Worth, TX
  • Date: Saturday, November 8, 2025
  • Betting Odds: Iowa State Moneyline +194, TCU Moneyline -237, Iowa State Spread +6.5 (-110), TCU Spread -6.5 (-110), Total Over 57.5 (-108), Total Under 57.5 (-113)

TCU Team Preview

The TCU Horned Frogs have had a mixed season so far, with a record of 3 wins and 2 losses in their last five games. They recently secured a win against West Virginia, ending the game 23-17. Their offense showed strength with 247 passing yards and 107 rushing yards, while the defense held West Virginia to just 41 rushing yards.

Josh Hoover has been a standout player for TCU, with 2,371 passing yards and 22 touchdowns this season. He ranks first in the team for both categories. In the rushing department, Trent Battle leads with 323 yards, while Eric McAlister shines as the top receiver with 727 yards and 8 touchdowns.

TCU’s defense has also been effective, recovering 5 fumbles and making 9 interceptions. They rank 12th in sacks with a total of 20. However, the team faces challenges with several players, including Jeremy Payne and Ed Small, listed as questionable due to injuries.

BTB Betting Pick

The Iowa State Cyclones are set to cover the spread as +6.5 underdogs against TCU. Iowa State’s defense ranks well in interceptions and fumbles recovered, which could disrupt TCU’s offense. The projected score is TCU 28, Iowa State 24, making Iowa State a solid pick against the spread.

For the over/under pick, take the under on the total of 57.5 points. Both teams have defenses that rank poorly in points against, but they excel in creating turnovers. This suggests a lower-scoring game than expected. The projected total score is 52 points, supporting the under bet.