Sam Houston Bearkats vs Louisiana Tech Bulldogs Betting Pick & Prediction for 10/31

College Football Preview

Week 10 of the 2025 NCAA Football season brings us an evening game between the Sam Houston Bearkats and the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs. The game takes place at Joe Aillet Stadium in Ruston, LA, on Friday, October 31, 2025, at 8:00 PM. Fans can catch the action on CBSS.

The Sam Houston Bearkats are looking for their first win of the season with a record of 0-7. They have struggled both at home and on the road, with a conference record of 0-4. On the other side, the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs have a 4-3 record and are 3-1 at home. This game presents a chance for the Bulldogs to improve their standing in Conference USA. The odds favor Louisiana Tech with a -888 moneyline and a spread of -16.5.

Sam Houston Team Preview

The Sam Houston Bearkats have faced a challenging season so far. In their recent games, they have struggled to secure a win, with losses against teams like UTEP Miners, Jacksonville State Gamecocks, and New Mexico State Aggies. Despite strong efforts, they have yet to turn their season around.

Offensively, the Bearkats rank 115th in both passing and rushing yards this season. Their total points for the season stand at 119, placing them at 102nd. On the defensive side, they have allowed 272 points, ranking them 131st in points against.

Injury concerns also affect the Bearkats with key players listed as questionable. This includes players from both the offensive and defensive lines. The team will need to address these challenges as they look forward to their upcoming games.

Sam Houston vs Louisiana Tech Game Day Info

  • Sport: NCAA Football
  • Teams: Sam Houston Bearkats vs. Louisiana Tech Bulldogs
  • Venue: Joe Aillet Stadium in Ruston, LA
  • Date: Friday, October 31, 2025 at 8:00 PM
  • Betting Odds: Sam Houston +585, Louisiana Tech -888

Louisiana Tech Team Preview

The Louisiana Tech Bulldogs recently played a close game against the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers, losing 28-27. They had more first downs and passing yards, with 24 first downs and 340 passing yards. Despite these numbers, they fell short by one point at their home stadium, Joe Aillet Stadium.

In an earlier away game against the Kennesaw State Owls, the Bulldogs struggled and lost 35-7. They managed 169 passing yards and 136 rushing yards. However, their two interceptions played a role in the loss, as they couldn’t keep up with Kennesaw State’s offense.

In their previous home games, the Bulldogs have shown strength. They defeated the Southern Miss Golden Eagles 30-20 and dominated the New Mexico State Aggies 49-14. In the game against New Mexico State, they excelled in rushing with 371 yards, showcasing their ability to control the ground game.

BTB Betting Pick

For the spread, consider taking Sam Houston at +16.5 (-106). Sam Houston’s defense has struggled, ranking 131st in points allowed, but their offense has potential against Louisiana Tech’s defense. With Sam Houston’s ability to intercept and recover fumbles, they might keep it closer than the line suggests. A projected score could be Louisiana Tech 28, Sam Houston 17.

On the total, the under 48.5 (-108) looks appealing. Both teams have had trouble scoring consistently, with Sam Houston ranking 102nd in points for and Louisiana Tech at 80th. Their defensive ranks suggest a lower-scoring game. The projected total score could be around 45 points, making the under a reasonable pick.