Sam Houston Bearkats vs Oregon State Beavers Betting Pick & Prediction for 11/8

College Football Preview

In Week 11 of the 2025 regular season, the Sam Houston Bearkats will head to Reser Stadium to take on the Oregon State Beavers. The game is set for Saturday, November 8, 2025, at 10:00 PM and will be broadcast on CW. This night game in Corvallis, OR, will see the Bearkats looking for their first win of the season.

Sam Houston holds a record of 0-8, struggling both at home and on the road. Meanwhile, Oregon State has a record of 2-7, with both victories coming at home. The Beavers are part of the Pac-12, while the Bearkats play in Conference USA. The odds favor Oregon State with a -1343 moneyline, while Sam Houston sits at +779.

Sam Houston Team Preview

The Sam Houston Bearkats are having a challenging season. They have faced tough opponents and have yet to secure a win in their last five games. Their most recent game against Louisiana Tech resulted in a 55-14 loss, with the Bearkats gaining 206 passing yards and 296 rushing yards.

Despite their struggles, the Bearkats have shown some offensive strengths. They managed 20 first downs against UTEP, even though they lost 35-17. Hunter Watson, their top quarterback, has passed for 1,108 yards over eight games, leading the team in that category.

On defense, the Bearkats rank high in interceptions and fumbles recovered. However, they have allowed 327 points against them this season, ranking 145th. Injuries could be a concern, with several key players listed as questionable for upcoming games.

Sam Houston vs Oregon State Game Day Info

  • Sport: NCAA Football
  • Teams: Sam Houston Bearkats vs. Oregon State Beavers
  • Venue: Reser Stadium in Corvallis, OR
  • Date: Saturday, November 8, 2025
  • Betting Odds: Sam Houston Moneyline +779, Oregon State Moneyline -1343, Sam Houston Spread +19.5 (-107), Oregon State Spread -19.5 (-114), Total Over 53.5 (-108), Total Under 53.5 (-112)

Oregon State Team Preview

The Oregon State Beavers have had an up-and-down season so far. They recently secured a narrow 10-7 win against the Washington State Cougars at Reser Stadium. The game was defensive, with the Beavers forcing two interceptions and holding the Cougars to just 125 rushing yards.

On the offensive side, the Beavers have shown strengths in rushing. In their game against Lafayette, they rushed for 365 yards and scored 45 points. Anthony Hankerson has been a key player, leading the team with 803 rushing yards over nine games.

Quarterback Maalik Murphy has been a steady presence for the Beavers. He has thrown for 1,749 yards and nine touchdowns this season. However, injuries might impact the team’s depth, with players like Gabarri Johnson questionable for upcoming games due to a foot injury.

BTB Betting Pick

For the spread, Oregon State is favored by 19.5 points. Sam Houston’s defense ranks poorly, allowing 327 points this season, which is 145th in the nation. Oregon State has scored 179 points and is likely to cover the spread. The projected score is Oregon State 38, Sam Houston 17.

For the total, the line is set at 53.5 points. Both teams have struggled defensively, with Sam Houston allowing 327 points and Oregon State allowing 269 points this season. The projected total score is 55 points, making the over a reasonable pick.