TCU Horned Frogs vs BYU Cougars Betting Pick & Prediction for 11/15

College Football Preview

Week 12 of the 2025 NCAA football season brings a game between the TCU Horned Frogs and the BYU Cougars. The game will take place at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo, Utah, on Saturday, November 15, 2025. Kickoff is set for 10:15 PM, and fans can catch the action on ESPN.

The TCU Horned Frogs come into this game with a 6-3 record, holding a 2-2 record on the road. BYU enters the game with an 8-1 record, remaining undefeated at home with a 4-0 record. Both teams are part of the Big 12 Conference, making this a key conference game late in the season.

TCU Team Preview

TCU Horned Frogs have been having a mixed season. They recently lost to Iowa State Cyclones 20-17 at home. Despite having more first downs and passing yards, turnovers hurt them with three fumbles and two interceptions.

The Horned Frogs had a strong game against West Virginia Mountaineers, winning 23-17. They managed to keep turnovers low with zero interceptions and just one fumble. Their defense recovered three fumbles, which helped them secure the win.

Josh Hoover leads the TCU offense with 2,690 passing yards and 23 touchdowns in nine games. The team has some injury concerns, with several players listed as questionable. Keylan Abrams is out for the season with a leg injury, impacting their defense.

TCU vs BYU Game Day Info

  • Sport: NCAA Football
  • Teams: TCU Horned Frogs vs. BYU Cougars
  • Venue: LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo, UT
  • Date: Saturday, November 15, 2025
  • Betting Odds: TCU +160, BYU -193

BYU Team Preview

The BYU Cougars have shown a mixed performance in their recent games. They lost to Texas Tech Red Raiders with a score of 29-7. In that game, BYU managed only 188 passing yards and 67 rushing yards. They also had two fumbles and one interception, which hurt their chances.

On the brighter side, the Cougars had a strong win against Iowa State Cyclones, scoring 41-27. Their passing game was effective, with 307 yards and no interceptions. The defense played a part too, forcing three interceptions from the Cyclones.

Their offense has been led by quarterback Bear Bachmeier, who has thrown for 1,881 yards this season. Running back LJ Martin has contributed significantly with 824 rushing yards. However, the team has some injuries, including Sione Moa and Anisi Purcell, who are listed as questionable.

BTB Betting Pick

For the spread pick, consider taking BYU to cover -4.5. BYU has a stronger defense, allowing only 165 points this season, compared to TCU’s 221 points allowed. BYU’s rushing attack ranks 28th with 1814 yards, which can help control the game and cover the spread. The projected score is BYU 28, TCU 23.

For the total, take the under at 51.5 points. Both teams have solid defenses, with BYU’s defense ranked 64th in points against and TCU’s defense ranked 98th. The combined projected score is 51 points, suggesting the game will stay under the total. BYU’s recent defensive performances support this pick.