UTEP Miners vs Sam Houston Bearkats Betting Pick & Prediction for 10/15

College Football Preview

In Week 8 of the 2025 regular season, the UTEP Miners will travel to Houston to play the Sam Houston Bearkats. The game will be held at Shell Energy Stadium, an outdoor field, on Wednesday, October 15, 2025. Fans can catch the action on CBSS at 7:00 PM.

UTEP comes into this game with a 1-5 record, struggling on the road with no wins in two away games. Sam Houston is also looking for their first win of the season, sitting at 0-6. Both teams are part of Conference USA, making this an important conference game for both sides.

UTEP Team Preview

The UTEP Miners have had a tough season so far. They have only one win, which came against UT Martin Skyhawks with a score of 42-17. In their recent games, they have struggled against teams like Liberty Flames and Louisiana Tech Bulldogs, losing both games at home.

Malachi Nelson has been a standout for the Miners. He has passed for 1,163 yards in six games. However, he has also thrown nine interceptions, which has been a challenge for the team.

Injuries have also impacted the Miners this season. Key players like Nate Dyman and Jaden Smith are out for the season. Others, such as Joshua Rudolph and Chace Biddle, are questionable for upcoming games, adding to the team’s difficulties.

UTEP vs Sam Houston Game Day Info

  • Sport: NCAA Football
  • Teams: UTEP Miners vs. Sam Houston Bearkats
  • Venue: Shell Energy Stadium, Houston, TX
  • Date: Wednesday, October 15, 2025
  • Betting Odds: UTEP Moneyline -147, Sam Houston Moneyline +123, UTEP Spread -3.0 (-106), Sam Houston Spread +3.0 (-114), Total Over/Under 47.5 (-110)

Sam Houston Team Preview

The Sam Houston Bearkats have had a tough season. They lost their last home game against Jacksonville State Gamecocks 29-27. Their performance showed strong passing with 136 yards, but their rushing defense allowed 370 yards.

In their away game against New Mexico State Aggies, they struggled. They lost 37-10, with 244 passing yards but only 69 rushing yards. Their defense could not stop New Mexico State, allowing 255 passing yards and 95 rushing yards.

Hunter Watson leads the team at quarterback with 754 passing yards. Landan Brown is their top running back with 132 rushing yards. On the injury front, several players are questionable, including Elijah Green and Rayfield Lotten.

BTB Betting Pick

For the spread, UTEP is favored by 3 points. They have a stronger passing offense, ranked 70th, compared to Sam Houston’s 108th. With a better defense and passing attack, UTEP can cover the -3 spread with a projected score of UTEP 28, Sam Houston 21.

The total for the game is set at 47.5. UTEP and Sam Houston have struggled offensively, with both teams ranked outside the top 80 in points scored. Given these offensive struggles, the under 47.5 is the better pick, with the projected total being 49 points.