Kent State Golden Flashes @ Texas Tech Red Raiders Player Props, Picks and Predictions - 9/6/2025 12:00 PM EDT

We have your Kent State Golden Flashes @ Texas Tech Red Raiders prop betting and game preview needs covered as the Kent State Golden Flashes hit the road to face the Texas Tech Red Raiders.

Game Info

Date: 2025-09-06
Time: 12:00 PM EDT
Location: Jones AT&T Stadium, Lubbock, Texas
TV: -

Kent State Golden Flashes @ Texas Tech Red Raiders Preview

The Texas Tech Red Raiders are set to host the Kent State Golden Flashes in what promises to be an intriguing early-season matchup. Texas Tech enters this game coming off a dominant 67-7 victory over Arkansas-Pine Bluff. Quarterback Behren Morton had an impressive outing, throwing four touchdowns on 16-for-18 passing for 201 yards before exiting the game in the second quarter due to a leg injury. While initial reports from head coach Joey McGuire indicate that Morton's injury is a hyperextension and nothing is broken, his status for this game will be a key factor. Will Hammond and Mitch Griffis also saw action at quarterback in the previous game. The Red Raiders' offense showed significant firepower, and their defense held Arkansas-Pine Bluff to just seven points.

On the other side, the Kent State Golden Flashes are riding high after snapping a 21-game losing streak with a thrilling 21-17 win over Merrimack. This victory, secured by a 100-yard kickoff return for a touchdown by Da'Realyst Clark in the fourth quarter, marked their first win since the 2023 season. While the win is a significant morale boost, it came against an FCS opponent. Kent State went 0-12 in 2024, and their schedule ahead includes tough road games against Texas Tech, Florida State, and Oklahoma. Their offense in the Merrimack game saw touchdown receptions from Cade Wolford, but they also allowed Merrimack to take a brief lead in the fourth quarter. This game against Texas Tech will be a much tougher test for the Golden Flashes.

Historic Head-to-Head Stats and Analysis

There is no historical head-to-head data available in the provided research for games played between the Kent State Golden Flashes and the Texas Tech Red Raiders.

Pick: Texas Tech Red Raiders Moneyline

Given the information available, the Texas Tech Red Raiders are the clear favorites in this matchup. Their dominant performance against Arkansas-Pine Bluff, even with the quarterback injury scare, showcases a team with significant offensive capabilities and a solid defense. Kent State, while celebrating the end of a long losing streak, achieved that against an FCS opponent and has a history of struggles, including an 0-12 record in 2024. The Red Raiders will be playing at home, and despite the uncertainty around Behren Morton's full health, their depth at quarterback and overall team strength should be enough to secure a victory against a Kent State team that is still finding its footing. Without specific betting lines, a straight moneyline pick on Texas Tech to win outright is the most logical choice based on team form and historical performance.