Oregon vs Texas Tech Picks and Predictions for Thursday, January 1, 2026

By: Cameron Ross Published 12/31/2025, 10:02 PM ET

Oregon vs Texas Tech Information

The Oregon Ducks will be in Miami Gardens on Thursday afternoon for a 12:00 PM matchup against the Texas Tech Red Raiders in the College Football Quarterfinals. Oregon comes into the quarterfinals with twelve wins and one loss overall following a 17-point victory against BYU in round one of the playoffs. The Texas Tech Red Raiders are the nation's No. 4-ranked team, with 12 wins through 13 games, riding a lengthy winning streak after a 27-point blowout of BYU in their last outing. Stay in the news with our College Football Picks.

Oregon Preview

Dante Moore has led the Oregon offense this season with 3046 yards and 28 touchdowns on 246 completions. Noah Whittington is the top ball carrier on the team with 798 yards and six scores on 116 carries, while Jordan Davison has added 625 yards and 13 touchdowns on 98 carries. Malik Benson leads the team with 645 yards and six scores on 36 receptions. Kenyon Sadiq has added heavily with 509 yards and eight touchdowns on 42 grabs this year.

Texas Tech Preview

Behren Morton leads the Texas Tech offense this season with 2643 yards and 22 touchdowns on 201 completions. Cameron Dickey leads the team with 1095 yards and 14 touchdowns on 198 carries. J’Koby Williams has added 142 carries for 787 yards and six scores this season. Caleb Douglas is the top receiver on the roster with 54 catches for 846 yards and seven touchdowns. Reggie Virgil has chipped in 55 catches for 676 yards and six scores.

Oregon vs Texas Tech Prediction

This is a matchup between two top-five teams, each looking to punch its way into the next round of the playoffs. Oregon has been here before, and its veteran leadership will be the difference. Look for Oregon to make the plays down the stretch as they overwhelm a good Texas Tech team to start the new year. Take Oregon on Thursday in Miami to get the win and cover. Final Score Prediction, Oregon Ducks win and cover 28-17. Make sure you know about how the fans are looking on prediction markets for Oregon with the Thrillz promo code. Make the most of your bets on Texas Tech by using the sportsbook promos. Make sure when you place your Texas Tech vs Oregon bet you are using the bet365 bonus code.

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