San Jose State was considered one of the favorites to challenge Boise State in the Mountain West this preseason. But the Spartans didn’t start the year in a way that was reflective of that.
SJSU lost to Central Michigan 16-14 and didn’t score in the fourth quarter.
That doesn’t mean SJSU’s season is over. But things won’t get easier this week.
The Spartans will go on the road to take on Texas, which is fresh off a disappointing loss to Ohio State in Week 1. The Longhorns will be motivated to bounce back with a big win here.
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San Jose State vs. Texas Betting Odds
Texas is a -36.5 college football betting odds favorite against San Jose State, with the Over/Under being 52.5.
San Jose State vs. Texas On TV
The matchup between San Jose State and Texas will be televised on ABC.
The game will kick off at noon ET on Saturday, Sept. 6. The contest is taking place at DKR-Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Texas.
San Jose State vs. Texas Prediction
I predict Texas will win and cover the 36.5-point spread. I also project the game will go Over 52.5 total points.
After a disappointing performance against Ohio State, I think Texas realizes how important a bounce-back win will be if the Longhorns still intend on making it to the College Football Playoff.
For all the conversation around Arch Manning, I still think he’s a good quarterback and that Texas is a good team.
That said, I also think San Jose State will manage to show some potential on offense in this matchup. I think quarterback Walker Eget and running back Floyd Chalk IV will help the Spartans score some points, even if it’s in a lopsided loss.
But I think having those moments of potential will help SJSU’s confidence going forward.
