Ohio State vs Texas Prediction, Picks & Odds | 12 Sep 2026
College Football Betting Preview: Ohio State vs Texas
Ohio State go up against Texas at DKR-Texas Memorial Stadium, with kickoff scheduled for 20:30 on Saturday, September 12.
Back Ohio State to get the better of Texas. You can get +102 on the Moneyline for this betting prediction and we think it’s value.
Ohio State Buckeyes won their previous game which was at home. It was a 56-3 triumph at Ohio Stadium against Ball State Cardinals.
Texas Longhorns were winners last time out. It was a 59-7 home victory against Texas State Bobcats at DKR-Texas Memorial Stadium.
Head-to-Head Statistics
It was Ohio State who came out on top when they last played Texas. At Ohio Stadium, a 14-7 win was recorded.
Quarterbacks
Julian Sayin
Arch Manning
Ohio State vs Texas Prediction & Picks
Get fully prepped for Ohio State vs Texas with our betting guide, featuring our expert match pick, predicted scoreline, top player props and a value-focused bet builder.
Game Prediction
We’re heading to the Moneyline and backing Ohio State at +102 to win this college football matchup. Our pick means we’re opposing the team who have home advantage in this battle.
Our CFB predictions are always well-researched, starting with a combination of the latest team news and current form. Once we’ve got a solid read on the matchup, we layer in the key data to back it up.
Key Ohio State vs Texas stats:
Ohio State Moneyline Probability
According to the best betting apps, there’s a 49.5% chance that our pick is settled as a winner. After careful examination, our experts have this probability somewhere between 55-60%. This is why we regard this as a value bet.
Those who are looking for extra value when backing Ohio State should consider the spread. Bet on them to cover the line that makes the most appeal at the odds.
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Player Prop Picks
You can place a bet on Arch Manning (Texas) at -114 to end with fewer than 247.5 passing yards. Considering all factors, we’re confident he’ll fall short of the QB Passing Yards line.
You can back Hollywood Smothers (Ohio State) at -114 to end with fewer than 38.5 rushing yards. If you agree with our verdict that the line is too high, this Player Rushing Yards wager is worth backing.
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Same Game Parlay Pick
Get in the game with this same game parlay. Our selections are Ohio State on the moneyline, Over 49.5 on the total and Arch Manning (Texas) to go Under 247.5 passing yards.
We recommend a same game parlay as it’s a great way of betting on a single event. Many football bettors like to create a personalised wager which reflects their predictions for how a game is going to play out.
Correct Score Prediction
34
-
24
Texas
There’s a massive payout on the cards should you correctly predict the correct score. We’re siding with the Buckeyes to enjoy a 34-24 victory which will hopefully go close.
Ohio State vs Texas Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
If you want to bet on Texas, then Moneyline odds of -123 are on offer, although Ohio State are a +106 chance. This means the top sportsbooks give the visitors a 49% chance of winning.
There is a spread of 1.5 and total points has a line of 50.5. Football fans love the chance to get an alternative angle by going for a Total wager. Those expecting a low total can back Under 50.5 at -105.
If you’re wagering on college football, we recommend heading to the best betting sites and scanning through the huge selection of team props and game lines. There’s the opportunity to bet pre-game and in-game.
Favorite Jeremiah Smith is now available at +650 to be the First Touchdown Scorer. You will find similar odds apply when it comes to him scoring the last TD.
Touchdown
Receiving Yards
Rushing Yards
Passing Yards
There are always opportunities to enjoy college football micro betting. It’s generally the case that you will find player and team props in-game and bettors can use their insight to wager on outcomes such as the Next Punt, Turnover or Score Play.
Texas Keep Cashing In at Home
Texas have ten wins and zero loss in the last 10 games at home, averaging 41.00 points scored and 16.40 points allowed.
Ohio State have strung together ten straight wins on the road. They own a 10-0 mark in their past 10 games away from home, scoring 30.70 points per contest and conceding 11.90.
The last DKR-Texas Memorial Stadium meeting saw Ohio State beat Texas 28-14.
| Last 10 Games | W-L | P | PF | PA | O49.5 | U49.5 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Texas Home Stats |
10-0 | 57.40 | 41.00 | 16.40 | 6 | 4 | |
 Ohio State Away Stats |
10-0 | 42.60 | 30.70 | 11.90 | 3 | 7 | |
- W-L = Wins-Losses
- P = Avg. Points
- PF = Avg. Points For
- PA = Avg. Points Against
- O49.5 = Games Over 49.5 Points
- U49.5 = Games Under 49.5 Points
Latest regular season and playoff games stats.
Ohio State Buckeyes Stats
Texas Longhorns Stats
- 8 wins and 2 defeats in the last 10 games
- 10 wins and 0 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
- +1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 8 of the last 10 games
- +1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in the last 10 games on the road
- -1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 8 of the last 10 games
- -1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 9 of the last 10 home games
- Game Totals: An average of 44.50 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals on the Road: An average of 42.60 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
- Over 49.5: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games
- Over 49.5 on the Road: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 games on the road
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 33.70 pts and allowed 10.80 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 30.70 pts and allowed 11.90 pts in the last 10 games on the road
- Game Totals: An average of 56.80 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals at Home: An average of 54.00 pts in the previous 10 home games
- Over 49.5: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games
- Over 49.5 at Home: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 home games
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 32.80 pts and allowed 24.00 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 37.00 pts and allowed 17.00 pts in the last 10 home games
| Southeastern | W | L | PF | PA | N. Pts | Home | Away | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Kentucky
|
7 | 1 | 263 | 198 | 65 | 4-1 | 3-0 | 6W |
Georgia
|
6 | 1 | 301 | 111 | 190 | 4-1 | 2-0 | 1L |
Alabama
|
6 | 2 | 306 | 170 | 136 | 4-1 | 2-1 | 1W |
LSU
|
6 | 2 | 321 | 128 | 193 | 5-0 | 1-2 | 2W |
Tennessee
|
6 | 2 | 258 | 130 | 128 | 4-1 | 2-1 | 1L |
Florida
|
5 | 2 | 277 | 198 | 79 | 3-1 | 2-1 | 1W |
Ole Miss
|
5 | 2 | 252 | 177 | 75 | 4-0 | 1-2 | 1L |
Missouri
|
5 | 2 | 218 | 137 | 81 | 4-0 | 1-2 | 1L |
|
Texas
|
5 | 2 | 215 | 134 | 81 | 4-1 | 1-1 | 1W |
Oklahoma
|
4 | 3 | 151 | 124 | 27 | 3-1 | 1-2 | 1W |
Auburn
|
4 | 3 | 178 | 169 | 9 | 3-2 | 1-1 | 1L |
Mississippi State
|
4 | 3 | 210 | 194 | 16 | 2-2 | 2-1 | 3L |
South Carolina
|
4 | 3 | 253 | 177 | 76 | 3-2 | 1-1 | 2W |
Arkansas
|
3 | 4 | 147 | 187 | -40 | 2-2 | 1-2 | 1W |
Texas A&M
|
4 | 4 | 226 | 151 | 75 | 4-1 | 0-3 | 1L |
Vanderbilt
|
3 | 5 | 182 | 242 | -60 | 3-2 | 0-3 | 5L |
| Big Ten | W | L | PF | PA | N. Pts | Home | Away | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
UCLA
|
7 | 0 | 241 | 107 | 134 | 4-0 | 3-0 | 7W |
|
Ohio State
|
6 | 1 | 275 | 94 | 181 | 4-0 | 2-1 | 5W |
Indiana
|
7 | 1 | 269 | 96 | 173 | 4-1 | 3-0 | 1W |
Northwestern
|
6 | 1 | 243 | 116 | 127 | 5-0 | 1-1 | 4W |
Minnesota
|
5 | 2 | 186 | 141 | 45 | 4-1 | 1-1 | 1W |
Wisconsin
|
5 | 2 | 189 | 107 | 82 | 4-0 | 1-2 | 1W |
USC
|
6 | 2 | 262 | 200 | 62 | 4-1 | 2-1 | 1L |
Iowa
|
5 | 2 | 196 | 100 | 96 | 3-1 | 2-1 | 1L |
Nebraska
|
5 | 2 | 249 | 108 | 141 | 4-1 | 1-1 | 2L |
Illinois
|
4 | 3 | 212 | 177 | 35 | 3-2 | 1-1 | 2W |
Oregon
|
4 | 3 | 232 | 145 | 87 | 3-1 | 1-2 | 1L |
Purdue
|
3 | 4 | 219 | 226 | -7 | 2-3 | 1-1 | 1L |
Michigan
|
4 | 3 | 142 | 110 | 32 | 4-2 | 0-1 | 1L |
Washington
|
4 | 3 | 195 | 159 | 36 | 3-2 | 1-1 | 1W |
Rutgers
|
2 | 5 | 201 | 233 | -32 | 1-3 | 1-2 | 1L |
Penn State
|
3 | 4 | 201 | 132 | 69 | 2-2 | 1-2 | 4L |
Maryland
|
2 | 5 | 198 | 233 | -35 | 1-3 | 1-2 | 5L |
Michigan State
|
2 | 6 | 159 | 206 | -47 | 2-3 | 0-3 | 6L |
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