@myself - Kansas State 34 Texas Tech 30
I'm big on trends. And K-State and Iowa State have just had Texas Tech's number the past two years and the win in Manhattan has been elusive the past several seasons. Without Bowman, I don't think the offense is as potent and can execute with Duffey. He has shown signs of being able to lead the team on the field but three turnovers and some awful decision making can lead him to put you in some bad spots.
They've been in these games and super close with the top-tier in the conference but can't seem to get the win whether that be by playing undisciplined or play calling. Then Iowa State can handle you pretty well, too, which is a program with a huge future under Matt Campbell. K-State is a team that Tech should easily handle so I will be the first to say that I will not be surprised if they turn my prediction on its head. They're also not trending up so the stakes are in Tech's favor. However, I have to go with my gut and say this season, like last, is going to come down to the final regular season contest.
@M. Clare - Texas Tech 27 Kansas State 20
The home field and weather seemingly favor the Wildcats, but they have injuries at quarterback and the KSU offense has been struggling. In their last three games, the Wildcats have scored 14, 13 and 21 points respectively.
Then again, this same Kansas State team put up 31 points at home against Oklahoma State a month ago and held the Cowboys to 12 points.
So who knows what team we see tomorrow, but I'm going with a low scoring slug out in the cold weather and I like the Red Raiders have Duffey under center for this one. Duffey obviously needs to hold onto the football tomorrow, but has the ability to run the ball and creates multiple looks for the Red Raiders in the run game.
@J. Densmore - Kansas State 35 Texas Tech 30
There are a lot of factors going into this game that could cause the Red Raiders to have some problems including the cold. Kansas State is by far not the hardest team Tech will play but they will prove to be a challenge. The score will likely change numerous times but in the end K-State will be on top, it will be close. The problems Tech could have on offense regarding ball security could be what ends up killing Tech in this game.”
@Kolt Rogers - Texas Tech 31 Kansas State 30
On paper, Texas Tech is way better than Kansas State. I just don’t think this will be an easy win. It’s senior day, and quite possibly Bill Snyder’s final home game. No matter how stagnant and bad Kansas State has been offensively, they have always been able to move the ball on Tech. I don’t think this week will be any different. A late 2 point conversion stop saves Texas Tech from being upset.
@B. Golan - Texas Tech 34 Kansas State 30
Kansas State is terrible, but Tech hasn’t won in Manhattan in 10 years. With Thompson back at QB for KSU, this game will be much closer than it should. At the end of the day Tech out-talents the Wildcats to victory, but they have to take care of the ball. This is a must win game for Texas Tech to clinch bowl eligibility, because you don’t want to rely on the last week of the season again.
@M. Rutledge Texas Tech 24 Kansas State 14
If you ask me “Which game should Tech have won last year but didn’t?” I would say it was this one. A field goal and you more than likely win last year. Kansas State is not what they have been in the past and while Kingsbury has struggled against Bill Snyder, this is one Tech should win and potentially win by a good margin. I think the cold will Impact Jett Duffey early, but I expect him to take better care of the ball. Alex Barnes might get close to 100 yards, but the defense holds KSU in check for most of the game. Tech avenges last year and gets bowl eligible.
I'm big on trends. And K-State and Iowa State have just had Texas Tech's number the past two years and the win in Manhattan has been elusive the past several seasons. Without Bowman, I don't think the offense is as potent and can execute with Duffey. He has shown signs of being able to lead the team on the field but three turnovers and some awful decision making can lead him to put you in some bad spots.
They've been in these games and super close with the top-tier in the conference but can't seem to get the win whether that be by playing undisciplined or play calling. Then Iowa State can handle you pretty well, too, which is a program with a huge future under Matt Campbell. K-State is a team that Tech should easily handle so I will be the first to say that I will not be surprised if they turn my prediction on its head. They're also not trending up so the stakes are in Tech's favor. However, I have to go with my gut and say this season, like last, is going to come down to the final regular season contest.
@M. Clare - Texas Tech 27 Kansas State 20
The home field and weather seemingly favor the Wildcats, but they have injuries at quarterback and the KSU offense has been struggling. In their last three games, the Wildcats have scored 14, 13 and 21 points respectively.
Then again, this same Kansas State team put up 31 points at home against Oklahoma State a month ago and held the Cowboys to 12 points.
So who knows what team we see tomorrow, but I'm going with a low scoring slug out in the cold weather and I like the Red Raiders have Duffey under center for this one. Duffey obviously needs to hold onto the football tomorrow, but has the ability to run the ball and creates multiple looks for the Red Raiders in the run game.
@J. Densmore - Kansas State 35 Texas Tech 30
There are a lot of factors going into this game that could cause the Red Raiders to have some problems including the cold. Kansas State is by far not the hardest team Tech will play but they will prove to be a challenge. The score will likely change numerous times but in the end K-State will be on top, it will be close. The problems Tech could have on offense regarding ball security could be what ends up killing Tech in this game.”
@Kolt Rogers - Texas Tech 31 Kansas State 30
On paper, Texas Tech is way better than Kansas State. I just don’t think this will be an easy win. It’s senior day, and quite possibly Bill Snyder’s final home game. No matter how stagnant and bad Kansas State has been offensively, they have always been able to move the ball on Tech. I don’t think this week will be any different. A late 2 point conversion stop saves Texas Tech from being upset.
@B. Golan - Texas Tech 34 Kansas State 30
Kansas State is terrible, but Tech hasn’t won in Manhattan in 10 years. With Thompson back at QB for KSU, this game will be much closer than it should. At the end of the day Tech out-talents the Wildcats to victory, but they have to take care of the ball. This is a must win game for Texas Tech to clinch bowl eligibility, because you don’t want to rely on the last week of the season again.
@M. Rutledge Texas Tech 24 Kansas State 14
If you ask me “Which game should Tech have won last year but didn’t?” I would say it was this one. A field goal and you more than likely win last year. Kansas State is not what they have been in the past and while Kingsbury has struggled against Bill Snyder, this is one Tech should win and potentially win by a good margin. I think the cold will Impact Jett Duffey early, but I expect him to take better care of the ball. Alex Barnes might get close to 100 yards, but the defense holds KSU in check for most of the game. Tech avenges last year and gets bowl eligible.
