Houston vs. Rice Pick Prediction 9/11/2021 by Tony T.
Houston vs. Rice—College football free pick is Rice Owls +8. Houston built a 21-7 halftime lead against Texas Tech then got shutout in the second half 31-0 in defeat. Quarterback Clayton Tune continued his mistake prone ways throwing for four interceptions. Dating back to 2019 Tune has thrown 28 touchdowns with 23 interceptions. Offense generated only 77 rushing yards on the rebuilding Razorbacks on 35 carries. Rice an experienced team returning nineteen starters from last year's team that went 4-2. They had a notable win at Marshall and played UAB tough losing by five on the road. Last year the Owls held opponents to 18.8 points per game and have a game under their belt for better conditioning for four quarters. Cougars head coach Dana Holgorsen is only 7-14 since leaving West Virginia for Houston. Too many offensive mistakes coupled with poor defensive play going to take points here. Play Rice +8.