Oregon State Beavers vs Tulsa Golden Hurricane Prediction

The Oregon State Beavers will beat the Tulsa Golden Hurricane. The Oregon State Beavers will cover the spread, and the total will go over.

Analyzing both teams, it’s clear that the Beavers have a distinct statistical advantage. While Oregon State’s points per game stands at 16.8, they excel in their offensive efficiency, posting 223.9 passing yards per game at a modest completion percentage of approximately 57%. Their balanced offensive attack, despite relatively low rushing yards at 103.1, still maintains a respectable number of attempts, suggesting a commitment to run even when not overly successful. On the flip side, Tulsa’s 20.1 points per game may suggest an edge, but a deeper dive reveals their passing game struggles to keep pace with Oregon State’s defensive capabilities.

Defensively, Oregon State’s ability to limit scoring provides a significant factor. Tulsa, averaging only 229.9 passing yards and 133.7 rushing yards, may find the Beavers’ defensive unit challenging to navigate. Furthermore, the Beavers’ opponents have been held to under 22 points per game this season. Therefore, it is reasonable to predict that Tulsa will score below their average, giving Oregon State a solid path to victory. With both teams likely to rack up points, I expect the total to surpass the average, making the over a sound bet as well.