Houston owns the stronger home profile and should be able to pressure Oregon State into obvious passing situations. Oregon State must establish early efficiency to prevent Houston from controlling possession and field position.
The spread is the most useful market because the moneyline offers little return. Houston's defensive advantage and ability to create short fields provide a realistic route to a margin of three touchdowns or more.
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Houston -20.5
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