Houston Cougars vs Colorado Buffaloes prediction & odds
Friday, November 13, 2026, 10:15 PM ET · Folsom Field
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When and where is Houston Cougars vs Colorado Buffaloes?
Houston Cougars visit Colorado Buffaloes at Folsom Field on November 13, 2026.
Who is favored in Houston Cougars vs Colorado Buffaloes?
Houston Cougars are the favorite at DraftKings: moneyline -440, a price that implies about 81%. Colorado Buffaloes are +340.
What are the spread and the over/under for Houston Cougars vs Colorado Buffaloes?
DraftKings has HOU -10.5, with the total at 50.5.
How are Houston Cougars and Colorado Buffaloes playing lately?
Colorado Buffaloes are 3-7 in their last 10, Houston Cougars 8-2.
The Colorado Buffaloes will face off against the Houston Cougars at Folsom Field on November 14, 2026. The Buffaloes come into this game with a record of 3-6, while the Cougars boast a strong 7-2 record. Colorado has struggled recently, losing four of their last five games, including a 20-10 defeat to Arizona State on November 8. In contrast, Houston is riding a wave of momentum, having won four of their last five, including a recent victory over Cincinnati, 31-24.
Isaac Wilson leads the Buffaloes with 1,412 passing yards and eight touchdowns this season. JaQuail Smith has contributed significantly on the ground, tallying 384 rushing yards and one touchdown. For the Cougars, Conner Weigman has been impressive with 2,280 passing yards and 22 touchdowns. Makhi Hughes adds to the offense with 606 rushing yards and four touchdowns.
The betting line from DraftKings has Houston favored by 10.5 points, with a total set at 50.5. Weather conditions are expected to be mild, with a temperature around 51°F and no precipitation. This matchup will be crucial for both teams as they look to improve their standings in the league.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | HOU -10.5 | 50.5 o -115 / u -105 | Houston Cougars -440 · Colorado Buffaloes +340 |
Leaders
- Passing yardsIsaac Wilson111/180, 1,412 YDS, 8 TD, 8 INTColorado Buffaloes
- Rushing yardsJaQuail Smith81 CAR, 384 YDS, 1 TDColorado Buffaloes
- Receiving yardsJoseph Williams58 REC, 853 YDS, 6 TDColorado Buffaloes
- Passing yardsConner Weigman170/257, 2,280 YDS, 22 TD, 2 INTHouston Cougars
- Rushing yardsMakhi Hughes129 CAR, 606 YDS, 4 TDHouston Cougars
- Receiving yardsAmare Thomas47 REC, 698 YDS, 8 TDHouston Cougars
Recent form
Colorado Buffaloes
Last 10: 3-7Streak L119.2 scored · 27.9 allowed per game2-2 at home
- L29-7vs Texas Tech Red RaidersOct 3
- L27-24vs Utah UtesOct 17
- L57-24vs Oklahoma State CowboysOct 24
- W27-24 OTvs Kansas State WildcatsOct 31
- L20-10vs Arizona State Sun DevilsNov 7
Houston Cougars
Last 10: 8-2Streak W135 scored · 21.6 allowed per game3-2 away
- W27-17vs UCF KnightsOct 3
- W35-16vs Kansas State WildcatsOct 10
- W35-32vs Oklahoma State CowboysOct 17
- L21-13vs Utah UtesOct 24
- W31-24vs Cincinnati BearcatsNov 7
Standings
| Team | Overall | In conference |
|---|---|---|
| Utah | 9-0 | 6-0 |
| Texas Tech | 8-1 | 5-1 |
| BYU | 7-2 | 4-2 |
| Houston | 7-2 | 4-2 |
| Arizona | 7-2 | 4-2 |
| Baylor | 6-3 | 4-2 |
| Oklahoma State | 6-3 | 4-2 |
| Arizona State | 5-4 | 3-3 |
| UCF | 5-4 | 3-3 |
| West Virginia | 5-4 | 2-4 |
| Iowa State | 4-5 | 2-4 |
| Cincinnati | 5-4 | 2-4 |
| TCU | 4-5 | 2-4 |
| Colorado | 3-6 | 1-5 |
| Kansas State | 4-5 | 1-5 |
| Kansas | 3-6 | 1-5 |
Box score
| Stat | Houston Cougars | Colorado Buffaloes |
|---|---|---|
| Total points per game | 35.4 | 19.8 |
| Yards per game | 470.2 | 385.7 |
| Passing yards per game | 262.6 | 255.4 |
| Rushing yards per game | 207.7 | 130.2 |
| Total points per game allowed | 21.3 | 28.3 |
| Yards per game allowed | 360.2 | 376.9 |
| Passing yards per game allowed | 252.9 | 243.7 |
| Rushing yards per game allowed | 107.3 | 133.2 |
Venue
- Folsom FieldBoulder, CO
Elsewhere
- TCU takes on Kansas State in Big 12 action
- Florida visits No. 13 Kentucky in SEC matchup
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- Arizona State visits UCF in Big 12 matchup
- Big 12 matchup features Iowa State taking on Cincinnati
- Big 12 matchup features Oklahoma State squaring off against No. 10 Texas Tech
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