Texas Tech Dominates UCF in 48-9 Victory
Saturday, November 15, 2025, 3:30 PM ET · Galaxy Stadium
Texas Tech Red Raiders 48, UCF Knights 9, final. Our NCAAF picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won UCF Knights vs Texas Tech Red Raiders?
Texas Tech Red Raiders beat UCF Knights 48-9 at Galaxy Stadium on November 15, 2025.
In a commanding performance, the Texas Tech Red Raiders secured a decisive 48-9 victory over the UCF Knights at Galaxy Stadium on November 15, 2025. This game showcased Texas Tech's dominance, particularly at home, where they extended their impressive record to 10-1 for the season. The Red Raiders have been on a roll, winning their last three games and boasting a remarkable home record of 6-0. Their recent form has been nothing short of extraordinary, averaging 42.1 points scored while allowing just 12.6 points over their last ten games, with a record of 9-1 during that stretch.
In contrast, the UCF Knights struggled throughout the season, finishing with a 4-6 record, including a disappointing away record of 0-3. They entered this matchup on a two-game losing streak, having averaged 25.9 points scored but allowing 20.8 points against them. Their recent form reflected significant challenges, with only one win in their last five games, averaging 21.2 points scored and 24.0 points allowed.
The game began with Texas Tech quickly asserting their dominance, scoring multiple touchdowns and effectively shutting down UCF's offense. The Red Raiders' ability to score was evident from their previous games, where they had consistently put points on the board, including a 29-7 win against BYU and a 42-0 rout of Oklahoma State. UCF, on the other hand, faced difficulties, struggling to find the end zone and only managing to score a field goal in the first half.
Historically, the Red Raiders have fared well against UCF in previous meetings, and this game continued that trend. Texas Tech's offensive prowess was on full display, and they capitalized on UCF's mistakes, leading to a lopsided scoreline. The Knights' last win against Texas Tech came in a much earlier season, making this matchup particularly significant for the Red Raiders.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but the overall performance indicated that Texas Tech was likely at full strength, contributing to their overwhelming victory. UCF's struggles could have been exacerbated by their injury situation, as they have faced challenges throughout the season.
The betting market reflected Texas Tech's strong position, with a final home win probability of 1.0, indicating they were heavily favored to win this matchup according to the odds provided by the betting provider. The conditions at Galaxy Stadium were conducive to a high-scoring game, and Texas Tech took full advantage of their home field.
Viewers watching the game were treated to a showcase of Texas Tech's offensive capabilities and defensive resilience. The Red Raiders' ability to execute their game plan effectively was a key factor in their victory, as they continued to build momentum as the season progressed. The performance solidified Texas Tech's position as a formidable contender in the league, while UCF will need to regroup and address their shortcomings as they move forward.
Leaders
- Passing yardsBehren Morton14/19, 149 YDS, 1 TDTexas Tech Red Raiders
- Rushing yardsCameron Dickey11 CAR, 77 YDS, 2 TDTexas Tech Red Raiders
- Receiving yardsCaleb Douglas5 REC, 90 YDSTexas Tech Red Raiders
- Passing yardsTayven Jackson27/33, 178 YDS, 1 TD, 1 INTUCF Knights
- Rushing yardsJaden Nixon15 CAR, 32 YDSUCF Knights
- Receiving yardsDylan Wade6 REC, 45 YDS, 1 TDUCF Knights
Recent form
Texas Tech Red Raiders
Last 10: 9-1Streak W342.1 scored · 12.6 allowed per game6-0 at home
- W29-7vs BYU CougarsNov 8
- W43-20at Kansas State WildcatsNov 1
- W42-0vs Oklahoma State CowboysOct 25
- L22-26at Arizona State Sun DevilsOct 18
- W42-17vs Kansas JayhawksOct 11
- W35-11at Houston CougarsOct 4
- W34-10at Utah UtesSep 20
- W45-14vs Oregon State BeaversSep 13
- W62-14vs Kent State Golden FlashesSep 6
- W67-7vs Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden LionsAug 30
UCF Knights
Last 10: 4-6Streak L225.9 scored · 20.8 allowed per game0-3 away
- L27-30vs Houston CougarsNov 8
- L3-30at Baylor BearsNov 1
- W45-13vs West Virginia MountaineersOct 18
- L11-20at Cincinnati BearcatsOct 11
- L20-27vs Kansas JayhawksOct 4
- L20-34at Kansas State WildcatsSep 27
- W34-9vs North Carolina Tar HeelsSep 20
- W68-7vs North Carolina A&T AggiesSep 6
- W17-10vs Jacksonville State GamecocksAug 28
- L14-28vs Utah UtesNov 30
Standings
| Team | Overall | In conference |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona State | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Arizona | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| BYU | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Baylor | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Cincinnati | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Colorado | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Houston | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Iowa State | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Kansas | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Kansas State | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Oklahoma State | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Texas Tech | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| UCF | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Utah | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| West Virginia | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| TCU | 0-1 | 0-0 |
Box score
| Stat | UCF Knights | Texas Tech Red Raiders |
|---|---|---|
| First downs | 13 | 26 |
| Third downs | 4-13 | 8-12 |
| Fourth downs | 1-3 | 1-1 |
| Total yards | 230 | 499 |
| Net passing yards | 178 | 294 |
| Completions | 27/33 | 27/36 |
| Yards per pass | 5.4 | 8.2 |
| Rushing yards | 52 | 205 |
| Rushing attempts | 29 | 35 |
| Yards per rush | 1.8 | 5.9 |
| Penalties | 7-45 | 9-76 |
| Turnovers | 2 | 0 |
| Fumbles lost | 1 | 0 |
| Interceptions thrown | 1 | 0 |
| Time of possession | 30:53 | 29:07 |
Win probability
Above the line favours Texas Tech Red Raiders, below favours UCF Knights.
Venue
- Galaxy StadiumLubbock, TX
- Attendance60229
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