The LSU Tigers are set to take on the Houston Cougars in the Texas Bowl on Saturday evening at NRG Stadium in Houston. After entering the 2025 season with hopes of competing for a National Championship, LSU finished the regular season with a record of 7-5 and fired Brian Kelly back on October 26. The Lane Kiffin era is now underway, but interim head coach Frank Wilson has a chance to go out on a high note with a win over the Cougars on Saturday night.
Full guide to LSU vs Houston in the Texas Bowl: How to watch, odds, and more
As kick-off between LSU and Houston draws nearer, the Texas Bowl betting odds are changing fast.
LSU vs Houston betting odds changing as kick-off approaches
When the LSU vs Houston betting odds for the Texas Bowl were first released, Houston was favored by 3 points. But now, LSU has closed the gap as the line currently sits at Houston -1.5 on DraftKings Sportsbook.
It's not the most eye-popping change, but it's still noteworthy given the number of opt-outs from impact players for LSU. Players choosing to opt-out for the Tigers include CB Mansoor Delane, LB Whit Weeks, QB Garrett Nussmeier, LB Harold Perkins Jr, OL Josh Thompson, S AJ Haulcy and WR Aaron Anderson.
LSU vs Houston betting insights
The change in the LSU vs Houston spread shows that bettors are backing the Tigers in large numbers. As of 11:30 a.m. CT on Friday, December 26, a total of 53% of spread bets for the Texas Bowl are on LSU +1.5 via DraftKings. Furthermore, 64% of moneyline bets are on the Tigers.
Fans and bettors alike are also expecting a relatively high-scoring game, as the over is receiving a whopping 80% of bets on DraftKings. Sitting at just 41.5, it may not take much for the Tigers and Cougars to combine for at least 42 points.
Kick-off between LSU and Houston is set for 8:15 p.m. CT on Saturday at NRG Stadium in Houston.