Louisiana Tech (3-1) vs UTEP (1-3)
September 27, 2025 at 09:00 PM EDT
The Line: Betting Odds: UTEP +4 — Over/Under: +48.5
Louisiana Tech and UTEP meet Saturday in Week 5 college football action from the Sun Bowl. Here’s a Louisiana Tech vs UTEP prediction. We will look at this from a betting perspective and determine the best Louisiana Tech Bulldogs vs UTEP Miners pick. We will examine:
The Louisiana Tech Bulldogs’ recent form and player performance
The UTEP Miners’ recent form and player performance
Recent betting trends and streaks involving the Miners
Recent betting trends and streaks involving the Bulldogs
Recent betting trends in games played between LA Tech and UTEP
A summary that ties it all together and produces a favorable betting outcome for the Louisiana Tech vs UTEP game.
UTEP has only one win this season, and they have lost two straight games. Two games ago against Texas, UTEP was defeated 27-10, and in the last game Louisiana-Monroe they were knocked off 31-25. UTEP was down big, and the 15 points scored in the 4th quarter, made the game look a little closer than it actually was. UTEP put up 409 yards through the air but only 33 yards on the ground. They need a balanced attack through the air. Malachi Nelson completed 22 of his 46 passes for 404 yards, three touchdowns, and two interceptions. Trevon Tate finished with six carries for 126 yards and a touchdown.
UTEP on the season is averaging 23.3 points, while their defense is giving up 25.75 points per game. The offense is ranked 96th while the defense is ranked 83rd. The defense is averaging 2.50 sacks per game, which is 83rd in the league.
It has been a strong start for Louisiana Tech and they have won three of the first four games of the season. The only loss came against LSU, and even in that game they gave up only 23 points. Two games ago against New Mexico State, Louisiana Tech scored 49 points on the way to the blowout victory. In the last game against Southern Miss, it wasn’t as dominant but they were able to secure the 30-20 victory. Louisiana Tech was actually outgained 514-340, but they still came away with the win. Blake Baker was under center and he completed 15 of his 21 passes for 239 yards. Eli Finley had a huge game out wide and finished with six catches for 155 yards.
Louisiana Tech is averaging 27.5 points while their defense is giving up 14.25 points per game. The offese is ranked 81st in college football while the defense is ranked 22nd. Blake Baker completed 26 of his 45 passes for 467 yards, two touchdowns, and zero interceptions.
Matchup/League Facts
I am just not betting against this Louisiana Tech with the way their defense has played. They are the more talented team and the defense is giving up only 14.25 points per game. UTEP’s offense isn’t as good, and they are averaging only 23.3 points per game. Their offense is going to have some major issues getting any sort of offense going here. Baker is going to have another strong game through the air, and LA Tech will end up cruising here to a victory. Back Louisiana Tech against the spread.
The Louisiana Tech Bulldogs’ recent form and player performance
The UTEP Miners’ recent form and player performance
Recent betting trends and streaks involving the Miners
Recent betting trends and streaks involving the Bulldogs
Recent betting trends in games played between LA Tech and UTEP
A summary that ties it all together and produces a favorable betting outcome for the Louisiana Tech vs UTEP game.
UTEP Looks to Bounce Back
UTEP has only one win this season, and they have lost two straight games. Two games ago against Texas, UTEP was defeated 27-10, and in the last game Louisiana-Monroe they were knocked off 31-25. UTEP was down big, and the 15 points scored in the 4th quarter, made the game look a little closer than it actually was. UTEP put up 409 yards through the air but only 33 yards on the ground. They need a balanced attack through the air. Malachi Nelson completed 22 of his 46 passes for 404 yards, three touchdowns, and two interceptions. Trevon Tate finished with six carries for 126 yards and a touchdown.
UTEP on the season is averaging 23.3 points, while their defense is giving up 25.75 points per game. The offense is ranked 96th while the defense is ranked 83rd. The defense is averaging 2.50 sacks per game, which is 83rd in the league.
Strong Start for Louisiana Tech
It has been a strong start for Louisiana Tech and they have won three of the first four games of the season. The only loss came against LSU, and even in that game they gave up only 23 points. Two games ago against New Mexico State, Louisiana Tech scored 49 points on the way to the blowout victory. In the last game against Southern Miss, it wasn’t as dominant but they were able to secure the 30-20 victory. Louisiana Tech was actually outgained 514-340, but they still came away with the win. Blake Baker was under center and he completed 15 of his 21 passes for 239 yards. Eli Finley had a huge game out wide and finished with six catches for 155 yards.
Louisiana Tech is averaging 27.5 points while their defense is giving up 14.25 points per game. The offese is ranked 81st in college football while the defense is ranked 22nd. Blake Baker completed 26 of his 45 passes for 467 yards, two touchdowns, and zero interceptions.
Matchup/League Facts
- UTEP ranks T117th among FBS teams for 4th down conversion percentage this season (33.3).
- UTEP ranks T23rd among FBS teams for 4th down conversion percentage against this season (33.3).
- Louisiana Tech ranks 117th among FBS teams for passing yards per game this season (166.3).
- Louisiana Tech ranks 116th among FBS teams for passing yards allowed per game this season (263.8).
Louisiana Tech vs UTEP Prediction
I am just not betting against this Louisiana Tech with the way their defense has played. They are the more talented team and the defense is giving up only 14.25 points per game. UTEP’s offense isn’t as good, and they are averaging only 23.3 points per game. Their offense is going to have some major issues getting any sort of offense going here. Baker is going to have another strong game through the air, and LA Tech will end up cruising here to a victory. Back Louisiana Tech against the spread.