Tennessee-Martin vs Oklahoma State Prediction 8/28/2025 Today’s College Football Picks

The UT Martin Skyhawks and Oklahoma State Cowboys meet Thursday in college football action at Sutter Health Park. Here’s a UT Martin vs Oklahoma State Prediction. This article will include a UT Martin vs Oklahoma State Pick.

UT Martin Skyhawks Betting Preview

UT Martin won nine games last season and made the second round of the playoffs. UT Martin was a top-20 team for much of the season last year. Jason Simpson enters his 20th season as head coach.

UT Martin lost a lot of talent on both sides of the ball, but the offensive line that produced a top-50 rushing attack is mostly intact. Sam Houston transfer quarterback Jase Bauer should get the starting nod, while receiver Phaizon Wilson comes from Akron and running back John Gentry also comes from Sam Houston.

The strength of UT Martin is on the defensive side, as this was one of the better units in the country last year. This group will be led by corner JaMichael McGoy, safety Jacob Stevenson and linebacker Keyshawn Johnson. UT Martin has work to do with so much lost production, but the Skyhawks are strong in the trenches and has stability with the coaching staff that’s been around forever. UT Martin has shown over the years it’s capable of figuring things out.

Oklahoma State Cowboys Betting Preview

Oklahoma State won three games last season and missed a bowl trip for the first time since 2005. Oklahoma State hasn’t missed a bowl game in back-to-back seasons since the 2001 season. Coach Mike Gundy enters his 21st season.

Oklahoma State returns just four starters from last season and has new coordinators on both sides of the ball. The Cowboys have quarterback questions, as Zane Flores and Hauss Hejny have yet to throw a pass. OK State also doesn’t have a proven offensive line and had issues defensively. The good news is OK State is bringing in solid transfers, including receiver Terrill Davis, defensive lineman Kyran Duhon, linebacker Bryan McCoy, and UCLA transfer Jaylin Davies.

There are a lot of new faces on this Oklahoma State roster, and it could take some time to get rolling. Gundy has made miracles happen in the past, but so much roster turnover makes it a difficult transition.

Why the Oklahoma State Cowboys will win

• Oklahoma State has won each of its last 10 home openers.

Why the UT Martin Skyhawks will win

• Oklahoma State has lost each of its last five games against non-AP-ranked teams.
• Oklahoma State has failed to cover the spread in each of its last five games.

Oklahoma State Cowboys Player Prop Facts

• Christian Fitzpatrick led Marshall for receptions (34) last season.

UT Martin vs Oklahoma State Prediction

Oklahoma State is coming off a bad season and has question marks on both sides of the ball. The Cowboys are just big favorites because of the name. UT Martin was one of the better FCS teams last season and while the roster isn’t the same, this is still an above-average program. Also, this is a look ahead spot for Oklahoma State, with Oregon on deck. This has a chance to be a competitive game. I wouldn’t overlook UT Martin if I were you. Give me the Skyhawks and the points.