Rice Owls defeat Houston Christian Huskies 31-3: Recap & Betting Results
Sat, Sep 5, 2026 · NCAAF · Houston Christian Huskies 3, Rice Owls 31
The Rice Owls beat the Houston Christian Huskies 31-3 on Saturday, September 5, 2026, at Rice Stadium. The Rice Owls covered the spread as 22.5-point favorites. The game went under the closing total of 47.5, with 34 points combined.
Houston Christian Huskies vs. Rice Owls final score and game recap
The Rice Owls led 7-3 after the first quarter and 17-3 at halftime. They outscored the Houston Christian Huskies 14-0 in the second half, 14-0 in the fourth quarter alone. They led at the end of every quarter.
The leading performers, from the box score:
- Champ Dozier (Houston Christian Huskies): 8 carries for 86 yards.
- Jaylen Middleton (Houston Christian Huskies): 10 carries for 29 yards.
- Tyvonn Byars (Rice Owls): 16 carries for 104 yards.
- Quinton Jackson (Rice Owls): 10 carries for 61 yards, 2 rushing touchdowns.
Who covered the spread in Houston Christian Huskies vs. Rice Owls?
The Rice Owls covered the spread as 22.5-point favorites, winning by 28 points.
The spread opened and closed at Rice Owls -22.5.
Did Houston Christian Huskies vs. Rice Owls go over or under the total?
The game went under: 34 points combined against a closing total of 47.5, under by 13.5. 20 of the 34 points came in the first half.
The total opened and closed at 47.5.
Houston Christian Huskies and Rice Owls betting trends: 2026 season
This result left the Houston Christian Huskies 0-1 in the 2026 regular season. Against the spread, they covered in 0 of 1 game with a closing line on file. Their only game with a closing total went under.
This result left the Rice Owls 1-0 in the 2026 regular season. Against the spread, they covered in 1 of 1 game with a closing line on file. Their only game with a closing total went under.
What's next for Houston Christian Huskies and Rice Owls?
Next for the Rice Owls: at the Notre Dame Fighting Irish on Saturday, September 12, 2026.