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Texas Tech vs. Kansas State: Key Stats and Insights Ahead of their Upcoming Matchup

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Texas Tech, undefeated in their last six games, faces off against Kansas State, who has struggled with conversions on third down and turnover margins. The Red Raiders boast a high-powered offense, ranking 4th in yards per game (499.4), while the Wildcats have a more modest offense, ranking 87th (366.5 yards per game). The Texas Tech defense, however, ranks 10th in yards allowed per game (264.8), while the Kansas State defense ranks 73rd (368.9 yards per game).

Key Takeaways:

  • Texas Tech's offense has been highly effective, ranking 4th in yards per game (499.4) and 4th in scoring per game (43.6 points).
  • The Red Raiders' defense has been impressive, ranking 10th in yards allowed per game (264.8) and 4th in scoring allowed per game (12.4 points).
  • Kansas State's offense has struggled, ranking 87th in yards per game (366.5) and 53rd in scoring per game (31.0 points).
  • The Wildcats' defense has also struggled, ranking 73rd in yards allowed per game (368.9) and 83rd in scoring allowed per game (25.8 points).
  • Kansas State's third-down conversion percentage is 91st in the FBS (37.5%), while Texas Tech's defense is 13th in allowing opponents to convert third downs (30.2%).
  • Both teams have strong turnover margins, with Texas Tech ranking 22nd ( +5) and Kansas State ranking 6th ( +9).
  • Texas Tech averages 63.4 penalty yards per game, ranking 103rd in the FBS, while Kansas State averages 33.0 penalty yards per game, ranking 7th.
  • Kansas State ranks 20th in the FBS in red-zone offense, scoring on 92.0% of trips.

Statistics:

  • Texas Tech's offense:

+ 499.4 yards per game (4th in FBS)

+ 300.1 passing yards per game (12th)

+ 199.3 rushing yards per game (27th)

+ 43.6 points per game (4th)

  • Texas Tech's defense:

+ 264.8 yards per game (10th in FBS)

+ 196.6 passing yards per game (39th)

+ 68.1 rushing yards per game (1st)

+ 12.4 points per game (4th)

  • Kansas State's offense:

+ 366.5 yards per game (87th in FBS)

+ 223.4 passing yards per game (80th)

+ 143.1 rushing yards per game (83rd)

+ 31.0 points per game (53rd)

  • Kansas State's defense:

+ 368.9 yards per game (73rd in FBS)

+ 220.4 passing yards per game (68th)

+ 148.5 rushing yards per game (74th)

+ 25.8 points per game (83rd)

Sources:

  • Data Skrive

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