
    <p>Check out our free Ragin Cajuns vs Cougars pick and preview for NCAAF week 1 game in Shreveport. See who we like to win and cover the spread in this week's NCAAF matchup.</p>
    <h2>Ragin Cajuns vs Cougars Pick & Preview: NCAAF Week 1 Betting Odds</h2>
    <p>The Louisiana Ragin Cajuns travel to take on the Houston Cougars, at Independence Stadium in Shreveport, LA. Kickoff for this week's game is set for 3:00 PM ET and will be televised on ESPN. Houston comes into this non-conference contest, as the -7 home favorite. The over-under point total is currently set at 58.5.</p>
    <h2>Ragin Cajuns vs Cougars Matchup at a Glance</h2>
    <ul><li><b>Sport:</b> NCAAF</li><li><b>Teams:</b> Louisiana Ragin Cajuns at Houston Cougars</li><li><b>Where:</b> Shreveport at Independence Stadium</li><li><b>Date:</b> Friday, December 23rd</li><li><b>Betting Odds:</b> <li><b>HOU -7, LOULAF +196 | HOU -247 O/U 58.5</li></ul>
    <h2>Ragin Cajuns Preview:</h2>
    <p>The Ragin Cajuns take on the Houston Cougars with a Sun Belt record of 4-4 while going 6-6 overall.</p>
    <p>Last week, Louisiana beat Texas State by a score of 41-13. Leading into the matchup, the Ragin Cajuns were 5.0 point underdogs. The two team's combined to score 54 points, surpassing the over-under betting line of 44.0. In the loss, the team's defense gave up a total of 356 yards, with 223 coming on the ground. So far, the team is ranked 71st in rush yards allowed per game. Currently, Louisiana is ranked 90th in passing yards allowed and is coming off a game in which they gave up 133 yards through the air.</p>
    <p>Coming into this week's game, the Louisiana offense is averaging 27.0. So far, big plays have been hard to come by for the unit, as they rank poorly in explosive plays in both on the ground and through the air. However, they have an opportunity to put together an above average performance vs a Houston defense ranked 94th in EPA. Look for the Ragin Cajuns offense to struggle on the ground, as they are facing a Houston defense that is tough up front. This season, the Cougars are averaging 145.58 yards per game and have a below average rush rate compared to other teams. Heading into the game, the Ragin Cajuns will be looking to turn things around in the passing game, as their per game average of 224.92 yards places them 98th in the NCAA. So far, they are the 71st ranked team in attempts per contest (34.42).</p>
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    <h2>Cougars Preview:</h2>
    <p>As the Cougars travel to take on the Louisiana Ragin Cajuns, they have an overall record of 7-5. This includes going 5-3 in American Athletic action.</p>
    <p>In their previous game, the Cougars lost by a score of 37-30 to Tulsa. However, they were able to cover the spread as 13.0 point underdogs. The two team's combined to score 67 points, surpassing the over-under betting line of 66.5. In the win, the team's defense gave up a total of 431 yards, with 115 coming on the ground. So far, the team is ranked 65th in rush yards allowed per game. Currently, Houston is ranked 181st in passing yards allowed and is coming off a game in which they gave up 316 yards through the air.</p>
  
    <p>Coming into this week's game, the Houston offense is averaging 37.17. So far, big plays have been hard to come by for the unit, as they rank poorly in explosive plays in both on the ground and through the air. However, they have an opportunity to put together an above average performance vs a Louisiana defense ranked 59th in EPA. One matchup to watch in this game, is if Houston can generate some success in the run game. So far, the team is averaging 142.67 rush yards per game and have a matchup vs a Louisiana defense that is vulnerable up front. In the passing game, the Cougars will look to continue their strong play, as they are the 14th ranked team in pass yards per game at, 321.08. So far, they are 23rd in pass attempts, at 39.42 per game.</p>
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    <h2>Odds & Free Betting Analysis for this NCAFF Game</h2>

    <p>In terms of betting, the Ragin Cajuns have an ATS record of 7-5-0. Their current over-under record sits at 6-6-0. When looking at their past 5 road matchups, Louisiana has an ATS record of 2-3-0 while averaging 24.4 per game. The team went 2-3-0 overall in these games.</p>
    <p>In terms of betting, the Cougars have an ATS record of 4-8-0. Their current over-under record sits at 9-2-1. Across their 5 previous home games, Houston has an ATS mark of 0-5-0. Their straight up record in these matchups was 3-2-0 while averaging 34.6 points per game.</p>


    <h2>Ragin Cajuns vs Cougars Pick</h2>
    <p><b>Free Spread Prediction:</b> Houston Cougars -7</p>
    <p><b>Free Total Prediction:</b> Over 58.5</p>

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