Arkansas State Red Wolves vs TCU Horned Frogs Prediction, 9/19/2026 College Football Picks, Best Bets & Odds

Game: Arkansas State Red Wolves vs TCU Horned Frogs

Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026

Location: Amon G. Carter Stadium in Fort Worth, TX

TV: ESPN+

Odds/Point Spread: Horned Frogs (-20.5)

Total/Over-Under: 57

The Arkansas State Red Wolves (1-1) are headed to Amon G. Carter Stadium on Saturday, September 19, 2026 where they will go up against the TCU Horned Frogs (1-1). Arkansas State opens as 20.5-point underdogs. The betting total is set at 57.

The Arkansas State Red Wolves head into this game 1-1 this year. The last time they stepped onto the field, the Red Wolves faced the West Georgia Wolves and took home the win by a score of 52-7. Once the final whistle blew, they ran 57 plays for 391 yds. The Arkansas State Red Wolves ended up rushing 40 different times and recorded 256 yards, earning them an average of 6.4 yards per attempt. When it came to stopping the run, the Red Wolves gave up 72 yds on 24 tries, which is an average of 3.0 yds per run surrendered. Arkansas State gave up 19 completions on 34 tries for 174 yds, and a completion rate of 55.9%.

When talking about getting in the endzone, the Arkansas State Red Wolves have an average of 38.0 PPG. As a unit they're averaging 182.5 yards in the run game giving them a rank of 57th in Division 1. The Red Wolves have earned 825 total yards for the season. When it comes to getting in the endzone, Arkansas State has compiled 3 touchdowns through the air and 5 rushing touchdowns. Arkansas State has recorded 43 1st downs, and they have committed 11 infractions for 97 yards. They have surrendered the ball 5 times.

When talking about passing yards, the Red Wolves have allowed 362 yards which has them ranked 52nd in the nation. They have relinquished 181.0 yards per game via the pass as well as giving up a completion percentage of 63.3%. In total, they are allowing 384.5 yards per game which puts them 105th in the nation. They have granted 3 touchdowns by air in addition to 4 touchdowns pounding the rock. They are allowing teams to run for an average of 5.7 yards per attempt on the ground and 203.5 yards on the ground per contest this year. In total, they have allowed 407 yards via the running game in 2 contests. The Red Wolves sit in 89th in the nation regarding the opposition scoring, conceding 24.5 PPG.

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The Horned Frogs come into this game with a record of 1-1 this year. In their last game, the Horned Frogs took home the win by a final score of 63-7 when they faced the Grambling State Tigers. The Horned Frogs finished the game with a total of 676 yards while running 69 plays (9.8 yards per play). TCU ran for 7.7 yards per attempt, finishing the game with 285 yards on 37 attempts. TCU gave up 28 running attempts for 20 yards (0.7 yards per carry). The Horned Frogs pass defense conceded a completion rate of 56.0%, relinquishing 190 yards on 14 out of 25 through the air.

The TCU Horned Frogs have an average of 478.5 yards per game, which ranks them 32nd in the nation. The TCU offense has totaled 150 yds of penalties on 16 infractions, which is good for 37th in Division 1 in terms of hurting your team. They have an average of 195.5 yards per game on the ground and have toted the ball for 391 yards for this year. They have given away no picks while allowing opponents to recover 2 fumbles and they have earned 51 first downs. Concerning their scoring prowess, the Horned Frogs currently sit 46th in the nation averaging 36.5 points per contest. For the season to this point, the Horned Frogs have earned 566 yards via the pass together with holding an average of 283.0 passing yards per game, putting them at 34th in the country.

TCU has given up a total of 110 rushing yards (55.0 yards per game) in addition to 1 touchdown via the rush for the campaign. They have surrendered 1 touchdown through the air in addition to 211.0 yards/outing, ranking them 75th in Division 1. Their defense has compiled 2 fumbles and 2 picks so far this season. The Horned Frogs defense has taken part in 110 plays, which is 21st in Division 1. The Horned Frogs are allowing 11.0 PPG, ranking them 20th in D-1.

Who will win tonight's Red Wolves/Horned Frogs college football game against the spread?

Josh's Pick: Take the Red Wolves +20.5

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