Even though University of Houston and Oregon State were in a close game in the fourth quarter, ESPN still moved it to ESPNews to make way for the start of the Texas-Texas State game.

HOUSTON — Tackling plagues nearly every defense in college football during the first game of the season. Oregon State was no exception. The Beavers had several missed and broken tackles lead to explosive plays in a 33-20 loss to No. 23 Houston Saturday afternoon at TDECU Stadium.

The Cougars are 21-point favorites in the latest Oregon State vs. Houston odds. The over/under for total points is 51.5. Before making any Oregon State vs. Houston picks, be sure to check out the Houston vs. Oregon State predictions from the SportsLine Projection Model .

Houston took over at its own 29-yard line and Weigman scrambled for a 21-yard gain to midfield. The Cougars pick up a couple more first downs, including a fourth-down conversion. Ultimately, Houston had to settle for a 32-yard field goal for Dimas.

HOUSTON — Oregon State will be without starters on offense and defense in its season opener. Receiver Eddie Freauff and safety Harlem Howard are among the players who are out for the Beavers against No. 23 Houston Saturday afternoon at TDECU Stadium.

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