Ohio State vs Texas Player Prop Picks: WRs Golden Bets on January 10
- Ohio State’s Jeremiah Smith (-167) is a top player prop pick to score a touchdown.
- Texas’ Matthew Golden is a value pick to exceed 64.5 receiving yards.
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Texas is a sizable 5½ -point underdog versus Ohio State in the college football odds despite playing in the Cotton Bowl just a few hours away from Austin. If you are having trouble picking a side, you’ve come to the right place as there are plenty of enticing player props.
Here’s a look at my college football predictions for the best prop bets to make in this College Football Playoff game. We’re going to need to see more from Quinn Ewers and the Texas offense for the Longhorns to keep pace with Ohio State. Spoiler alert: I think we will.
Ohio State vs Texas: Bet These 4 Player Prop Picks
1. Ohio State WR Jeremiah Smith to Score a Touchdown
Let’s not overcomplicate this. There is some buzz that Ohio State freshman receiver Jeremiah Smith would be the No. 1 pick in the 2025 NFL Draft if the playmaker were eligible.
Jeremiah Smith & Caleb Downs: Program Cornerstones⭐️ pic.twitter.com/avFaJAwRlM
— PFF College (@PFF_College) January 7, 2025
The NFL will have to wait another two college football seasons before the star receiver can turn pro. For now, let’s take advantage of Smith’s player props. Per Ohio State vs Texas stats, Smith has scored two touchdowns in each of the first two College Football Playoff matchups.
Look for Smith to keep this hot streak going. Take Smith to score a touchdown as part of your SGP at the BetUS Sportsbook.
Texas accidentally leaked their game plan for Jeremiah Smith pic.twitter.com/vcRUR5J58j
— Woody (@woodyVSworld) January 6, 2025
Bet This Prop Pick: Jeremiah Smith Anytime Touchdown (-167)
2. Texas TE Gunnar Helm to Score a TD
Like Smith, Texas tight end Gunnar Helm has also been hot in the postseason. Helm appears to be one of Ewers’ favorite red zone targets.
Gunnar Helm broke Texas Football’s single-season reception record for a tight end against Clemson.
Here’s his response:#HookEm | #TexasFootball pic.twitter.com/gZcajjGaSi
— campbell choate (@campbell_choate) December 22, 2024
The tight end has posted a touchdown in each of the Longhorns’ previous two College Football Playoff games. Bet online on Helm to score a TD.
Bet This Prop Pick: Gunnar Helm Anytime Touchdown (+190)
3. Ohio State QB Will Howard Over 10.5 Rushing Yards
Ohio State quarterback Will Howard has not utilized his legs with Ohio State quite as much as the signal-caller did at Kansas State. Howard and the Buckeyes offense may be facing the best defensive line the team has seen all season versus the Longhorns.
Ohio State may need Howard to make some plays with his legs to open up things for the offense. Take the over on Howard’s rushing yards in the NCAAF player prop odds.
Will Howard hit the O-H celebration after his first rushing touchdown at Ohio State. pic.twitter.com/hdKJypXgFS
— Chase Brown (@chaseabrown__) September 8, 2024
Bet This Prop Pick: Will Howard Over 10.5 Rushing Yards (-113)
4. Texas WR Matthew Golden Over 64.5 Receiving Yards
Texas wideout Matthew Golden has emerged as potentially the Longhorns’ top receiving threat. Golden is coming off seven receptions for 149 yards and a TD versus Arizona State.
No big deal.
This may be the greatest Matthew that Texas has seen since McConaughey. Alright, alright, alright.
Golden has topped 70 receiving yards in four of his last five games. Ride with the over on Golden’s receiving yards for your final NCAAF pick.
Texas WR Matthew Golden vs Arizona State
Consistent “riser” — excellent burst and hands, dynamic in the air. 31 targets the last three weeks with a really intriguing profile. pic.twitter.com/iaWObGsfLx
— Ryan Fowler (@_RyanFowler_) January 2, 2025
Bet This Prop Pick: Matthew Golden Over 64.5 Receiving Yards (-114)
More Ohio State vs Texas Picks and Bets for Jan 10
Questions of the Day
Who is a Texas player to watch versus Ohio State?
Texas wide receiver Matthew Golden is riding a hot streak into the Cotton Bowl.
When can Jeremiah Smith enter the NFL draft?
Jeremiah Smith is not eligible to turn pro until the 2027 NFL draft.
Odds and information are accurate at the time of writing. Please check with official sources for the latest updates before placing any bets.
