ESPN Bet · as of July 10, 2026
North Texas defeated Lamar 51–0 in a dominant performance. North Texas covered by 23.5; Game went Under by 11.5. The market closed at North Texas -27.5 and the Blue Chip model made it North Texas -28.6, an edge of 1.1 points toward North Texas.
North Texas held Lamar to just 119 total yards, recorded three sacks and eight tackles for loss, and pitched a shutout, showcasing a stifling defense that could be a key factor in upcoming games.
Redshirt freshman Drew Mestemaker threw for 329 yards and three touchdowns, adding a rushing score, solidifying his role as the starting quarterback after earning the job last week.
Cameron Dorner (7 rec, 98 yards, TD) and Wyatt Young (4 rec, 97 yards, TD) were key targets, indicating reliable options in the passing game moving forward.
Kali Nguma was perfect on PATs (6-for-6) and made a 28-yard field goal, providing reliable kicking that can be crucial in close contests.
The 51-0 blowout win, the largest margin of victory in the series, boosts team morale and momentum heading into the next game.
At kickoff, conditions at DATCU Stadium were Overcast, 78°F with winds of 8 mph. Weather is not expected to be a meaningful factor in this game. Historical weather data for this game is preserved in the panel alongside. Weather data is sourced from WeatherAPI.com.
Overcast
78°F
| Measure | LamarAway | North TexasHome |
|---|---|---|
| This week | 284 miles | 0 miles |
| Last week | Bye week | Bye week |
| Season total | 284 miles | 0 miles |
| Body clock | 19:00 | 19:00 |
| Rest | Season opener | Season opener |
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