DraftKings · as of July 8, 2026
Louisiana Tech defeated Liberty 34–28 in a closely contested finish. Louisiana Tech covered by 7.5; Game went Over by 16.5. The market closed at Liberty -1.5 and the Blue Chip model made it Louisiana Tech -9.9 - a gap of 11.4 points toward Louisiana Tech, of which 10.3 points were beyond the model's measured factors. That was an information gap - the market pricing something the model does not carry - rather than a measured edge.
Louisiana Tech overcame a 21-point third-quarter deficit to win in overtime, showing strong mental toughness and ability to adjust under pressure.
The defense forced four interceptions, including two by Jakari Foster, which were crucial in shifting momentum and securing the win.
Quarterback Trey Kukuk and running back Andrew Burnette combined for 236 rushing yards and five touchdowns, highlighting a potent ground game that can control the clock and wear down defenses.
Kukuk completed 65% of his passes for 118 yards and added 143 rushing yards, demonstrating dual-threat capability that will challenge future opponents.
Andrew Burnette's 25-yard touchdown run in overtime sealed the victory, underscoring the team's ability to execute in high-pressure situations.
At kickoff, conditions at Joe Aillet Stadium were Overcast, 59°F with winds of 5 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
59°F
| Measure | LibertyAway | Louisiana TechHome |
|---|---|---|
| This week | 833 miles | 0 miles |
| Last week | 1,605 miles | 3,244 miles |
| Season total | 7,579 miles | 8,296 miles |
| Body clock | 15:00 | 14:00 |
| Rest | 7 days | 6 days |
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