How to Watch: Texas vs. Sam Houston State storylines, odds, all-time series

The No. 8 Texas Longhorns (2-1) stay home this Saturday when they host the Sam Houston State Bearkats (0-3) from Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Here’s how to watch, the odds, and storylines.

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How to watch

Time: 7:00 p.m. Central

Location: Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium, Austin, Texas

TV Network: SEC Network (ESPN+)

All-time series: Texas 1-0

Last meeting: Texas 56, Sam Houston State 3 (2006)

How to watch on ESPN+/SEC Network+

All information via ESPN

If a game is airing on both SEC Network+ and ESPN+ simultaneously, where do I watch?
Both streams will be available in the ESPN App. SEC Network authenticated subscribers of AT&T TV, Cox, DIRECTV, DISH Network, fuboTV, Hulu + Live TV, Optimum, Sling TV, Spectrum TV, Suddenlink, Verizon Fios, Xfinity TV, YouTube TV, Vidgo, members of the NCTC, as well as those with access to SEC Network through TV-connected devices, can watch the game via SEC Network+. If you do not have access to SEC Network, you can access games via a subscription to ESPN.

Do I have to pay separately to access SEC Network+?
No. SEC Network+ is complementary to SEC Network and part of your subscription with your cable, satellite, or streaming provider.

If a game is on ESPN+ or SEC Network+, can I watch it on TV?
SEC Network+ and ESPN+ are not television channels, but they are available via the ESPN App on your TV through connected streaming services and devices.

Will the games on SEC Network+ and ESPN+ look any different?
These games will have the same production value as games across all ESPN networks. For games airing simultaneously on SEC Network+ and ESPN+, both feeds will have the same on-air commentators and game coverage. 

Am I able to watch the network on my mobile phone or a similar device?
Yes, SEC Network is available on SECNetwork.com and on connected devices. It is accessible with your TV credentials and can be accessed through the ESPN App on smartphones, tablets, connected streaming devices, or espn.com/watch via participating providers.

Can I pay to subscribe to SEC Network or SEC Network+ online, Pay-Per-View, or via ESPN3 if I can’t get it on TV?
No. However, with a cable or satellite subscription, you can access the network using your TV credentials through the ESPN App on smartphones, tablets, connected streaming devices or via espn.com/watch. 

How can I get SEC Network?
SEC Network is distributed nationally as well as in the SEC footprint with providers large and small. You should have multiple provider options in your area. A list of current providers can be viewed on the SEC Network Channel Finder.

Betting the game
Odds via BetMGM

Point spread: Texas -39.5

Over/under: 51.5

Moneyline: N/A

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