Boise State Broncos vs San Jose State Spartans Prediction, 11/16/2024 College Football Picks, Best Bets & Odds

Game: Boise State Broncos vs San Jose State Spartans

Date: Saturday, November 16, 2024

Location: CEFCU Stadium in San Jose, CA

TV: CBSSN

Odds/Point Spread: Spartans (+13.5)

Total/Over-Under: 61.5

CEFCU Stadium is where the San Jose State Spartans (6-3) will take on the Boise State Broncos (8-1) on Saturday, November 16, 2024. Boise State opens this matchup as 13.5-point favorites. The betting total is set at 61.5.

The Boise State Broncos step onto the field holding a record of 8-1 for this season. The last time they took the field, the Broncos played against the Nevada Wolf Pack and went home with a win by a final score of 28-21. Against the run, the Broncos gave up 87 yds on 30 tries, which averages out to 2.9 yards per run allowed. Boise State gave up 18 pass completions on 27 attempts for 232 yards, and a completion rate of 66.7%. For the game, they had 67 plays which gave them a total of 393 yards. The Boise State Broncos ended up running the ball 47 different times and accounted for 274 yards, earning them an average of 5.8 yards per tote.

When talking about scoring, the Boise State Broncos hold an average of 43.8 points per contest. As a team they're maintaining an average of 268.6 yards via the ground game ranking them 2nd in college football. The Broncos currently have 4,466 yards in total for the year. When it comes to getting the ball in the endzone, Boise State has totaled 18 touchdowns through the air and 32 rushing touchdowns. Boise State has accumulated 216 first downs as a team, and they have been flagged for 46 penalties for 401 yds. They have turned the football over 6 different times.

When it comes to yards via the pass, the Broncos are conceding 2,224 yards which puts them in 100th in D-1. They have surrendered 247.1 yards per game via the pass in addition to conceding a completion percentage of 62.3%. Overall, they have given up 359.3 yards per outing which ranks them 61st in college football. They have relinquished 16 touchdowns through the air and 12 touchdowns running the ball. The opposition is running for 3.4 yards per rush and 112.2 rushing yards per contest this season. In total, they have given up 1,010 running yards through 9 outings. The Broncos are ranked 72nd in college football when it comes to the opposition scoring, giving up 25.1 PPG.

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The Spartans come into this matchup with a record of 6-3 for this season. The last time they took the field, the Spartans got the victory with a final of 24-13 against the Oregon State Beavers. San Jose State rushed for 3.8 yards per tote, finishing the contest with 68 yds on 18 attempts. The Spartans ended up finishing with 463 yards and they ran 53 plays (8.7 yds per play). The Spartans pass defense gave up a completion percentage of 64.9%, relinquishing 292 yards on 24 for 37 through the air. San Jose State surrendered 45 rush attempts for 182 yards (4.0 yards per carry).

The San Jose State Spartans maintain an average of 426.9 yards/outing, which ranks them 37th in D-1. The San Jose State offense has accrued 572 yards of penalties on 64 infractions, which ranks 35th in college football in terms of giving up free yards. They are averaging 94.6 yards per game via the rush and have toted the ball for 851 yards for this season. They have given away 12 interceptions while letting opponents recover 8 fumbles and they have been able to record 191 1st downs. Regarding their scoring prowess, the Spartans are sitting 61st in Division 1 with an average of 28.8 PPG. For the season thus far, the Spartans have compiled 2,991 yards through the air along with an average of 332.3 throwing yards per contest, ranking them 5th in the country.

The Spartans are allowing 24.1 PPG, which has them 67th in the country. San Jose State has allowed the opposition a total of 1,361 yards on the ground (151.2 yards/game) and 14 touchdowns rushing so far this season. Overall, they have relinquished 217 pts. They have given up 13 touchdowns via the pass as well as 235.9 yards per outing, which puts them in 95th in the country. The Spartans defense has participated in 682 plays, which ranks 121st in college football. They have earned 6 fumbles recovered and 16 picks on the year.

Who will win tonight's Broncos/Spartans college football game against the spread?

Guy's Pick: Take the Spartans +13.5

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