Washington State Cougars vs Boise State Broncos Prediction, 9/28/2024 College Football Picks, Best Bets & Odds

Game: Washington State Cougars vs Boise State Broncos

Date: Saturday, September 28, 2024

Location: Albertsons Stadium in Boise, ID

TV: FOX

Odds/Point Spread: Broncos (-7.5)

Total/Over-Under: 65

The Washington State Cougars (4-0) are headed to Albertsons Stadium on Saturday, September 28, 2024 where they will attempt to defeat the Boise State Broncos (2-1). Washington State opens this matchup as 7.5-point dogs from Vegas oddsmakers. The total is 65.

The Washington State Cougars step onto the field holding a record of 4-0 for this season. In their last matchup, the Cougars faced the San Jose State Spartans and notched a win by a score of 54-52. Once the final whistle blew, they had 95 plays which totaled 627 yards. The Washington State Cougars ended up rushing 49 different times and totaled 237 yds, which earned them an average of 4.8 yds per attempt. Against the rush, the Cougars conceded 116 yds on 21 attempts, which calculates to 5.5 yds per run surrendered. Washington State relinquished 35 pass completions on 54 tries for 375 yds, and a completion percentage of 64.8%.

The Cougars have racked up 2,061 total yards over the course of this year. When it comes to distribution of touchdowns, Washington State has compiled 12 touchdowns via the pass and 12 rushing touchdowns. They have given the ball to the opposition 4 different times. Washington State has accounted for 95 1st downs offensively, and they have been hurt by 26 penalties for 235 yards. Offensively they're averaging 224.5 yards on the ground which has them sitting 22nd in Division 1. Concerning scoring points, the Washington State Cougars hold an average of 46.3 points per outing.

Concerning passing yardage, the Cougars have conceded 1,278 yards which puts them in 133rd in Division 1. They have surrendered 319.5 yards per outing through the air in addition to allowing a completion percentage of 63.0%. In total, they have surrendered 470.8 yards per outing which ranks them 128th in the nation. They have allowed 9 touchdowns by air as well as 5 touchdowns on the ground. The opposition is running for an average of 4.8 yards per rushing attempt and 151.3 yards on the ground per contest on the year. Over the course of this year, they have given up 605 running yards through 4 outings. The Cougars are ranked 100th in the nation when it comes to team defense, giving up 29.3 PPG.

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The Broncos head into this matchup 2-1 for this season. In their last game, the Broncos got the victory with a final of 56-14 when they played the Portland State Vikings. Boise State relinquished 38 rush attempts for 147 yds (3.9 yds per carry). The Broncos passing defense allowed a completion rate of 65.0%, relinquishing 130 yards on 13 out of 20 through the air. The Broncos finished the game with 609 yards while running 66 plays (9.2 yards per play). Boise State rushed for 9.0 yds per carry, finishing with a total of 342 yds on 38 attempts.

Concerning how much they score, the Broncos rank 7th in Division 1 holding an average of 48.7 points per game. The Boise State Broncos maintain an average of 543.0 yards per contest, ranking them 6th in the nation. The Boise State offense has compiled 165 yds of penalties on 18 violations, which is good for 104th in college football in terms of hurting your team. They have tossed 1 pick while losing 1 fumble and they have earned 69 first downs. During the season thus far, the Broncos have thrown for a total of 695 yards through the air along with an average of 231.7 passing yards per game, which ranks 67th in Division 1. They hold an average of 311.3 run yards per game and have rushed for 934 yards for the year.

Boise State has given up a total of 395 yards rushing (131.7 yards per game) as well as 7 touchdowns on the ground so far this season. They have surrendered 4 touchdowns from the passing game in addition to 231.7 yards/game, which has them ranked 90th in Division 1. They have 3 fumbles recovered and 0 picks this year. The Broncos defense has participated in 200 plays, which has them ranked 28th in the nation. The Broncos are allowing 32.0 points per contest, which has them 113th in Division 1. This year, they have surrendered 96 total points.

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

Guy's Pick: Take the Broncos -7.5

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