Washington State vs Fresno State Prediction, Game Preview, and Betting Lines

Washington State might have been rocked by Boise State two weeks ago, but it’s still in the hunt for big things if it can go on a roll.

Its wins over Texas Tech and Washington are looking better and better, but it could use a great performance against Fresno State to spark a strong second half.

The Cougars should be the favorite the rest of the way - at Oregon State is the most dangerous game left - but getting through a road game at Fresno State is hard enough.

Fresno State might have been rocked by UNLV two weeks ago, but with no Boise State on the slate there’s still a shot at getting to the Mountain West title game with a relatively easy conference slate the rest of the way. This starts a run of three of the next four games at home.

Washington State vs Fresno State Preview

Washington State vs Fresno State How to Watch
Date: Saturday, October 12, 2024
Game Time: 7:00 pm ET
Venue: Valley Children's Stadium, Fresno, CA
How to Watch: FS1
Fresno State (3-2), Washington State (4-1)
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Washington State vs Fresno State: Who Will Win

Both passing games are solid, but both teams are far better when their respective ground games are working.

Fresno State didn’t run a lick against Michigan and UNLV - those are the two losses - but that’s because the passing attack had to wing it around to try keeping up.

Washington State’s pass defense is a problem. It gets hit way too hard thanks to a non-existent pass rush, but it often makes up for it with takeaways.

Fresno State will move the ball in bunches, but two turnovers will prove costly in the firefight.

Washington State vs Fresno State Prediction, Betting Lines

Washington State 34, Fresno State 27
Line: Washington State -3.5, o/u: 61.5
ATS Confidence out of 5: 3
Washington State vs Fresno State Must See Rating: 3

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