Free NCAA Pick: Washington State vs. Colorado State Odds
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2023 NCAAF Handicapping Analysis: Week 1
(0-0) Washington State Cougars vs. Colorado State Rams (0-0)
Date: Saturday, September 2nd
Time: 7:00 ET
Venue: Sonny Lubick Field at Canvas Stadium
NCAA Week 1 ATS Betting Lines: Washington State -12 | Colorado State +12
Week 1 CFB Moneyline Odds: Washington State -487 | Colorado State +358
College Football Betting Total: O/U 55.5
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Last season, the WSU Cougars achieved a record of 7-6 and experienced a loss in the LA Bowl. The Rams’ 2022 campaign concluded on a disappointing note, as they failed to secure a bowl berth due to a challenging season with a record of 3-9.
The most recent matchup between these teams finished with a 38-7 win for the Washington State. The Washington State offense threw the ball 34 times vs. Colorado State finishing with 299 passing yards.
Overall, Colorado State finished with 249 yards of offense.
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Washington State Cougars
The Washington State Cougars are coming off a season in which they finished with an overall record of 7-6 while going 4-5 in Pac-12 play. The Cougars ended their season with a 29-6 loss to the Fresno State Bulldogs in the Jimmy Kimmel La Bowl.
In non-conference play, Washington State went 3-1 last season.
Washington State Cougars Stats
Washington State is bringing back last year’s leading passer, Cameron Ward. A year ago he threw for 3231 yards and 23 touchdowns. His passer rating for the season was 90.
The Washington State Cougars are looking for Nakia Watson to build on last year’s production in the running game. Last year, he finished with 769 yards on the ground. Lincoln Victor is the team’s top returning receiver after catching 26 for 245 last season.
On defense, the Cougars finished 83rd in the NCAA in points allowed at 22.9 points per game. On average, they gave up 267.8 passing yards on a completion percentage of 61.5%. Washington State’s run defense was 53rd in College Football at 134.6 rushing yards per game.
For the season, they were 15th in quarterback hurries and 14th in sacks.
Colorado State Rams
The Rams are coming off a season in which they finished with a record of 3-9, putting them 9th in the Mountain West. In Mountain West action, Colorado State went 3-5. In non-conference action, the Rams were 0-4.
Last year, Colorado State did not qualify for a bowl game.
Colorado State Rams Stats
Quarterback Clay Millen returns to the team after throwing for 1910 yards and throwing 10 touchdowns. Last year he completed 72.2% of his passes.
The Colorado State Rams are looking for Avery Morrow to build on last year’s production in the running game.
Last year, he finished with 834 yards on the ground. Tory Horton is the team’s top returning receiver after catching 71 for 1131 last season.
When looking at how Colorado State got after the quarterback last year, they were 27th in sacks and 24th in QB hurries.
Overall, they allowed an average of 26.9 points per game, putting them 95th in the NCAA.
Washington State Cougars vs. Colorado State Rams NCAA Football Betting Trends
- The Cougars are 5-0 in their last five games as a favorite.
- Conversely, the Rams are 4-1 ATS in their last five games as an underdog.
- Also, the Cougars are 5-5 ATS in their last ten road games.
- On the other side, the Rams have gone 4-6 across their last ten home games.
- Over the Cougars’ last 3 road games, the over/under record is 1-2.
- The Rams’ have an over/under record of 1-2 in their last 3 games at home.
Washington State vs. Colorado State Line Movement
| Open-ML | Live-ML | Open-Spread | Live-Spread | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cougars | -699 | -487 | -14.5 | -12 |
| Rams | +430 | +358 | +14.5 | +12 |
4* Free Week 1 NCAA Betting Prediction: Colorado State +12
One trend working in the Colorado State’s favor in this matchup is the fact that home underdogs covered the spread at a rate of 50.3% last season.
Is it possible for head coach Jake Dickert to lead Washington State to an entirely new echelon, especially with the introduction of two fresh coordinators?
My belief is that their inaugural game might showcase this potential. Anticipate them securing a lead against Colorado State, possibly with a 10-point advantage.
I do think however that Colorado State will cover the spread in this week one matchup.
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Washington State Cougars vs. Colorado State Rams NCAA Betting Tweet Of The Day
https://twitter.com/WSUCougarFB/status/1696181174283206851
Hear from @CoachJayNorvell as he previews the Washington State game during his weekly press conference #Stalwart x #SellOutWazzu pic.twitter.com/83bHN9T39Y
— Colorado State Football (@CSUFootball) August 28, 2023
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