Washington State and Boise State will face off in a pivotal Week 5 matchup between two teams looking to assert themselves in the 2024 season. The Cougars come in undefeated at 4-0, having survived a thrilling 54-52 double-overtime win against San Jose State. Washington State’s offense, led by quarterback John Mateer, has been firing on all cylinders, averaging over 46 points per game. Mateer has thrown for 1,102 yards and 11 touchdowns while rushing for over 100 yards himself, showcasing his dual-threat capability. The Cougars have a well-rounded offense, averaging 290 passing yards and 224 rushing yards per game. Boise State, at 2-1, enters the game off a dominant 56-14 win against Portland State.

The Broncos have leaned on their ground game, with running back Ashton Jeanty racking up 586 yards and nine touchdowns through three games. Boise State’s rushing attack is averaging an impressive 311 yards per game, making it one of the top units in the country. Quarterback Maddux Madsen has been solid, contributing five touchdowns with just one interception. The key matchup will be Boise State’s defense, which has struggled to contain high-powered offenses, against Washington State’s explosive attack. The Cougars will look to exploit any weaknesses in Boise State’s secondary, while the Broncos will aim to dominate time of possession with their rushing attack.