Duquesne Dukes
Washington State finally gets its home opener after an 0-2 road start, but the Cougars' offense has scored only 17 points while Duquesne arrives off a 70-13 loss and its third straight road game.
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| Sportsbook | Spread | Moneyline | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| FanDuel | DUQ +35.5 WASHST -35.5 | — | O 52.5 U 52.5 |
Injury Report
Washington State's biggest injury concern is senior receiver Tony Freeman, who missed the Kansas State game with a knee injury and was listed with an estimated return of September 19. Tight end Hudson Cedarland remains out with a leg injury, while Ryan McKendry and CJ Toney carried questionable designations entering Week 2. Duquesne's current matchup injury listing shows no reported injuries.
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Washington State's clearest edge is on the ground against a Duquesne defense allowing 313.5 rushing yards per game and 5.8 yards per carry. The Cougars' offense has sputtered, but Pinnick, Vorhees and the backfield face a major class drop after consecutive road games against Washington and Kansas State.
3 Things to Watch
- WSU run game against Duquesne front
- Tony Freeman's knee status
- Duquesne third straight road test
Betting Breakdown
Washington State returns to Pullman 0-2 after losses to No. 17 Washington and Kansas State, but this is a dramatic drop in opponent strength. The Cougars scored only 17 points across those games and generated just 166 total yards at Kansas State, so bettors should still be cautious with any large number. Duquesne is also 0-2 and has been outscored 104-13, including a 70-13 loss at Youngstown State. The Dukes are allowing 313.5 rushing yards per game, a favorable setup for a WSU backfield that has not yet produced consistent efficiency. Caden Pinnick remains the key because his mobility can stress a defense that has already surrendered seven rushing touchdowns, while Ness Davis gives Duquesne its best chance to sustain drives after rushing for 88 yards last week. No consensus spread or total was posted as of September 14, so the cleaner early read is matchup-based: Washington State owns the talent, venue and schedule-strength advantages, but bettors should demand offensive progress before laying an extreme number.
Duquesne Betting Outlook
Duquesne's offense has struggled to create explosive plays through two road losses, averaging only 6.5 points and 175.5 total yards per game. The bright spot is senior running back Ness Davis, who followed a quiet opener with 88 yards on 11 carries at Youngstown State and now averages 5.5 yards per rush. Quarterback Carson Camp has completed 12 of 37 passes for 105 yards with one touchdown and two interceptions, making sustained passing success the biggest concern. Defensively, the Dukes have allowed 52.0 points and 526.5 yards per game, including 313.5 rushing yards, so keeping Washington State from finding rhythm on the ground is essential to any underdog case.
Washington State Betting Outlook
Washington State has opened 0-2 against a demanding road slate, losing 24-10 at Washington and 34-7 at Kansas State. Caden Pinnick has 207 passing yards and 90 rushing yards through two starts, but the offense has managed only 8.5 points per game and went 2-for-12 on third down at Kansas State. The home opener offers a clear reset against an FCS defense that has been hit hard on the ground. Kirby Vorhees also showed improvement with 45 rushing yards at Kansas State after 17 in the opener. Tony Freeman's knee status matters for explosiveness, but WSU should be able to build its plan around the run game and a major line-of-scrimmage advantage.
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Washington State's clearest edge is on the ground against a Duquesne defense allowing 313.5 rushing yards per game and 5.8 yards per carry. The Cougars' offense has sputtered, but Pinnick, Vorhees and the backfield face a major class drop after consecutive road games against Washington and Kansas State.
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