Boise State Broncos
Boise State brings five straight wins and a productive rushing attack to Pullman, where Washington State seeks its first conference victory. The spread challenge is separating the Broncos' clear form advantage from the Cougars' improving quarterback production.
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| Sportsbook | Spread | Moneyline | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| FanDuel | BOISE -14.5 WASHST +14.5 | BOISE -690 WASHST +480 | O 50.5 U 50.5 |
| Fanatics | BOISE -14 WASHST +14 | BOISE -650 WASHST +475 | O 50.5 U 50.5 |
Injury Report
Boise State listed receivers Cam Bates, Rasean Jones and Darren Morris, offensive lineman Carson Rasmussen and multiple defenders out on its October 10 availability report. Those designations are not confirmed for October 24 and require a fresh game-week check. Washington State has used Owen Eshelman at quarterback after earlier offensive struggles; no verified October 24 game-day absence list was available at this update.
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Boise State's rushing production gives it the clearest offensive advantage against a Washington State team that has struggled to turn possessions into wins. Riley forces disciplined tackling and reduces pressure on Maddux Madsen. The counterweight is Eshelman's mobility, especially against a Broncos defense susceptible to explosive plays.
3 Things to Watch
- Dylan Riley runs against the Cougar front
- Owen Eshelman on designed quarterback runs
- Third down stops and explosive passes
Betting Breakdown
Boise State arrives in Pullman at 5-1 with five consecutive victories and a week off following its 38-31 win at Fresno State. Running back Dylan Riley rushed for 150 yards in that victory, and quarterback Maddux Madsen threw for 238. The Broncos are 3-3 against the spread and failed to cover as favorites in their past two outings, a reminder that winning outright and covering sizable numbers are different tasks. Washington State is 1-6 after falling 48-30 at Oregon State. That defeat nevertheless offered a potential offensive turning point: Owen Eshelman passed for 289 yards and rushed for 136, while Branden Ganashamoorthy produced 147 receiving yards. The Cougars have lost five straight games, including home setbacks against Arizona and Fresno State. Boise State has the stronger running foundation, better results and extra preparation, while Washington State hopes its newly productive quarterback play can sustain drives and challenge a vulnerable Broncos secondary. The key betting question is whether the Cougars can score often enough to remain competitive, even if they struggle to stop Riley.
Boise State Betting Outlook
The Broncos' 5-1 record reflects five consecutive victories since opening with a seven-point loss at Oregon. Their three road games include wins at Western Michigan and Fresno State, although the Fresno result was closer than the betting line suggested. Riley supplies the ground threat, while Madsen gives the offense a passing complement. Boise State has topped 30 points in each victory, but its last two games were spread losses. Against Washington State, establishing the run early could simplify passing situations and limit the number of possessions for an improving Cougar attack. Coverage of explosive plays remains the defensive concern.
Washington State Betting Outlook
Washington State has won only once in seven games, beating Duquesne 48-7, and has dropped five straight since that result. The Cougars scored just six against Fresno State and 16 at Utah State before breaking through for 30 at Oregon State. Eshelman supplied nearly all of the latest offensive spark as a passer and runner, with Ganashamoorthy producing a standout receiving performance. Home field has offered limited relief: the Cougars are 1-2 at Gesa Field. To threaten Boise State, Washington State must avoid early stalled drives, contain Riley and generate a few explosive offensive answers rather than relying on a long series of defensive stops.
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Boise State's rushing production gives it the clearest offensive advantage against a Washington State team that has struggled to turn possessions into wins. Riley forces disciplined tackling and reduces pressure on Maddux Madsen. The counterweight is Eshelman's mobility, especially against a Broncos defense susceptible to explosive plays.
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