The Washington State Cougars (4-1) hit the road to play the Fresno State Bulldogs (3-2) at Valley Children’s Stadium on Saturday, October 12, 2024.

The Cougars are the favorites (-3.5) in their game against the Bulldogs, with the over/under being 61.5 points. (In terms of the moneyline, the Cougars are -166 and the Bulldogs are +138.)

Below you’ll find our preview for this this matchup between the Cougars and the Bulldogs, and uncover all of our expert picks here, too!

Washington State vs. Fresno State betting lines

• Spread favorite: Cougars (-3.5)
• Moneyline: Cougars (-166), Bulldogs (+138)
• Total: 61.5 points
• TV Channel: FOX Sports Networks
• Live Stream: Fubo (Watch for free)

Washington State vs. Fresno State betting info and stats

Washington State, through four games with a spread so far this season, has gone 2-2-0 against the spread. Washington State has yet to cover the spread when playing as favorites by at least 3.5 points (a 0-1 ATS record). Washington State won both of the games it has played as the moneyline favorite this season. Fresno State is 3-1-0 against the spread through four opportunities so far this season. In the one game Fresno State has been an underdog by at least 3.5 points this season, it has covered the spread. Fresno State has been the underdog on the moneyline twice so far this season, and it lost both games.

Washington State vs. Fresno State recent stats and trends

Washington State Cougars

Fresno State Bulldogs

Washington State vs. Fresno State key players

Washington State Cougars

• John Mateer has been a dual threat for Washington State so far this season. He has 1,429 passing yards, completing 58.2% of his passes and recording 13 touchdown passes and five interceptions this season. He’s rushed for 453 yards (90.6 ypg) on 77 carries with five rushing touchdowns.
• Wayshawn Parker has carried the ball 62 times for 325 yards (65 per game) and two touchdowns.
• Kyle Willams’ team-leading 464 yards as a receiver have come on 25 catches (out of 37 targets) with five touchdowns.
• Kris Hutson has caught 25 passes for 379 yards (75.8 yards per game) and one touchdown this year.
• Josh Meredith has a total of 286 receiving yards so far this year, grabbing 19 passes and scoring two touchdowns.
• Raam Stevenson Jr. has collected two sacks to pace the team, while also recording two TFL and six tackles.
• Stephen Hall is the team’s tackle leader this year. He’s collected 14 tackles, one TFL, and one interception.
• Ethan O’Connor has a team-leading two interceptions to go along with eight tackles, one TFL, and two passes defended.

Fresno State Bulldogs

• Mikey Keene has 1,356 passing yards, or 271.2 per game, so far this season. He has completed 66.5% of his passes and has tossed seven touchdowns with six interceptions.
• The team’s top rusher, Malik Sherrod, has carried the ball 60 times for 196 yards (39.2 per game) with four touchdowns.
• Elijah Gilliam has run for 175 yards across 48 attempts, scoring two touchdowns.
• Mac Dalena has racked up 501 receiving yards on 22 catches to pace his squad so far this season while scoring four touchdowns as a receiver.
• Jalen Moss has 22 receptions (on 31 targets) for a total of 338 yards (67.6 yards per game) this year.
• Raylen Sharpe’s 25 receptions (on 38 targets) have netted him 249 yards (49.8 ypg) and one touchdown.
• Ezra Christensen has racked up one sack to pace the team, while also picking up one TFL.
• Cameron Lockridge has been all over the field, leading the team in both tackles and interceptions. He has 18 tackles, two TFL, and three interceptions so far.