Montana St. Bobcats vs Idaho Vandals Predictions Today
Montana State will beat Idaho, with a projected score of Montana State 35, Idaho 24. The Bobcats’ replacement quarterback and running back delivered substantial production against Northern Arizona, giving the unbeaten visitors the stronger winning case. Idaho’s productive offense against FCS opponents, extra rest and Montana State’s confirmed absences make Idaho +17 (-111) the best bet. The total is a Pass.
Montana St. Bobcats vs Idaho Vandals prediction and best bet
Montana State has the stronger case to win this Big Sky matchup, but Idaho has the better case against the spread. The Bobcats enter 5-0 after beating Northern Arizona 28-14 with Patrick Duchien making his first career start at quarterback. That successful adjustment matters with Justin Lamson, Taco Dowler and Adam Jones ruled out for this game.
Idaho +17 (-111) is the official wager. The Vandals average 30.0 points against three FCS opponents and lost their two games before the bye by a combined eight points. Those results suggest a more competitive opponent than an 0-4 record implies. Montana State remains the winner pick; asking its depleted offense to create a margin beyond 17 points is a tougher proposition.
Odds, game time and how to watch
Game: Montana State at Idaho, 2026 college football season, Friday, October 2.
Kickoff: Both teams’ official previews list 7:30 p.m. Pacific, or 8:30 p.m. Mountain.
Venue and broadcast: P1FCU Kibbie Dome, Moscow, Idaho. ESPN.
Records: Montana State 5-0 overall, 2-0 Big Sky; Idaho 0-4 overall, 0-1 Big Sky. Montana State has won 19 consecutive games.
SportsJaw odds: Montana State -17 (-119); Idaho +17 (-111). Moneyline: Montana State -620; Idaho +510. Total: Over 58.5 (-115) or Under 58.5 (-115).