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Boise St. Broncos vs Washington St. Cougars Predictions October 24, 2026

Game time: October 24, 2026 at 6:00 PM ET

Venue: Martin Stadium — Pullman, WA

Article updated Oct 19, 12:14 AM EDT

By SportsJaw Editorial Team

Boise State will beat Washington State, 31-21, with its demonstrated offensive production providing the strongest matchup advantage against a Cougars defense coming off a 555-yard concession. The Broncos are the stronger winner selection for October 24, but laying 12.5 points leaves a tougher decision. Neither the supplied spread nor the total of 51 offers a compelling wager; the official recommendation is Pass.

Boise St. Broncos vs Washington St. Cougars prediction and best bet

Boise State is the pick to win this 2026 college football matchup. Its 5-1 record and five-game winning streak offer a stronger foundation than Washington State’s 1-6 start. More specifically, the Broncos have exceeded 500 offensive yards three times this season, a meaningful strength against an opponent that struggled to contain Oregon State.

The best betting decision is Pass. Boise State’s advantages support the winner forecast, but a double-digit road spread demands a separate judgment about separation. Washington State’s scoring in its latest loss and Boise State’s seven-point victory over Fresno State leave enough uncertainty to keep the spread off the official card.

Odds, game time and how to watch

Game time: Saturday, October 24, 2026, at 4 p.m. Mountain time, according to Boise State’s October 18 report.

Broadcast: USA Sports, as identified in that report.

Records and streaks: Boise State is 5-1 overall and 2-0 in Pac-12 play, with five consecutive wins. Washington State is 1-6 overall and 0-3 in conference play.

SportsJaw spread odds: Boise State -12.5 (-110); Washington State +12.5 (-110).

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SportsJaw total odds: Over 51 (-110); Under 51 (-110).

SportsJaw moneyline odds: Boise State -525; Washington State +400.

Boise St. Broncos outlook

Boise State entered the week ranked No. 21 in the AP Top 25 and No. 22 in the Coaches Poll. Those rankings complement its winning record, although they should not be treated as separate proof that the Broncos will cover a sizable spread.

The more useful offensive evidence comes from the 38-31 road victory over Fresno State. That was Boise State’s third game above 500 offensive yards this season. Reaching that threshold repeatedly makes another productive afternoon a reasonable expectation, without requiring an assumption about whether the passing game or running game will lead it.

The same result supplies a caution. Boise State allowed 31 points and won by seven. It showed it could finish a road win, but that outcome also illustrates how a strong offensive performance can produce a margin smaller than this week’s spread.

Washington St. Cougars outlook

Washington State’s 48-30 loss at Oregon State exposed problems defending both phases of the offense. The Beavers finished with 347 passing yards and 208 rushing yards. The Cougars fell behind 17-0 in the opening quarter and reached halftime trailing 27-10, leaving their offense to chase the game.

There were useful offensive moments. Owen Eshelman connected with Branden Ganashamoorthy for a 40-yard touchdown with 1:53 remaining before halftime. Washington State also scored 14 fourth-quarter points after beginning that period down 34-16.

That response matters more to the spread discussion than to an upset prediction. It shows how the Cougars kept scoring despite a substantial deficit in that game. Repeating it could threaten a Boise State cover, but one touchdown connection and one productive quarter are too narrow a foundation for predicting another 30-point performance.

Key matchup factors

The central question is whether Boise State’s offensive production translates into sustained separation. Washington State’s latest defensive performance gives the Broncos a favorable opening. Still, projecting the same defensive breakdown against a different opponent would put too much weight on a single game.

The spread consensus adds no directional advantage. SportsJaw’s October 19 update shows a 50% blended share, with Boise State -12.5 (-110) displayed as the leader despite the even split. The combined consensus tally is 600 selections, divided 300 per side, and incorporates a modeled sportsbook sample. It is not a count of observed sportsbook tickets or users.

That split is neither a win probability nor a confidence rating. It leaves the football matchup as the main reason to favor Boise State and offers no additional reason to lay the points.

Boise St. Broncos vs Washington St. Cougars spread prediction

Spread recommendation: Pass on Boise State -12.5 (-110) and Washington State +12.5 (-110). Boise State must win by at least 13 points to cover. The projected 10-point margin falls short of that requirement.

The projection falls on Washington State’s side of the number, but the Cougars’ latest defensive performance makes taking the points uncomfortable too. A plausible finishing margin is not enough by itself to justify a wager. Boise State has the clearer path to victory; neither spread side has a sufficiently persuasive value case.

Boise St. Broncos vs Washington St. Cougars total prediction

Total recommendation: Pass on Over 51 (-110) and Under 51 (-110). The projected score totals 52, close enough to the line that it offers no meaningful cushion for an Over bet.

The recent results give scoring a credible path: Boise State’s last win totaled 69 points, and Washington State’s last loss totaled 78. Those two games involved different opponents, however. They cannot carry a full expectation for this matchup’s possessions or scoring efficiency. Washington State’s ability to contribute throughout the game remains the pivotal uncertainty.

Boise St. Broncos vs Washington St. Cougars projected score

Game forecast: Boise State 31, Washington State 21. The Broncos’ repeated high-yardage performances and stronger results support a road victory. The strongest counterargument to comfortable separation is the combination of Washington State’s late scoring against Oregon State and the 31 points Boise State conceded to Fresno State.

Confidence is medium in the winner forecast, with less conviction about the margin. Boise State is the projected winner, both the spread and total are passes, and the single official SportsJaw betting recommendation is Pass.

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Broncos31

Cougars21

Projected winner Boise St. BroncosConfidencemedium
Pick on the Spread

Published pick: Pass on Boise St. Broncos -12.5 (-110) and Washington St. Cougars +12.5 (-110)

Pick on the Total

Published pick: Pass (article line changed)

Sources

  • Boise State University AthleticsBroncos Move up Two Positions in Both National Polls
  • Oregon State University AthleticsPrevious-game context: Newberry Has Career Day, Beavers Beat Washington State, 48-30

SportsJaw Broncos vs Cougars game preview analysis and predictions incorporate current odds, injury reports, team statistics and market data. Information is updated regularly, but lines and player availability can change. Please confirm current information before wagering. View history of past Broncos vs Cougars matchups or learn how our predictions work.

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Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Boise St. Broncos-614 → -525Moved
  • Moneyline · Washington St. Cougars+488 → +400Moved
  • Spread · Boise St. Broncos-13.5 (-110) → -12.5 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · Washington St. Cougars+13.5 (-110) → +12.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over50.5 (-110) → 51.5 (-105)Moved
  • Total · Under50.5 (-110) → 51.5 (-115)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Boise St. Broncos
5-1 matchup record · 5-5-0 ATS · 6-4-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Washington St. Cougars
0-6 matchup record · 8-2-0 ATS · 3-7-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2026-10-19T04:14:22.923Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

No verified injury or availability note was included in the published matchup research.

Recent head-to-head

  • 2024-09-28Washington St. Cougars 24 · Boise St. Broncos 45
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