Colorado State Rams vs UTSA Roadrunners Predictions September 26, 2026
UTSA will beat Colorado State, with a projected score of UTSA 31, Colorado State 24. The Roadrunners’ sustained home success under Jeff Traylor supplies the strongest reason to favor them, while the Rams’ takeaways and penalty discipline make a comfortable margin less convincing. Neither UTSA -13.5 (-110) nor the total of 58 (-110) offers a demonstrated betting edge. The official recommendation is Pass.
Colorado State Rams vs UTSA Roadrunners prediction and best bet
UTSA gets the winner pick because its home performance gives the forecast a foundation beyond one September result. The Roadrunners are 34-5 at home under Jeff Traylor since 2020 and have won 22 of their past 25 home games. Colorado State faces its first road assignment of the season.
The challenge is translating that advantage into a winning margin. Colorado State brings seven interceptions through three games and a substantial advantage in penalty discipline. Those strengths could keep the Rams competitive even if UTSA controls enough possessions to win. The forecast is UTSA 31, Colorado State 24, with low confidence. Best bet: Pass, with neither market offering a sufficiently persuasive edge.
Odds, game time and how to watch
Game: Colorado State Rams at UTSA Roadrunners, Saturday, September 26, 2026, in the 2026 college football season.
Venue: Alamodome, San Antonio, Texas. Broadcast: ESPNU.
Records: Both teams are 2-1 entering the matchup. Colorado State is making its first road trip of the season.
SportsJaw spread: Colorado State +13.5 (-110); UTSA -13.5 (-110).
SportsJaw moneyline: Colorado State +415; UTSA -550.
SportsJaw total: Over 58 (-110); Under 58 (-110). The spread makes UTSA a substantial favorite, a stronger margin expectation than this forecast.