San Jose State Spartans vs. Fresno State Bulldogs prediction, October 26, 2024 college football tips, best bets and odds

Game: San Jose State Spartans vs. Fresno State Bulldogs

Date: Saturday, October 26, 2024

Location: Valley Children's Stadium in Fresno, California

TV: truTV

Odds/point distribution: Bulldogs (-5.0)

Total/Over-Under: 55

The Fresno State Bulldogs (4-3) welcome the San Jose State Spartans (5-2) to Valley Children's Stadium on Saturday, October 26, 2024. San Jose State is rated at 5.0 by oddsmakers. The over/under is 55.

The San Jose State Spartans are 5-2 heading into this matchup this year. The last time they took the field, the Spartans took the field against the Wyoming Cowboys and earned a victory by a score of 24-14. The San Jose State Spartans finished 25 times and rushed for 176 yards, giving them an average of 7.0 yards per carry. In total, they ran 64 plays, which gave them 498 yards. San Jose State allowed 18 pass completions on 38 attempts, for a total of 310 yards and a 47.4% completion rate. On the ground, the Spartans gained 56 yards on 38 attempts, which equates to 1.5 yards per run given up.

When it comes to scoring, the San Jose State Spartans average 32.1 points per game. As a unit, they average 97.4 yards on the ground, which ranks them 126th in D-1. The Spartans have accumulated 2,994 total yards this season. When it comes to getting the ball into the end zone, San Jose State has scored 19 passing touchdowns and 10 rushing touchdowns. San Jose State recorded 151 first downs on offense and was flagged for 48 violations for 419 yards. They turned the ball over 15 times.

The Spartans rank 71st in college football in opponents' scoring, which equates to a PPG of 24.4. Opponents are averaging 3.7 yards per rush and 150.4 yards on the ground per contest on the year. In total, they have given up 1,053 rushing yards in 7 games. In terms of yards through the air, the Spartans have given up 1,556 yards, which ranks them 81st in D-1. They give up 222.3 yards through the air per game and allow a completion rate of 56.7%. They have totaled 372.7 yards/out, which ranks them 80th in college football. They threw 10 touchdowns by air and 12 touchdowns on the rock.

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The Bulldogs enter this game with a record of 4-3 this year. The last time they took the field, the Bulldogs defeated the Nevada Wolf Pack 24-21 in the final. Fresno State allowed 39 rushing attempts for 84 yards (2.2 yards per carry). The Bulldogs' secondary earned a 64.0% completion rate and allowed 211 yards on 16 of 25 through the air. The Bulldogs finished the game with 316 total yards on 58 plays (5.4 yards per play). Fresno State ran for 3.3 yards per tote, for a total of 126 yards on 38 attempts.

The Bulldogs rank 72nd in the country in points scored, averaging 28.1 points per game. The Fresno State Bulldogs are averaging 375.3 yards per contest, ranking 80th nationally. Fresno State's offense has accumulated 398 yards in penalties on 44 infractions, ranking 57th in D-1 in offense it's about helping the other team. They threw 11 picks, gave up 1 fumble and had 144 first downs. Year to date, the Bulldogs have totaled 1,815 passing yards and averaged 259.3 passing yards per game, ranking 39th in college football. They average 116.0 rushing yards per game and have rushed for 812 yards this year.

The Bulldogs are giving up 26.6 points per contest, which ranks them 86th in Division 1. Fresno State has given up 943 total rushing yards (134.7 yards per contest) and 8 touchdowns on the ground this year. This season they have given up 186 points. They allowed 11 touchdowns through the air and 208.3 yards per outing, ranking 49th nationally. The Bulldogs' defense has taken the field for 468 games, good for 84th in the country. Their defense has recorded 4 fumbles and 8 interceptions this season.

Who will win the Spartans/Bulldogs college football game against the spread tonight?

Guy's Pick: Take the Spartans +5.0

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