In this article we will formulate a San Jose State vs Fresno State prediction for this College Football game on Saturday, November 29th at CEFCU Stadium in San Jose, California. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this week 14 matchup.
San Jose State Spartans Betting Preview
The San Jose State Spartans are 3-8 (2-5) this season after they lost to San Diego State by a score of 25-3 in their last game. San Jose State trailed 11-3 at halftime and they were shutout in the second half, despite having more yards than their opponent. The Spartans out gained SDSU by a total of 268-248, went 6-15 on third downs, and lost the turnover battle by a total of 2-0 in the game. Tama Amisone went 15-27 for 104 yards and one interception, while also rushing 13 times for 75 yards. Danny Scudero led the receivers with 12 catches for 79 yards in the loss.
Prior to that game, San Jose State lost to Nevada by a score of 55-10 and Air Force by a score of 26-16. The Spartans have lost three games in a row and they are currently second to last in the Mountain West standings. San Jose State has scored 22.1 points per game with 297.5 passing yards and 120.6 rushing yards per game, while they have allowed 31.7 points against per game this season. Walker Eget went down with an injury in their last game and he is questionable for this one, while Danny Scudero has 84 receptions for 1,234 yards and 10 scores this season.
Fresno State Bulldogs Betting Preview
The Fresno State Bulldogs are 7-4 (4-3) this year after they lost to Utah State by a score of 28-17 in their last game. Fresno State led 17-7 at halftime, but they were shutout 21-0 in the second half for the rough loss. The Bulldogs were out gained by a total of 403-365, went 3-14 on third downs, and won the turnover battle 2-1 in the game. EJ Warner went 23-33 for 187 yards, one touchdown, and one interception, while Rayshon Luke rushed four times for 81 yards and one score. Jahlil McClain led the receivers with two catches for 45 yards and one touchdown in the loss.
Prior to that game, Fresno State defeated Wyoming by a score of 24-3 and Boise State by a score of 30-7. The Bulldogs have won two of their last three games and they are currently tied for fifth in the Mountain West standings. Fresno State has scored 25.1 points per game with 184.3 passing yards and 161.8 rushing yards per game, while they have allowed 20.6 points against per game this season. EJ Warner has thrown for 1,673 yards, 11 touchdowns, and 10 interceptions, while Rayshon Luke has rushed 100 times for 668 yards and six scores this year.
Why the Fresno State Bulldogs will win
- San Jose State has lost each of its last 11 games as an underdog in California.
- Fresno State has won 14 of its last 15 games as a favorite against teams from California.
- San Jose State has failed to cover the spread in six of its last seven games as an underdog in California.
- Fresno State has covered the spread in four of its last five games against San Jose State.
- San Jose State has lost the first half in four of its last five games against conference opponents.
Total Points Facts
- Seven of the last eight games between Fresno State and San Jose State have gone UNDER the total points line.
- Each of Fresno State’s last four games have gone UNDER the total points line.
Matchup/League Facts
- San Jose State ranks 133rd among FBS teams for 4th down conversion percentage this season (28.6).
- San Jose State ranks 133rd among FBS teams for 4th down conversion percentage against this season (76.9).
- Fresno State ranks 131st among FBS teams for 4th down conversion percentage this season (29.4).
- Fresno State ranks 9th among FBS teams for passing yards allowed per game this season (164.7).
San Jose State vs Fresno State Prediction
San Jose State comes into this matchup after a rough offensive showing against San Diego State, but they will be back at home here. The Spartans have lost three games in a row and they have scored a grand total of 19 points in those three games. Fresno State has won two of their last three games, but they have scored 21 points or fewer in three of their last five. I am curious to see if Eget is able to play for SJSU, which will dictate which direction I go for this game. If Eget is playing, I like the Spartans to win, but if he is out, I will take Fresno . I am going to assume he is out, based on what I have seen, so I will take Fresno State on the road.
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