In this article we will formulate a Washington State vs Washington prediction for this College Football game on Saturday, September 20th at Martin Stadium in Pullman, Washington. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this week 4 matchup.
Washington State Cougars Betting Preview
The Washington State Cougars are 2-1 this year after they lost to North Texas by a score of 59-10 last week. Washington State trailed 14-3 after the first quarter and 42-3 at halftime, before being outscored 17-7 in the second half in the blowout loss. The Cougars were out gained by a total of 410-275, went 8-14 on third downs, and lost the turnover battle by a total of 5-0 in the game. Jaxon Potter went 16-23 for 139 yards and three interceptions, while Kirby Vorhees carried the ball six times for 33 yards. Carter Pabst led the receivers with three catches for 65 yards in the loss. The WSU defense recorded one sack and three tackles for loss in the game.
Washington State started the season with a 13-10 win over Idaho and a 36-13 win over San Diego State. The Cougars are averaging 19.7 points per game with 225.3 passing yards and 68.7 rushing yards per game, while they are allowing 27.3 points against per game this season. Jaxon Potter has completed 70.5% of his passes for 604 yards, four touchdowns, and three interceptions, while Tony Freeman has caught 16 passes for 154 yards. Kirby Vorhees has led the rushing attack with 119 yards on 25 carries this year.
Washington Huskies Betting Preview
The Washington Huskies are 2-0 this season after they defeated UC Davis by a score of 70-10 in their last game. Washington led 14-3 after the first quarter and 42-10 at halftime, before adding 28 more points in the second half for the blowout win. The Huskies out gained UC Davis by a total of 628-218, went 11-13 on third downs, and won the turnover battle by a margin of 1-0 in the game. Demond Williams Jr went 16-25 for 254 yards and one touchdown, while Jonah Coleman carried the ball 15 times for 111 yards and five scores. Dezmen Roebuck caught four passes for 77 yards and one touchdown in the win. The Washington defense recorded three sacks and four tackles for loss in the game.
Washington opened their season with a 38-21 win over Colorado State in their first game. The Huskies are averaging 54.0 points per game with 265.0 passing yards and 303.5 rushing yards per game, while they are allowing 15.5 points against per game this season. Demond Williams Jr has completed 69.4% of his passes for 480 yards and two touchdowns, while Denzel Boston has caught 10 passes for 142 yards and one score. Jonah Coleman has led the Washington ground game with 39 carries for 288 yards and seven touchdowns this season.
Why Washington will beat Washington State
- Washington has won 23 of its last 24 games in Washington.
- Washington State has lost five of its last six home games against teams from Washington.
- Washington has covered the spread in each of its last four road games against Washington State.
- Washington State has failed to cover the spread in five of its last six games against non-AP-ranked teams.
- Washington has won the first quarter in six of its last eight road games against opponents from the Pac-12 Conference.
- Washington has won the first half in each of its last seven road games against opponents from the Pac-12 Conference.
Total Points Facts
- Each of Washington’s last five games have gone OVER the total points line.
- Each of Washington State’s last four games in September have gone OVER the total points line.
Matchup/League Facts
- Washington State ranks T1st among FBS teams for red zone percentage this season (100.0).
- Washington State ranks 133rd among FBS teams for rushing yards per game this season (68.7).
- Washington ranks T1st among FBS teams for Q4 opponent points per game this season (0.0).
- Washington ranks T1st among FBS teams for 4th down conversion percentage this season (100.0).
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Washington State vs Washington Prediction
Washington comes into this matchup after putting up 70 points in their last game and they should find more success here. Washington State just allowed 59 points to North Texas last week, which is not a good sign against this Washington offense that can run and pass. This is a rivalry game and Washington is on the road, but they should have no issues in this one. I expect Washington to really pull away in the second half for the statement win. Take the Huskies to cover on the road here.