Fresno State vs Washington State Prediction, Odds, Prop Bets: Jimmy Kimmel LA Bowl 

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  • Fresno State (9-4) are -1 point favorites vs Washington State (7-5)
  • Total (Over/Under): 54.5 points
  • Watch the Jimmy Kimmel LA Bowl game on ABC

The Washington State Cougars (10-4) visit SoFi Stadium to take on the Fresno State Bulldogs (7-6) on Dec. 17. Kickoff is scheduled for 3:30pm EST in Inglewood for the Jimmy Kimmel LA Bowl. 

are betting favorites in Week 16, with the spread sitting at ().

The Fresno State vs. Washington State Over/Under is total points.

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Fresno State vs. Washington State Odds, Spread, Over/Under, Bowl Game:

SpreadTotal (O/U)Moneyline
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Fresno State vs Washington State Prediction:

Based on recent trends, the winning team model predicts Fresno State will win this game with 52.7% confidence.

Fresno State vs Washington State Spread Prediction:

Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the model predicts Fresno State will cover the spread with 51.0% confidence.

Both predictions factor in up-to-date player injuries for both Fresno State and Washington State, plus offensive & defensive matchups, recent games and key player performances this season.


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Best Fresno State Player Prop Bets Today

We’ve highlighted some favorite college football player prop bets for Fresno State players for Week 16, looking at profitable historical betting trends:

  • Nakia Watson has hit the Rushing Yards Under in his last 8 games (+8.00 Units / 81% ROI)
  • Cameron Ward has hit the TD Passes Under in 5 of his last 7 games (+3.65 Units / 35% ROI)
  • Cameron Ward has hit the Passing Yards Under in 4 of his last 5 games (+2.80 Units / 47% ROI)

Best Washington State Player Prop Best Bets Today

Top NCAAF player prop bets for Washington State players for Week 16, looking at profitable historical betting trends:

  • Jake Haener has hit the Passing Yards Over in 3 of his last 4 games (+1.80 Units / 38% ROI)
  • Washington State has hit the Moneyline in 12 of their last 20 games (+14.60 Units / 39% ROI)
  • Washington State have covered the 1H Spread in 17 of their last 22 games (+11.80 Units / 49% ROI)
  • Washington State have covered the Spread in 16 of their last 22 games (+9.40 Units / 39% ROI)
  • Washington State has hit the 1H Game Total Under in 16 of their last 22 games (+9.35 Units / 38% ROI)
  • Washington State have covered the 1Q Spread in 16 of their last 22 games (+9.35 Units / 35% ROI)
  • Fresno State has hit the 1H Game Total Under in 16 of their last 21 games (+10.70 Units / 47% ROI)
  • Fresno State has hit the Moneyline in their last 8 games (+9.65 Units / 16% ROI)
  • Fresno State has hit the 1H Moneyline in 14 of their last 20 games (+4.95 Units / 6% ROI)
  • Fresno State has hit the 1Q Game Total Over in 7 of their last 9 games (+4.85 Units / 49% ROI)
  • Fresno State have covered the 1H Spread in 7 of their last 9 games (+4.70 Units / 47% ROI)

Fresno State Against the Spread (ATS) Record

Fresno State has gone against the spread this college football season ( Units / ROI).

  • Fresno State is 6-5 when betting on the Moneyline for +6.3 Units / 28.7% ROI
  • Fresno State is 3-9 when betting the Over for -6.9 Units / -52.27% ROI
  • Fresno State is 9-3 when betting the Under for +5.7 Units / 43.18% ROI

Washington State Against the Spread (ATS) Record

Washington State has gone against the spread this college football season ( Units / ROI).

  • Washington State is 8-3 when betting on the Moneyline for -11.2 Units / -14.02% ROI
  • Washington State is 7-5 when betting the Over for +1.45 Units / 10.94% ROI
  • Washington State is 5-7 when betting the Under for -2.7 Units / -20.53% ROI

Fresno State: Keys to the Game vs. Washington State

Washington State is 10-1 (.714) when allowing less than 3 sacks since the 2021 season– tied for 7th-best among Power 5 Teams; Average: .480

Washington State is undefeated (4-0) when allowing less than 3 sacks — 4th-best among Power 5 Teams; Average: .480

Washington State is 3-1 (.750) when rushing more than 30 times — tied for 7th-best among Power 5 Teams; Average: .466

Washington State is 11-2 (.786) when allowing less than 3 sacks since the 2021 season– tied for 11th-best in FBS; Average: .555

Washington State: Keys to the Game vs. Fresno State

Fresno State is 11-2 (.846) when committing less than 60 yards in penalties since the 2021 season– 4th-best in FBS; Average: .446

Fresno State is 16-2 (.800) when converting 55% or more of its red zone chances into touchdowns since the 2021 season– 4th-best in FBS; Average: .517

Fresno State is 7-1 (.778) when converting 55% or more of its red zone chances into touchdowns — tied for 13th-best in FBS; Average: .509

Fresno State is 7-2 (.778) when in a one score game since the 2021 season– tied for 8th-best in FBS; Average: .494

Fresno State Offensive Stats & Trends

Washington State WRs have 67 receptions in the Red Zone since last season– 3rd most among FBS Teams

Washington State WRs have 67 receptions in the Red Zone since last season– 2nd most among Power 5 Teams

Washington State WRs have been targeted 119 times in the Red Zone since last season– 2nd most among Power 5 Teams

Washington State WRs have been targeted 119 times in the Red Zone since last season– 3rd most among FBS Teams

Washington State RBs have not rushed for a 0 TD on 70 carries (inf Carries Per TD) in close and late situations since last season– tied for worst Carries Per TD among FBS Teams; Average: 24.2

Washington State Offensive Stats & Trends

Fresno State WRs have averaged 20.0 receptions per game (240/12) this season– 5th best among FBS Teams; Average: 13.0

Fresno State Skill Players have caught 56 of 73 passes (77% Reception Pct) in the 4th quarter this season– best among FBS Teams; Average: 61%

Fresno State WRs have been targeted 67 times with 4-6 yards to go this season– most among FBS Teams

Fresno State QBs have 63 completions for 20 or more yards on 1st down since last season– 2nd most among FBS Teams

Fresno State Skill Players have 3,857 receiving yards on 1st down since last season– 2nd most among FBS Teams

Washington State Cougars Defensive Stats & Trends

Washington State has allowed a Completion Pct of just 37% (34 completions/92 attempts) in the Red Zone since last season– 3rd best in FBS; Average: 54%

Washington State has allowed a Completion Pct of just 37% (34 completions/92 attempts) in the Red Zone since last season– 2nd best among Power 5 Teams; Average: 53%

Washington State has allowed opponents to catch just 34 of 92 passes (37% Reception Pct) in the Red Zone since last season– 2nd best among Power 5 Teams; Average: 53%

Washington State has allowed opponents to catch just 34 of 92 passes (37% Reception Pct) in the Red Zone since last season– 3rd best in FBS; Average: 54%

Washington State’s opponents has attempted two-point conversions on 12% of PATs since last season– 2nd highest in FBS; Average: 5%

Fresno State Bulldogs Defensive Stats & Trends

Fresno State has allowed a Completion Pct of just 39% (12 completions/31 attempts) on 3rd and short since last season– best among Non-Power 5 Teams; Average: 63%

Fresno State has allowed a Completion Pct of just 41% (39 completions/94 attempts) in the Red Zone since last season– 3rd best among Non-Power 5 Teams; Average: 54%

Fresno State has allowed a passer rating of just 115.1 (361.0 Pass Attempts) this season– 5th best among Non-Power 5 Teams; Average: 133.8

Fresno State has allowed a Completion Pct of just 53% (199 completions/377 attempts) in the 1st half since last season– 2nd best in FBS; Average: 62%

Fresno State has allowed a Completion Pct of just 53% (405 completions/767 attempts) since last season– best among Non-Power 5 Teams; Average: 61%


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