Nevada vs San Jose St Prediction, Odds & Best Prop Bets โ€“ NCAAF, Week 6

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San Jose State wide receiver Nick Nash (3) runs during an NCAA football game against Southern California on Saturday, Aug. 26, 2023, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Kyusung Gong)
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BetMGM Betting @BETMGM Oct 04, 2024, 11:49 AM
  • The San Jose St is a -6.5 point favorite vs. Nevada
  • The Nevada vs. San Jose State Total (Over/Under): 51.5 points
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The Nevada Wolf Pack (2-3) visit CEFCU Stadium to take on the San Jose State Spartans (3-1) on Oct. 5 in San Jose, CA. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30pm EDT.

San Jose St is a betting favorite in Week 6, with the spread sitting at -6.5 (-110).

The Nevada vs. San Jose State Over/Under is 51.5 total points.

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Nevada vs. San Jose State Odds, Spread, Over/Under:

SpreadTotal (O/U)Moneyline
Nevada+6.5 -11051.5 -115+200
San Jose State -6.5 -11051.5 -105-250

Nevada vs San Jose State Prediction:

The winning team model predicts San Jose State will win this game with 69.2% confidence, based on game simulations, offensive & defensive matchups and recent game results.

This winning team prediction factors in up-to-date player injuries for both Nevada and San Jose St, key player performances this season and recent team trends.

Nevada vs San Jose State Spread Prediction:

Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the model predicts San Jose State will cover the spread with 60.7% confidence.

This prediction against the spread factors in ATS performances for both teams, opening and current betting lines plus public and sharp money already wagered on this matchup.


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  • Nevada has hit the 1H Moneyline in 3 of their last 11 games (+3.75 Units / 32% ROI)
  • Nevada has hit the Moneyline in 2 of their last 5 away games (+3.00 Units / 60% ROI)
  • Nevada has hit the 1Q Moneyline in 4 of their last 11 games (+2.50 Units / 21% ROI)
  • Nevada has hit the Game Total Over in 3 of their last 5 away games (+0.80 Units / 15% ROI)
  • Nevada have covered the Spread in 3 of their last 5 away games (+0.80 Units / 15% ROI)
  • San Jose State have covered the Spread in 9 of their last 11 games (+6.80 Units / 56% ROI)
  • San Jose State has hit the Moneyline in 8 of their last 11 games (+3.20 Units / 10% ROI)
  • San Jose State has hit the 1H Game Total Under in 4 of their last 5 games at home (+2.95 Units / 52% ROI)
  • San Jose State has hit the Game Total Under in 4 of their last 5 games at home (+2.90 Units / 53% ROI)
  • San Jose State have covered the 1Q Spread in 7 of their last 11 games (+2.55 Units / 19% ROI)

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

Best Nevada Player Prop Bets Today

  • Brendon Lewis has hit the TD Passes Over in his last game (+1.00 Units / 61% ROI)

Top NCAAF player prop bets for San Jose State players, looking at profitable historical betting trends:

Best San Jose State Player Prop Best Bets Today

  • Nick Nash has hit the Receiving Yards Under in his last game (+1.00 Units / 74% ROI)

Nevada Against the Spread (ATS) Record

Nevada is 2-2 against the spread this college football season (-0.2 Units / -3.67% ROI).

  • Nevada is 1-3 when betting on the Moneyline for -0.5 Units / -12.35% ROI
  • Nevada is 1-3 when betting the Over for -2.25 Units / -41.28% ROI
  • Nevada is 3-1 when betting the Under for +1.9 Units / 34.23% ROI

San Jose State Against the Spread (ATS) Record

San Jose St is 3-0 against the spread this college football season (+3 Units / 89.55% ROI).

  • San Jose State is 2-1 when betting on the Moneyline for +1.2 Units / 10.67% ROI
  • San Jose State is 1-2 when betting the Over for -1.2 Units / -36.36% ROI
  • San Jose State is 2-1 when betting the Under for +0.9 Units / 27.27% ROI

Nevada: Keys to the Game vs. San Jose State

Nevada was winless (0-5) when their opponent committed less than 60 yards in penalties in the 2023 season– T-worst among Non-Power Conference Teams; Average: .479

Nevada was winless (0-5) when their opponent committed less than 60 yards in penalties in the 2023 season– T-worst in FBS; Average: .533

Nevada is 2-7 (.222) when intercepting no passes since the 2023 season– T-38th-worst in FBS; Average: .362

Nevada is 3-12 (.200) when the opposing team converts 55% or more of its red zone chances into touchdowns since the 2023 season– 11th-worst among Non-Power Conference Teams; Average: .373

San Jose State: Keys to the Game vs. Nevada

San Jose State is 1-4 (.200) when intercepting no passes since the 2023 season– T-32nd-worst in FBS; Average: .362

San Jose State is 8-6 (.571) when sacking the QB less than 3 times since the 2023 season– T-33rd-best in FBS; Average: .441

San Jose State is undefeated (8-0) when rushing more than 30 times since the 2023 season– best among Non-Power Conference Teams; Average: .564

San Jose State is 9-7 (.562) when the opposing team rushes more than 30 times since the 2023 season– 40th-best in FBS; Average: .455

Matchup Notes for Nevada vs. San Jose State

San Jose State’s RBs has rushed for 2,435 yards on 394 carries (6.2 YPC) since the 2023 season — 5th-best among FBS RBs. Nevada’s defense have allowed 5.7 YPC to RBs since the 2023 season — T-10th-worst among FBS defenses.

San Jose State’s RBs has rushed for 2,435 yards on 394 carries (6.2 YPC) since the 2023 season — 5th-best among FBS RBs. Nevada’s defense have allowed 5.1 YPC since the 2023 season — T-8th-worst among FBS defenses.

San Jose State’s RBs have 30.9 receiving yards per game since the 2023 season — T-28th-best among FBS RBs. Nevada’s defense has allowed 245.1 receiving yards per game since the 2023 season — 26th-worst among FBS defenses.

Nevada’s QBs has thrown for 3,012 passing yards in 17 games (just 177.2 YPG) since the 2023 season — 16th-worst among FBS teams. San Jose State’s defense has allowed just 184.1 passing yards per game since the 2023 season — 11th-best among FBS defenses.

Nevada has 276 receptions in 17 games (just 16.2 per game) since the 2023 season — 31st-worst among FBS skill players. San Jose State’s defense has allowed just 16.9 receptions per game since the 2023 season — 28th-best among FBS defenses.

Nevada’s offense has thrown for 3,030 passing yards in 17 games (just 178.2 YPG) since the 2023 season — 17th-worst among FBS offenses. San Jose State’s defense has allowed just 184.1 passing yards per game since the 2023 season — 3rd-best among NonP5 defenses.

Nevada Offensive Stats & Trends

Nevada’s QBs has thrown for 3,012 passing yards in 17 games (just 177.2 YPG) since the 2023 season — 16th-worst among FBS teams. San Jose State’s defense has allowed just 184.1 passing yards per game since the 2023 season — 11th-best among FBS defenses.

Nevada has 276 receptions in 17 games (just 16.2 per game) since the 2023 season — 31st-worst among FBS skill players. San Jose State’s defense has allowed just 16.9 receptions per game since the 2023 season — 28th-best among FBS defenses.

Nevada’s offense has thrown for 3,030 passing yards in 17 games (just 178.2 YPG) since the 2023 season — 17th-worst among FBS offenses. San Jose State’s defense has allowed just 184.1 passing yards per game since the 2023 season — 3rd-best among NonP5 defenses.

Nevada’s QBs has thrown for 3,012 passing yards in 17 games (just 177.2 YPG) since the 2023 season — 16th-worst among FBS teams. San Jose State’s defense has allowed just 184.1 passing yards per game since the 2023 season — 3rd-best among NonP5 defenses.

Nevada RBs averaged 3.3 yards from scrimmage per touch (859 yards / 259 touches) in the 2023 season– worst among FBS Teams; Average: 5.3

San Jose State Offensive Stats & Trends

San Jose State RBs have averaged 7.3 Yards per Carry (831 yards/114 carries) in the 4th quarter since the 2023 season– best among FBS Teams; Average: 5.1

San Jose State’s RBs has rushed for 2,435 yards on 394 carries (6.2 YPC) since the 2023 season — 5th-best among FBS RBs. Nevada’s defense have allowed 5.7 YPC to RBs since the 2023 season — T-10th-worst among FBS defenses.

San Jose State RBs averaged 8.6 Yards per Carry (715 yards/83 carries) in the 4th quarter in the 2023 season– best among FBS Teams; Average: 5.0

San Jose State RBs have averaged 7.8 yards from scrimmage per touch (993 yards / 127 touches) in the 4th quarter since the 2023 season– best among FBS Teams; Average: 5.4

San Jose State RBs have averaged 7.9 Yards per Carry (552 yards/70 carries) in close and late situations since the 2023 season– 2nd-best among FBS Teams; Average: 5.0

Nevada Wolf Pack Defensive Stats & Trends

Nevada’s opponents has attempted two-point conversions on 27% of PATs this season– 3rd-highest among Non-Power Conference Teams; Average: 7%

Nevada has not forced a fumble (154 carries) this season– T-worst in FBS; Average: 41.5

Nevada has allowed 8.6 yards from scrimmage per touch (466 yards / 54 touches) on 3rd and short since the 2023 season– 2nd-worst among Non-Power Conference Teams; Average: 5.3

Nevada has not forced a fumble (154 carries) this season– T-worst among Non-Power Conference Teams; Average: 41.6

Nevada has tackled opponents for a loss on just 73 of 577 rushing attempts (13% TFL%) since the 2023 season– 19th-worst in FBS; Average: 16%.

San Jose State Spartans Defensive Stats & Trends

San Jose State has averaged 2.00 interceptions per game (8/4) this season– 3rd-best among Non-Power Conference Teams; Average: 0.74

San Jose State has not allowed a pass completion for 40+ yards (132 attempts) this season– T-best among Non-Power Conference Teams; Average: 2%

San Jose State has not tackled opponents for a loss on any of 16 rushing attempts on 3rd and short this season– T-worst among Non-Power Conference Teams; Average: 10%.

San Jose State has tackled opponents for a loss on just 7 of 107 rushing attempts (7% TFL%) in the Red Zone since the 2023 season– 3rd-worst in FBS; Average: 15%.

San Jose State has not tackled opponents for a loss on any of 16 rushing attempts on 3rd and short this season– T-worst in FBS; Average: 11%.


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