Montana State vs Nevada Prediction 9/12/2026 Today’s College Football Picks

The Montana State Bobcats and the Nevada Wolf Pack meet in week 2 college football action from Mackay Stadium on Saturday. We will look at this from a betting perspective and determine the best bets for this game. Here’s a Montana State Bobcats vs. Nevada Wolf Pack Prediction.

Montana State Bobcats Recap

The Montana State Bobcats come into this game looking to add on to their 51-24 win over Butler last time out to sit at 2-0 this season. 

Bobcats Looking To Stay Unbeaten

Justin Lamson threw for 239 yards and 2 touchdowns on 15 of 20 passing, while Patrick Duchien added 93 passing yards, a TD, and an interception on 5 of 7 passing. Adam Jones led the rushing attack with 77 yards and a touchdown on 13 carries, while Jared White and Justin Lamson each scored a rushing touchdown as well. Taco Dowler paced the receiving core with 97 yards and a TD on 5 catches, with Dane Steel and Jabez Woods also catching touchdown passes. On defense, Cole Taylor recorded a team-high 9 total tackles and a pass deflection. Logan Fredericksen and Jake Vigen combined for Montana State’s lone sack, and Jabez Woods scored a defensive touchdown.

Nevada Wolf Pack Recap

The Nevada Wolf Pack come into this game looking to add on to their 49-14 win over Western Kentucky last time out to sit at 1-0 this season. After this game, Nevada will head on the road for a game against Middle Tennessee.

Wolf Pack Looking To Build On Strong Showing

Carter Jones threw for 163 yards, 2 touchdowns, and 1 interception on 9 of 15 passing, while adding 50 rushing yards on 6 carries. Dominic Kelley spearheaded the ground game with 152 yards and 2 touchdowns on 11 carries. Herschel Turner added 52 rushing yards and a touchdown, while Donnie Cheers and Carter Jackson each chipped in a rushing touchdown. Gary Givens III paced the receiving unit with a team-high 83 yards on 2 catches, while Donnie Cheers (1 catch, 32 yards) and DJ Asiasi (1 catch, 14 yards) each caught a touchdown pass. On defense, EJ Smith racked up a game-high 14 total tackles and a tackle for loss. Jeremy Naborne-Owens, Dylan LaBarbera, and Tajean Stallworth each logged a sack.

Montana State Bobcats @ Nevada Wolf Pack Betting Trends: Week 2

Why the Nevada Wolf Pack will win

• Nevada has won four of its last five home games against non-conference opponents.
• Nevada has covered the spread in three of its last four games.
• Nevada has won the first quarter in three of its last four home games.
• Nevada has won the first half in four of its last five games in September.

Why the Montana State Bobcats will win

• Nevada has lost each of its last 10 September games as an underdog.
• Nevada has failed to cover the spread in five of its last six games as a home underdog.
• Nevada has lost the first half in four of its last five games as a home underdog.

Total Points Facts

• Each of Nevada’s last seven September games as an underdog have gone UNDER the total points line.

Nevada Wolf Pack Player Prop Facts

• Heading into Week 2, Dominic Kelley ranks 6th amongst qualified players for Yards Per Carry (13.8) this season.

Matchup/League Facts

• Nevada ranks T1st among FBS teams for Q1 opponent points per game this season (0.0).
• Nevada ranks T1st among FBS teams for Q3 opponent points per game this season (0.0).

Montana State Bobcats vs. Nevada Wolf Pack Prediction

I’m leaning towards Nevada and the points here. I think Montana State is a trendy FCS/FBS Upset, even though Montana State is favored in this spot. That being said, I think Nevada is going to be an improved team this season and I think they show up and potentially win this game. Give me Nevada.

Chris Ruffolo's Pick: Nevada +3.5