Washington State vs Utah State Prediction 10/9/2026 Today’s College Football Picks
Chris Ruffolo
Sep 26, 2026; Pullman, Washington, USA; Washington State Cougars quarterback Caden Pinnick (12) is hot as he throws by Arizona Wildcats defensive lineman Prince Williams (44) during the second half at Gesa Field at Martin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-Imagn Images
MATCHUP
Washington State Cougars
Utah State Aggies
Team Records
1-4
1-4
Spread
+5.5 -112
-5.5 -108
Moneyline
+170
-205
Total
Over 43.5 (-115)
Under 43.5 (-105)
Where
Maverik Stadium, Logan, UT
When
Friday, October 9, 2026
Time
09:00 PM EDT
TV
CW
The Washington State Cougars and the Utah State Aggies meet in week 6 college football action from Maverik Stadium on Friday. We will look at this from a betting perspective and determine the best bets for this game. Here’s a Washington State Cougars vs. Utah State Aggies Prediction.
Washington State Cougars Recap
The Washington State Cougars come into this game looking to rebound from their 26-6 loss at the hands of Fresno State last time out to sit at 1-4 this season. After this game, Washington State will head on the road for a game against Oregon State.
Cougars Drop Back-To-Back Games
Caden Pinnick has thrown for 796 yards, 3 touchdowns and 5 interceptions on 61.3% passing while Kirby Vorhees leads Washington State in rushing with 235 yards and 2 touchdowns through 5 games this season. Maxwell Woods sits behind Vorhees on the ground with 188 yards and 0 touchdowns. Daniel Blood leads the Cougars in receiving with 190 yards and 18 catches along with 0 touchdowns, while Darrius Clemons trails with 190 yards and 17 catches. On defense, Keith Brown has a team-high 30 tackles while Washington State’s defense as a whole has combined for 5 sacks and 3 interceptions through 5 games this season.
Utah State Aggies Recap
The Utah State Aggies come into this game looking to bounce back from a 37-18 loss at the hands of Boise State last time out to sit at 1-4 this season. After this game, Utah State will head on the road for a game against Texas State.
Aggies Looking To Rebound From Rough Start
Grady Brosterhous has thrown for 764 yards, 6 touchdowns and 6 interceptions on 57.8% passing while Javen Jacobs leads Utah State in rushing with 331 yards and a touchdown through 5 games this season. Brosterhous sits behind Jacobs on the ground with 232 yards and 0 touchdowns. Eli Wood leads the Aggies in receiving with 388 yards and 30 catches along with 4 touchdowns, while Javon Robinson trails with 198 yards and 10 catches. On defense, Brevin Hamblin has a team-high 43 tackles while Utah State’s defense as a whole has combined for 6 sacks and 3 interceptions through 5 games this season.
Washington State Cougars @ Utah State Aggies Betting Trends: Week 6
Why the Utah State Aggies will win
Utah State has won each of its last 10 October games as a home favorite.
Washington State has lost each of its last seven road games against conference opponents.
Utah State has covered the spread in each of its last six home games against conference opponents.
Washington State has failed to cover the spread in four of its last five road games against conference opponents.
Utah State has won the first quarter in seven of its last eight games at Merlin Olsen Field at Maverik Stadium.
Utah State has won the first half in each of its last 10 October games as a home favorite.
Why the Washington State Cougars will win
Utah State has lost six of its last seven games.
Washington State has won four of its last five October games against non-AP-ranked teams.
Washington State has covered the spread in eight of its last nine games as an underdog.
Utah State has failed to cover the spread in five of its last six games in October.
Washington State has won the first quarter in three of its last four October games as a road underdog against non-AP-ranked teams.
Utah State has lost the first half in each of its last six games.
Total Points Facts
Each of Washington State’s last seven games in October have gone UNDER the total points line.
Each of Utah State’s last four games in Utah have gone UNDER the total points line.
Utah State Aggies Player Prop Facts
Heading into Week 6, Eli Wood ranks 1st in the Pac-12 Conference for receptions (30) this season.
Washington State Cougars Player Prop Facts
Heading into Week 6, Jaylen Thomas ranks T14th amongst FBS players for interceptions (2) this season.
Matchup/League Facts
Utah State has lost the second quarter in each of its last six games – equal-longest active streak in the FBS.
Utah State ranks 136th among FBS teams for points per game this season (14.0).
Washington State ranks 133rd among FBS teams for yards per game this season (287.4).
Washington State ranks 132nd among FBS teams for 3rd down conversion percentage this season (27.1).
Washington State Cougars vs. Utah State Aggies Prediction
I’m on Utah State here. I haven’t been impressed with either team offensively this season and that could make it feel like asking Utah State to lay nearly a touchdown here as a hard proposition. However, Washington State’s been lifeless offensively against all of their FBS competition this season, and I think that continues here going on the road. I’ll back Utah State in this one.
