Washington St. Cougars vs Utah State Aggies Predictions October 9, 2026
Utah State will beat Washington State 20-17 in the Oct. 9 matchup, with Javen Jacobs and Eli Wood providing the strongest reason to favor the Aggies after their productive games at Boise State. Washington State’s six-point outing against Fresno State tips a close forecast toward Utah State, but neither the supplied spread nor total offers enough value for an actionable wager.
Washington St. Cougars vs Utah State Aggies prediction and best bet
The Aggies get a slight edge because their latest performance offered encouraging production both rushing and receiving. Washington State’s offense had a much quieter afternoon. That comparison favors Utah State in a close game, although performances against different opponents deserve cautious treatment.
The official betting recommendation is Pass. Picking Utah State to win does not automatically make Utah State -1.5 (-118) attractive, and Washington State’s latest scoring total alone is too thin a foundation for an Under wager. This is a low-confidence forecast with neither market offering a convincing edge.
Odds, game time and how to watch
Game: Washington St. Cougars at Utah State Aggies, Friday, Oct. 9, 2026, in the 2026 college football season.
Location: Logan, Utah. Washington State’s Oct. 3 recap identifies this road matchup as its next game.
SportsJaw spread: Washington State +1.5 (-104); Utah State -1.5 (-118).
SportsJaw total: Over 46.5 (-110); Under 46.5 (-110).
SportsJaw moneyline: Washington State +105; Utah State -126.