Undefeated Washington Huskies Set to Face Washington State in Battle for CFP Spot Saturday Night

Game outlook

5 this Saturday night at Husky Stadium in Seattle the undefeated Washington Huskies (11-0, 5-5-1 ATS, 8-0 Pac-12) welcome in-state rival Washington State Cougars (5-6, 5-6 ATS, 2-6 Pac-12). The Cougars are playing for their second bowl eligibility in the past three years, while the Huskies are vying to remain perfect and reach the college football playoffs. The game will be broadcasted on FOX starting at 4:00PM EST.

Game Info

When: Saturday, 11/25/2023 @ 4:00pm EST

Where: Alaska Airlines Field at Husky Stadium Stadium Betting Odds Moneyline: Cougars +554 | Huskies -800

Spread: Cougars +16 (-110) | Huskies -16 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 68 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Washington will win straight-up is 89%.

Washington St. Cougars

Cameron Ward, a 6'2 junior quarterback, is averaging 310.5 passing yards per game with a strong 22-5 TD-INT ratio. His top receivers are Josh Kelly (6'1 wideout, 72.3 YPG, 7 TDs), Lincoln Victor (5'9 receiver, 70.2 YPG, 4 TDs) and Kyle Williams (6'0 wideout, 68.8 YPG, 5 TDs). Washington St. is most successful with their passing game, their top back, Nakia Watson, averaging only 23.4 yards per game. Linebacker Kyle Thornton leads the team in tackles with 80, while defensive end Brennen Jackson has recorded seven sacks. The Cougars have generated 14 takeaways in 11 games, defensive back Sam Lockett III with two interceptions. Injury report includes DB Chau Smith-Wade (36 tackles), RB Leo Pulalasi (105 yards) and OL Esa Pole. Washington State had a strong outing against Colorado last week, winning by 42 points, despite being favored by 4.5. Quarterback Cameron Ward threw for 288 yards and two touchdowns, leading the team to a big victory.