Penn St. Nittany Lions vs Washington Huskies Betting Picks & Predictions
Penn State will beat Washington, with a projected score of Penn State 23, Washington 20. The Nittany Lions’ balanced rushing production and control of possession against Purdue give them the stronger recent foundation, although Washington’s passing threats make this a low-confidence forecast. Neither Penn State -1.5 (-105) nor the 44.5 total offers a convincing betting edge; the official recommendation is Pass.
Penn St. Nittany Lions vs Washington Huskies prediction and best bet
Penn State gets the pick because its latest victory offered more than a decisive finish. Against Purdue on Oct. 31, the Nittany Lions built a 457-175 advantage in total yards and controlled possession for 43:27. That combination supplies a plausible route to winning at Washington: sustain drives and make the Huskies maximize fewer opportunities.
Washington supplies the strongest objection. Chris Lawson caught 12 passes for 155 yards at Nebraska, and Demond Williams Jr. returned to deliver a late touchdown. Penn State must handle that receiving threat while repeating its own offensive execution against a different opponent. The forecast is Penn State 23, Washington 20, with low confidence. The best betting decision is Pass.
Odds, game time and how to watch
Game: Penn St. Nittany Lions at Washington Huskies, Nov. 7, 2026, in college football’s 2026 season.
Records entering the week: Penn State 3-4 overall, 1-4 Big Ten; Washington 4-3 overall, 2-3 Big Ten.
SportsJaw odds: Penn St. Nittany Lions +1.5 (-105); Washington Huskies -1.5 (-115). Moneyline: Penn St. Nittany Lions +105; Washington Huskies -125. Total: Over 44.5 (-109); Under 44.5 (-110).