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The Boise State Broncos (3-2) play on Saturday at 9:45 PM ET against the Fresno State Bulldogs (1-3) at Albertsons Stadium.
The Bulldogs are expected to lose by at least a touchdown (currently +7.5) against the Broncos (with an over/under of 45.5 points).
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Game Info and Betting Lines for Boise State vs. Fresno State
- Game Day: Saturday, October 8, 2022
- Game Time: 9:45 PM ET
- TV Channel: Fox Sports 1
- Location: Boise, Idaho
- Stadium: Albertsons Stadium
| Favorite | Spread | Favorite Spread Odds | Underdog Spread Odds | Total | Over Total Odds | Under Total Odds | Favorite Moneyline | Underdog Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broncos | -7.5 | -110 | -110 | 45.5 | -112 | -110 | -304 | +236 |
Boise State Betting Insights
- Fresno State is winless against the spread so far this season (0-4-0).
- Fresno State has not yet covered the spread as underdogs of 7.5 points or more this year (0-1).
- In Fresno State’s four games with a set total, one has hit the over (25%).
Boise State Stats & Insights
- While Boise State ranks 19th-worst in the FBS in total offense with 316.6 yards per game, it’s been a different situation on the other side of the ball, as the defense ranks fourth-best (236.2 yards per game allowed).
- Boise State is totaling 24.6 points per game on offense (99th in the FBS), and ranks 28th defensively with 19.0 points allowed per game.
- Boise State has struggled in the passing game, ranking 14th-worst in the FBS (157.2 passing yards per game) this season. However, the defense ranks second-best on the defensive side of the ball, allowing just 134.4 passing yards per game.
- On the defensive side of the ball, Boise State has been a top-25 unit in terms of rushing yards, ranking 25th-best by surrendering just 101.8 per game. The Broncos rank 66th on offense (159.4 rushing yards per game).
- On the defensive side of the ball, Boise State has been a top-25 unit in terms of third-down efficiency, ranking third-best by allowing a 22.4% third-down percentage. The team’s offense ranks 79th (37.1% third-down percentage).
- Boise State has forced five total turnovers (96th in the FBS) this season and have turned it over eight times (77th in the FBS) for -3a turnover margin of -3, 100th-ranked in college football.
Boise State’s Best Players
- Hank Bachmeier has recorded 497 yards (99.4 ypg) on 51-of-94 passing with six touchdowns compared to three interceptions this season.
- George Holani has racked up 392 yards on 90 carries while finding the end zone three times as a runner. He’s also caught 13 passes for 113 yards (22.6 per game) and two touchdowns through the air.
- This season, Taylen Green has carried the ball 19 times for 207 yards (41.4 per game) and four touchdowns.
- Billy Bowens’ team-high 147 yards as a receiver have come on 11 receptions (out of 26 targets).
- LaTrell Caples has reeled in 15 passes while averaging 26.4 yards per game and scoring two touchdowns.
- Stefan Cobbs has compiled 15 grabs for 114 yards, an average of 22.8 yards per game. He’s scored two times as a receiver this season.
- George Tarlas has racked up 3.0 sacks to pace the team, while also recording 5.0 TFL and 21 tackles.
- Boise State’s tackle leader, DJ Schramm, has 44 tackles and 3.0 TFL this year.
- Caleb Biggers leads the team with one interception, while also collecting 14 tackles, 2.0 TFL, and two passes defended.
Fresno State Betting Insights
- Fresno State has not covered the spread in a game yet this season in four games with a set total.
- Fresno State has not yet covered the spread as underdogs of 7.5 points or more this season (0-1).
- Out of Fresno State’s four games with a set total, one has hit the over (25%).
Fresno State Stats & Insights
- In terms of total yards, Fresno State ranks 65th in the FBS (412.3 total yards per game) and 80th on the other side of the ball (386.0 total yards allowed per contest).
- Fresno State is generating 24.5 points per contest on offense this season (100th-ranked). Meanwhile, it is allowing 26.5 points per contest (75th-ranked) on defense.
- Fresno State is generating 287.8 passing yards per contest on offense this season (27th-ranked). Meanwhile, it is allowing 211.0 passing yards per game (50th-ranked) on defense.
- In terms of rushing, Fresno State ranks 103rd in the FBS on offense (124.5 rushing yards per game) and 101st defensively (175.0 rushing yards allowed per contest).
- From an offensive angle, Fresno State is putting up a 34.1% third-down conversion percentage (103rd-ranked). It ranks 69th in the FBS on defense (37.7% third-down rate allowed).
- After forcing two turnovers (127th in the FBS) and turning the ball over five times (29th in the FBS) this season, Fresno State owns the 100th-ranked turnover margin of -3.
Fresno State’s Best Players
- Jake Haener has racked up 854 yards (213.5 ypg) while completing 71.4% of his passes and recording four touchdown passes with one interception this season.
- The team’s top rusher, Jordan Mims, has carried the ball 66 times for 348 yards (87.0 per game) with five touchdowns.
- Malik Sherrod has run for 134 yards across 20 attempts, scoring one touchdown.
- Jalen Cropper paces his team with 284 receiving yards on 28 receptions.
- Nikko Remigio has 20 receptions (on 24 targets) for a total of 242 yards (60.5 yards per game) this year.
- Erik Brooks’ 14 catches (on 20 targets) have netted him 158 yards (39.5 ypg) and two touchdowns.
- David Perales paces the team with 2.0 sacks, and also has 2.0 TFL and 11 tackles.
- Fresno State’s leading tackler, Levelle Bailey, has 21 tackles and 1.0 TFL this year.
- Raymond Pauwels Jr. has picked off a team-high zero passes. He also has 21 tackles and 1.0 TFL to his name.
