NCAAF · October 3, 2026 · 6:00 PM ET
OREGON STATE BEAVERS @ COLORADO STATE RAMS
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Matchup Analysis
Oregon State’s passing game is the matchup’s biggest weapon
Through four games, Oregon State averaged 364.5 passing yards per game, and Braden Atkinson threw for 301 yards and three touchdowns in the win at UTEP.
SourceFarrar is expected to steer the Rams’ offense
With Hauss Hejny out with a hamstring injury, K’saan Farrar is in line to start after throwing for 344 yards and two touchdowns with one interception against UTSA.
SourceThe Rams’ defensive response is the key question
Colorado State opened with a 14-0 lead before allowing 59 points to UTSA, highlighting the need to limit explosive plays and sustain stops.
SourceNewberry offers Oregon State a needed ground-game spark
AJ Newberry ran for a career-high 111 yards and a touchdown on 11 carries against UTEP, giving Oregon State a potential ground-game spark.
SourceCrandall has a return-game subplot
TJ Crandall returns to Fort Collins for his first game against Colorado State since playing for the Rams in 2023, adding a personal angle to Oregon State’s Pac-12 opener.
SourceOregon State brings recent momentum into conference play
Oregon State’s 33-7 win at UTEP snapped a 10-game road losing streak, and the Beavers enter Pac-12 play at 2-2 alongside Colorado State.
SourcePick Ideas
Oregon State -6.5
Consider Oregon State -6.5 if available; the matchup supports a touchdown-margin win, and the spread has been listed as high as -7.
Over 62.5 points
Consider Over 62.5: Colorado State scored 45 in its loss to UTSA, giving the total a path over even if Oregon State controls the game.
Oregon State team total over 34.5
Lean Oregon State over 34.5 team points; the Beavers’ passing production supports the number.
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