NCAAF · October 3, 2026 · 6:00 PM ET

OREGON STATE BEAVERS @ COLORADO STATE RAMS

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Matchup Analysis

Oregon State’s air attack meets a vulnerable Rams run defense

Through four games in 2026, Oregon State averages 364.5 passing yards and 93.8 rushing yards per game, while Colorado State allows 230 rushing yards per game; AJ Newberry’s 111-yard performance against UTEP could help the Beavers’ ground game.

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Colorado State’s quarterback situation remains unsettled

Hauss Hejny was listed as questionable with a hamstring injury on Sept. 30, while K’saan Farrar threw for 344 yards and two touchdowns in the 2026 loss to UTSA; the quarterback choice could shape Oregon State’s defensive approach.

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Cornerback depth is a concern for the Beavers

Oregon State coach JaMarcus Shephard cited a cornerback concern after Noble Thomas Jr. was ruled out for the season, leaving a young, thin group to face Colorado State receivers RJ Vick and Terrence Smith Jr.

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Turnovers and penalties could swing the conference opener

Colorado State entered with a plus-seven turnover margin; Oregon State averaged 68.8 penalty yards per game versus the Rams’ 35.5, making turnovers and penalties key factors.

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Pick Ideas

Over 61.5, playable to 62

Consider the over at 61.5 or lower: all four Colorado State games in 2026 went over their closing totals and the line moved up from its opener; at 62.5, the value is thinner.

Oregon State -6.5

Consider Oregon State -6.5: the Beavers are 4-0 against the spread in 2026 versus Colorado State’s 3-1 mark, but avoid laying a substantially higher number.

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