NCAAF · October 24, 2026 · 5:00 PM ET
SAN JOSE STATE SPARTANS @ NEVADA WOLF PACK
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Matchup Analysis
Quarterback availability is unsettled
Nevada’s Week 8 quarterback situation is unclear: AJ Bianco played through an ankle injury against North Dakota State, with Luke Duncan also an option. San José State’s Luke Weaver missed UTEP, where Daniel Rolovich made his first start and completed 12 of 23 passes for 193 yards and a touchdown.
SourceSpartans’ pass rush arrives on a tear
San José State recorded 11 sacks against UTEP on Oct. 17 and had 27 through seven 2026 games, second nationally; Jayland McGlothen led with 3.5.
SourceNevada’s ground game is its clearest strength
Nevada averaged 192.8 rushing yards and 5.3 yards per attempt through six 2026 games; Dominic Kelley had 500 net rushing yards and Herschel Turner 436.
SourceCooper Hoch’s status bears watching
Cooper Hoch missed the Oct. 17 game at UTEP with a leg injury and was listed as questionable for Oct. 24, which could affect San José State’s receiving options.
SourceNevada must turn promising starts into four-quarter execution
Nevada led North Dakota State 11-0 on Oct. 17 but lost 31-17.
SourcePick Ideas
Shop for San José State +5.5
Consider San José State only at +5.5, as market snapshots range from +4.5 to +5.5 and the extra point matters around a key margin.
Under 46.5, but avoid chasing a lower number
San José State averages 21.4 points per game and allows 21.7 over its last seven; Nevada averages 26.0 and allows 23.5 over its last six, supporting an under lean at 46.5 but not 45.5.
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