NCAAF · October 24, 2026 · 6:00 PM ET
BOISE @ WASHINGTON STATE COUGARS
Free LineCrush game report for BOISE @ WASHINGTON STATE COUGARS on October 24, 2026, with matchup analysis and pick ideas generated for the daily slate. Reports can update as lineups, injuries, and odds develop, so confirm time-sensitive details before acting.
Matchup Analysis
Riley gives Boise a ground-game centerpiece
Through the 2026 season entering this game, Dylan Riley has 835 rushing yards on 127 carries, averaging 6.6 yards per attempt, while Washington State has allowed 158.3 rushing yards per game.
SourceEshelman’s dual-threat showing offers a possible spark
In Washington State’s 2026 loss to Oregon State, Owen Eshelman threw for 289 yards, ran for 136, and accounted for three touchdowns; available reporting does not confirm the starter against Boise.
SourceThird downs favor the Broncos
Boise State converted 50.6% of third downs, while Washington State’s defense allowed conversions on 37.0% of opponent attempts in 2026.
SourceCougars may be short-handed on offense
As of October 20, 2026, coach Kirby Moore described Ashton Tripp as day-to-day with an ankle injury, while Darrius Clemons was undergoing evaluation for his ankle injury.
SourcePick Ideas
Washington State plus the points
At about +13.5, the home underdog is worth considering after the spread moved from around 16.5; Washington State was 5-2 against the spread in 2026.
Consider the over, but shop the number
At around 51.5, Boise averaged 35.0 points in its six recent completed games and Washington State allowed 27.1 in its seven, supporting a modest over lean despite the total being above the 50.5 opener.
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