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Troy Franklin will lead the Oregon Ducks (5-1) into their matchup versus the Washington State Cougars (4-2) at Autzen Stadium on Saturday at 3:30 PM ET.
The Cougars are expected to lose by at least two touchdowns (currently +20) versus the Ducks (with an over/under of 60.5 points).
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Game Info for Oregon vs. Washington State
- Game Day: Saturday, October 21, 2023
- Game Time: 3:30 PM ET
- TV Channel: ABC
- Location: Eugene, Oregon
- Stadium: Autzen Stadium
| Favorite | Spread | Favorite Spread Odds | Underdog Spread Odds | Total | Over Total Odds | Under Total Odds | Favorite Moneyline | Underdog Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oregon | -20 | -109 | -110 | 60.5 | -111 | -109 | -1366 | +786 |
Oregon Pick Insights
- So far this season, Oregon has put together a 4-0-1 record against the spread.
- In games this season as favorites of at least 20 points, Oregon has a 3-0 record against the spread.
- One of Oregon’s five games with a set total has hit the over (20%).
Oregon Stats & Insights
- Oregon has been shining on both sides of the ball, ranking best in total offense (555 yards per game) and 13th-best in total defense (282.2 yards allowed per game).
- Oregon has been clicking on all fronts this season, as they rank best in scoring offense (48.5 points per game) and 12th-best in scoring defense (15.8 points allowed per game).
- Oregon has been finding success on both sides of the ball in the passing game, ranking eighth-best in passing offense (334.5 passing yards per game) and 16th-best in passing defense (180.7 passing yards allowed per game).
- Oregon has been a tough matchup for opposing teams in the running game, ranking top-25 in both rushing offense (ninth-best with 220.5 rushing yards per game) and rushing defense (17th-best with 101.5 rushing yards allowed per game) this year.
- On the offensive side of the ball, Oregon has been a top-25 unit in terms of third-down efficiency, ranking sixth-best in the FBS by averaging a 53.5% third-down percentage. The defense ranks 46th on defense (35.3% third-down percentage allowed).
- Oregon has the 14th-best turnover margin in college football at +6, forcing seven turnovers (96th in the FBS) while turning it over one time (first in the FBS).
Oregon’s Best Players
- Bo Nix has 1,796 yards passing for Oregon, completing 79.2% of his passes and tossing 17 touchdowns and one interception this season. He’s also chipped in on the ground with 101 rushing yards (16.8 ypg) on 26 carries with one rushing touchdown.
- Mar’Keise Irving has racked up 520 yards on 72 carries while finding paydirt five times. He’s also caught 24 passes for 171 yards (28.5 per game).
- Jordan James has racked up 360 yards on 45 attempts, scoring eight times.
- Franklin’s team-high 689 yards as a receiver have come on 40 receptions (out of 53 targets) with eight touchdowns.
- Tez Johnson has hauled in 22 receptions totaling 274 yards, finding the end zone three times as a receiver so far this campaign.
- Gary Bryant Jr. has a total of 244 receiving yards so far this year, grabbing 19 throws and scoring two touchdowns.
- Brandon Dorlus has three sacks to lead the team, and also has two TFL and 14 tackles.
- Oregon’s tackle leader, Tysheem Johnson, has 29 tackles, two TFL, and one sack this year.
- Khyree Jackson has a team-leading two interceptions to go along with 14 tackles, two TFL, one sack, and two passes defended.
Washington State Betting Insights
- Washington State has gone 3-2-0 ATS this season.
- Washington State hase hit the over in two of five games with a set total (40%).
Washington State Pick Insights
- Washington State ranks 42nd in total yards per game (430.7), but it has been less effective on the defensive side of the ball, ranking 23rd-worst in the FBS with 419.5 total yards allowed per contest.
- In terms of points scored Washington State ranks 31st in the FBS (34.3 points per game), and it is 92nd defensively (28.5 points allowed per contest).
- On defense, Washington State is a bottom-25 pass unit, allowing 272.7 passing yards per game (15th-worst). Fortunately, it is excelling on the offensive side of the ball, accumulating 336.8 passing yards per contest (sixth-best).
- Washington State’s running game has not been getting things done, ranking ninth-worst in the FBS with 93.8 rushing yards per game. It has been more effective on defense, surrendering 146.8 rushing yards per contest (74th-ranked).
- Washington State’s third-down offense has been dominant, posting a 50% third-down conversion rate (13th-best) this season. On defense, it ranks 91st by allowing a 41.2% third-down rate.
- Washington State has not done well in terms of turnovers, as its turnover margin of -4 is 22nd-worst in the FBS.
Washington State’s Best Players
- Cameron Ward has thrown for 1,783 yards (297.2 yards per game) while completing 69.5% of his passes and collecting 14 touchdown passes with three interceptions this season. He’s also rushed for 101 yards with three touchdowns.
- Nakia Watson has run the ball 51 times for 153 yards, with three touchdowns. He’s also tacked on 12 catches for 151 yards and two touchdowns.
- Dylan Paine has been given 17 carries and totaled 124 yards with one touchdown.
- Kyle Willams has racked up 448 receiving yards on 33 catches to pace his team so far this season while scoring four touchdowns as a receiver.
- Josh Kelly has 27 receptions (on 43 targets) for a total of 385 yards (64.2 yards per game) and five touchdowns this year.
- Lincoln Victor’s 28 receptions (on 37 targets) have netted him 361 yards (60.2 ypg) and three touchdowns.
- Brennan Jackson has 3.5 sacks to pace the team, and also has three TFL and 16 tackles.
- Sam Lockett III has been all over the field, leading the team in both tackles and interceptions. He has 22 tackles, 0.5 sacks, and two interceptions so far.
