Washington State vs. Fresno State: Start time, live streaming, TV channel, how to watch

The Washington State Cougars (4-1) visit the Fresno State Bulldogs (3-2) on Saturday, October 12, 2024, at Valley Children’s Stadium.

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When is the Washington State vs. Fresno State game and what time does it begin?

This contest between the Cougars and Bulldogs is scheduled for Saturday, October 12, 2024. You can expect kickoff at 7:00 p.m. ET.

Where to watch Washington State vs. Fresno State?

The Cougars and Bulldogs will be on the gridiron for this matchup on October 12th at Valley Children’s Stadium, and if you want to see the event live, get your tickets now at Vivid Seats!

What channel is the game on?

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Washington State vs. Fresno State match preview

Washington State Statistics and Insights

The Cougars enter the match after losing 45-24 to the Boise State Broncos in their last game on September 28th.

Washington State has struggled defensively, finishing ninth-worst in the FBS this season (468.6 yards allowed per game). However, the defense ranks 10th best, averaging 495.4 yards per game.

While the Cougars rank seventh-worst in the FBS in pass defense with 292.4 pass yards allowed per game, things are different on offense as they rank 18th in the FBS (298.0 pass yards per game).

Washington State ranks 32nd in run offense this year (197.4 rushing yards per game) and 102nd in run defense (176.2 rushing yards allowed per game).

The Cougars have struggled defensively, ranking 19th in the FBS this season (32.4 points allowed per game). However, on the other side of the ball, they rank 13th, averaging 41.8 points per game.

Fresno State stats and insights

The Bulldogs are coming off a loss to the UNLV Rebels by a score of 59-14.

Fresno State is averaging 394.6 total yards per game on offense this season (69th). There are now a total of 362.2 yards per game (74th place).

The Bulldogs rank 26th in the FBS with 281.0 passing yards per game on offense. They rank 70th in defense, allowing 214.4 passing yards per game.

Fresno State’s running game hasn’t gotten things done, ranking 23rd worst in the FBS with 113.6 rushing yards per game. Defensively, it was better, giving up 147.8 rushing yards per contest (73rd).

The Bulldogs are averaging 31.2 points per game on offense this season (53rd). They are now giving up 28.0 points per contest (93rd) on defense.

Key Washington State Players to Watch

John Mateer threw for 1,429 yards (285.8 ypg) to lead Washington State. He completed 58.2% of his passes and collected 13 touchdown passes and five interceptions this season. He also ran for 453 yards (90.6 ypg) on 77 carries and five rushing touchdowns.

This season, Wayshawn Parker caught 62 carries for 325 yards (65.0 per game) and two touchdowns.

Kyle Willams’ 464 receiving yards (92.8 yards per game) lead the team. He has 25 receptions with five touchdowns.

Kris Hutson has a season so far with 379 yards (75.8 receiving yards per game) with one touchdown and 25 passes.

Josh Meredith has 19 receptions for 286 yards (57.2 ypg) and two touchdowns this season.

Key Fresno State players to watch

Mikey Keene has 1,356 passing yards (271.2 ypg) to lead Fresno State by completing 66.5% of his passes and collecting seven touchdown passes and six interceptions this season.

The team’s top rusher, Malik Sherrod, carried the ball 60 times for 196 yards (39.2 per game) and scored four touchdowns on the year.

This season, Elijah Gilliam has 48 carries for 175 yards (35.0 per game) and two touchdowns.

Mac Dalena’s 501 receiving yards (100.2 yards per game) surpass all receivers on the team. He has collected 22 receptions and four touchdowns.

Jalen Moss has caught 22 passes for 338 yards (67.6 yards per game) this year.

Raylen Sharpe’s 25 grabs this season resulted in 249 yards (49.8 ypg) and a touchdown.

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