Colorado State Rams vs Washington State Cougars Prediction & Odds – November 14, 2026

Colorado State brings a more productive offense to Martin Stadium, but Washington State has a chance to test a Rams defense that has struggled badly. Both teams enter this meeting looking for traction.

Game details and odds

Saturday, November 14, 2026 at 10:30 pm EST · Martin Stadium

Total: 65.5 — over -115, under -105.

Draft Kings odds checked November 14, 2026 05:02 UTC. Odds subject to change.

Colorado State’s offense faces a road test

The Rams average 35.8 points and 444.1 yards per game, giving them the stronger offensive profile in this matchup. Hauss Hejny leads Colorado State in passing with 1,391 yards and 16 touchdowns, while Mel Brown leads its rushing attack with 456 yards. The concern is a defense allowing 44.8 points per game.

Colorado State’s recent results show why offensive production alone has not been enough. The Rams scored 56 against San Diego State and won, but they also put up 38 in a loss to Boise State. Their defense surrendered 64 to Boise State, 66 to Texas State and 56 to Oregon State. The two most recent road games ended in defeats to Utah State and Texas State, with Colorado State scoring 14 and 27, respectively. That combination makes its scoring potential real but leaves little margin when the offense cools.

Washington State needs its offense to respond

Washington State averages 19.0 points and 307.1 yards per game, making sustained scoring its clearest challenge. Its defense has been less permissive than Colorado State’s, allowing 27.4 points and 377.8 yards per game. Caden Pinnick leads the Cougars in passing yards, while Branden Ganashamoorthy leads them in receiving yards.

The Cougars have had chances to stay close, losing 17-16 to Utah State and 26-20 to San Diego State in two of their recent road games. Their home results have been less encouraging: Boise State held them to 10 points, and Fresno State held them to six. Washington State did score 30 at Oregon State, but conceded 48 in that defeat. Those results suggest the Cougars can make this competitive if they finish drives, yet their recent home scoring leaves considerable doubt about their ability to capitalize on a vulnerable opponent.

Injury news

Colorado State Rams: No player statuses returned in the latest check..

Washington State Cougars: No player statuses returned in the latest check..

Availability checked November 14, 2026 05:02 UTC. Reported statuses may change; final lineups are not confirmed here.

BTB Betting Pick

Winner pick: Colorado State Rams.

Colorado State’s scoring ceiling gives it the edge against a Washington State offense that has struggled in recent home games. The Rams’ defensive lapses and road defeats make this a cautious pick.

Original winner pick recorded November 14, 2026 05:02 UTC. Subsequent updates retain that selection.