- Matchup: Colorado State Rams vs Fresno State Bulldogs
- Game Date: Friday, October 10, 2025
- Venue: Canvas Stadium, Fort Collins, CO
- Broadcast: CBSSN
- Point Spread: Rams (+6.5)
- Combined Score Over/Under: 46.5
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On Friday, October 10, 2025, the Colorado State Rams (1-4) will host the Fresno State Bulldogs (4-1) at Canvas Stadium. The Bulldogs are currently favored by 6.5 points, with the total score set at 46.5.
Fresno State comes into this game with a solid 4-1 record. Their previous outing against the Nevada Wolf Pack resulted in a narrow victory, ending 20-17. In that game, the Bulldogs executed 36 running plays for a total of 152 yards, averaging 4.2 yards per carry. Overall, Fresno State produced 342 yards over 62 plays. The defense allowed 12 completions on 21 attempts, totaling 117 passing yards, a completion rate of 57.1%. On the ground, they conceded 129 yards on 34 carries, which is an average of 3.8 yards per attempt.
When it comes to scoring, the Bulldogs average 30.7 points per game. Their ground game averages 172.2 yards, placing them 56th in Division 1. Accumulating a total of 2,211 yards this season, Fresno State has scored 7 touchdowns through the air and 13 on the ground. They have achieved 120 first downs and faced 32 penalties for 322 yards while surrendering the ball 10 times.
On defense, the Bulldogs are ranked 36th nationally, allowing 19.5 points per game. Opponents are averaging 3.6 yards per carry and 110.0 rushing yards per game, with a total of 660 rushing yards conceded through six games. In the passing game, Fresno State has given up 1,189 yards, ranking 76th in the nation with an average of 198.2 yards per game and a completion percentage of 63.9%. Their overall yards allowed per game stand at 308.2, placing them 30th in Division 1, with 12 passing touchdowns and 2 rushing touchdowns allowed.
With a record of 1-4, the Rams face an uphill battle this season. Their last game saw them suffer a defeat against the San Diego State Aztecs, ending 45-24. Colorado State’s rushing attack averaged 4.3 yards per carry, resulting in 149 yards on 35 attempts. They ended the game with 355 total yards on 65 plays (5.5 yards per play). Defensively, they granted a high completion percentage of 77.8%, allowing 259 yards on 14 of 18 passing. The Rams also conceded 281 rushing yards on 48 carries, averaging 5.9 yards per carry.
In terms of scoring efficiency, the Rams rank 125th nationally, averaging just 17.0 points per game. Their offense stands at 346.4 yards per outing, placing them 103rd in Division 1. With 294 yards lost to penalties on 34 infractions, Colorado State ranks 62nd in the nation, further hindering their performance. They have thrown 2 interceptions and lost 5 fumbles while achieving 106 first downs. Throughout this season, the Rams have amassed 969 passing yards, averaging 193.8 yards per game, which ranks them 100th overall. They rush for an average of 152.6 yards per game, totaling 763 rushing yards thus far.
Defensively, Colorado State has allowed 957 rushing yards (an average of 191.4 yards per game) and 11 rushing touchdowns this season. In the air, they have given up 6 passing touchdowns and average 201.4 yards allowed per game, placing them 54th nationally. Overall, the Rams have conceded 137 points and recorded 2 fumble recoveries and 3 interceptions this year. Having participated in 324 total plays, they rank 46th in the nation, while allowing an average of 27.4 points per game (ranked 95th in college football).
What are your predictions for the Bulldogs vs. Rams matchup this evening?
Expert Prediction: Take the Bulldogs -6.5
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