- Matchup: Texas State Bobcats vs. Boise State Broncos
- Date: Saturday, October 31, 2026
- Venue: Albertsons Stadium, Boise, ID
- Broadcast: ESPN+
- Point Spread: Broncos favored by 12.5 points
- Over/Under Total: 63 points
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The Texas State Bobcats (4-3) will face off against the Boise State Broncos (6-1) at Albertsons Stadium on Saturday, October 31, 2026. Currently, Texas State is listed as 12.5-point underdogs, with the total set at 63 points.
Texas State enters this matchup with a 4-3 record for the season. Their last outing resulted in a hard-fought victory against the Utah State Aggies, finishing 20-17. The Bobcats attempted 31 rushing plays, accumulating 83 yards, averaging 2.7 yards per carry. Overall, Texas State ran 68 plays for a total of 250 yards. Defensively, they allowed 22 completions on 37 attempts for 212 yards, giving up a completion percentage of 59.5%. On the ground, the Bobcats limited the Aggies to 73 yards on 32 carries, allowing just 2.3 yards per attempt.
In terms of offensive performance, the Texas State Bobcats are scoring an average of 37.1 points per game. They lead the nation in rushing, averaging 272.0 yards per game. Thus far, Texas State has accumulated a total of 3,624 offensive yards this season. They’ve managed 15 touchdown passes alongside 17 rushing touchdowns, with 185 first downs recorded. However, they have faced challenges due to 41 penalties resulting in 367 lost yards, and they have turned the ball over 10 times.
Defensively, the Bobcats rank 111th in Division 1, allowing 30.0 points per game. Opponents are running for an average of 3.7 yards per carry, totaling 119.3 rushing yards per game this season. Over the course of 7 games, Texas State has given up 835 rushing yards. In the passing game, they have allowed 1,996 yards, placing them 131st nationally, with an average of 285.1 yards surrendered through the air and a completion percentage against of 65.9%. Overall, they’ve permitted 404.4 yards per game, ranking them 113th in Division 1, including 13 passing touchdowns and 11 rushing touchdowns allowed.
The Boise State Broncos carry a 6-1 record into this matchup, with their latest game resulting in a convincing 31-10 win over the Washington State Cougars. Boise State’s defense allowed 33 rushing attempts yielding just 53 yards at 1.6 yards per carry. The secondary held opponents to a completion rate of 52.5%, giving up 191 yards on 21 of 40 passing. Offensively, the Broncos produced 407 yards on 61 plays at an average of 6.7 yards per play, with a strong rush performance of 7.0 yards per attempt—totaling 258 yards on 37 carries.
The Boise State Broncos are averaging 444.3 yards per game, ranking 30th in Division 1 football. However, their offense has faced issues with penalties, accumulating 389 yards on 40 infractions, putting them 111th nationally. Rushing stats show they’re averaging 237.9 yards per game, totaling 1,665 rushing yards this season. The Broncos have not thrown any interceptions but have lost 3 fumbles, resulting in 166 first downs. In scoring, Boise State sits at 36th in college football, averaging 34.4 points per game. They’ve amassed 1,445 passing yards for an average of 206.4 yards per game, ranking them 95th nationwide.
On defense, Boise State allows 20.6 points per game, placing them 38th in the nation. They have surrendered a total of 694 rushing yards, averaging 99.1 yards per game, with 5 rushing touchdowns allowed this season. They’ve given up 12 touchdown passes and average 251.3 yards allowed through the air, ranking them 117th in Division 1. With 398 plays faced on defense, they currently lead the country in defensive snaps, recovering 1 fumble and making 6 interceptions. Overall, the Broncos’ season defense has allowed 144 points to date.
Who will prevail in the Bobcats vs. Broncos college football clash and cover the spread?
Prediction: Take the Bobcats +12.5
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