The Fresno State Bulldogs (4-2) visit the San Diego State Aztecs (2-4) on Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Snapdragon Stadium, San Diego, CA. Kickoff is scheduled for 10:30 PM ET, and the game airs on CBS Sports Network (CBSSN). DraftKings lists the spread at FRES -8.5 with a total of 45.5; moneylines are Fresno State -340 · San Diego State +270. Below is our Fresno State vs San Diego State preview with the latest odds, point spread, moneyline, over/under, kickoff time, TV channel and where to watch, plus each team’s season, coach and key players.
Fresno State vs San Diego State Odds, Spread, Kickoff Time & TV
| Matchup detail | Line / info |
|---|---|
| Matchup | Fresno State at San Diego State |
| Records | Fresno State 4-2 · San Diego State 2-4 |
| Spread | FRES -8.5 |
| Moneyline | Fresno State -340 · San Diego State +270 |
| Total | 45.5 |
| Venue | Snapdragon Stadium, San Diego, CA |
| Date/Time | Saturday, October 17, 2026 · 10:30 PM ET |
| TV / How to Watch | CBS Sports Network (CBSSN) |
| Head Coaches | Fresno State: HC Matt Entz, OC Josh Davis · San Diego State: HC Sean Lewis, OC Sean Lewis |
Fresno State Preview: Season So Far, Coach & Key Players
Season so far: The Fresno State Bulldogs are 4-2 overall, 1-1 in Pac-12 play. Results to date: Sep 4 — L 39-0 at USC; Sep 12 — W 49-3 vs Sacramento State; Sep 19 — W 26-10 at San José State; Sep 26 — W 38-24 vs Rice; Oct 3 — W 26-6 at Washington State; Oct 10 — L 38-31 vs Boise State. Most recently, Fresno State lost to Boise State 38-31 at home. Through 6 games, Fresno State is averaging 28.3 points scored and 20.0 points allowed per game.
Head coach: Matt Entz (head coach since 2025). Offensive coordinator: Josh Davis. Defensive coordinator: Nick Benedetto.
Key players (2026 season stats):
- Passing leader: Jayden Mandal (QB) — 110/170, 1,252 yards, 8 TD, 1 INT
- Rushing leader: Rayshon Luke (RB) — 42 carries, 286 yards, 1 TD
- Receiving leader: Josiah Freeman (WR) — 28 receptions, 375 yards, 2 TD
- Sacks leader: Dylan Hampsten (DL) — 3 sacks
- Tackles leader: K'vion Thunderbird (LB) — 52 total tackles
Strengths: An offense averaging 28.3 points per game; a defense holding opponents to 20.0 points per game. Questions: The response to a 38-31 loss to Boise State.
San Diego State Preview: Season So Far, Coach & Key Players
Season so far: The San Diego State Aztecs are 2-4 overall, 1-1 in Pac-12 play. Results to date: Sep 5 — W 53-20 vs Portland State; Sep 12 — L 28-10 at UCLA; Sep 19 — L 26-13 vs James Madison; Sep 26 — L 41-16 at Toledo; Oct 3 — W 31-29 vs Texas State; Oct 10 — L 66-14 at Oregon State. Most recently, San Diego State lost to Oregon State 66-14 on the road. Through 6 games, San Diego State is averaging 22.8 points scored and 35.0 points allowed per game.
Head coach: Sean Lewis (head coach since 2024). Sean Lewis also serves as offensive coordinator. Defensive coordinator: Demetrius Sumler.
Key players (2026 season stats):
- Passing leader: Jayden Denegal (QB) — 76/141, 787 yards, 6 TD, 5 INT
- Rushing leader: Javion Kinnard (RB) — 67 carries, 355 yards, 1 TD
- Receiving leader: Nathan Acevedo (WR) — 16 receptions, 177 yards, 2 TD
- Sacks leader: Djibril Rahman (LB) — 3 sacks
- Tackles leader: Sione Hala (LB) — 63 total tackles
Strengths: The production of Jayden Denegal (76/141, 787 yards, 6 TD, 5 INT). Questions: A defense giving up 35.0 points per game; ball security at quarterback (5 interceptions for Jayden Denegal); the response to a 66-14 loss at Oregon State.
How to Watch Fresno State vs San Diego State
- Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026
- Kickoff: 10:30 PM ET
- Venue: Snapdragon Stadium, San Diego, CA
- TV / Streaming: CBS Sports Network (CBSSN)
Odds: DraftKings lines reported via ESPN as of October 12, 2026 2:12 AM PT (Arizona time). Lines may move before kickoff. Records, results and season stats via ESPN; coaching staffs per 2026 staff listings. This page is an informational matchup preview only.