The Fresno State Bulldogs (3-1) visit the Washington State Cougars (1-3) on Saturday, October 3, 2026 at Martin Stadium, Pullman, WA. Kickoff is scheduled for 9:30 PM ET, and the game airs on USA Network. DraftKings lists the spread at WSU -1.5 with a total of 46.5; moneylines are Fresno State -105 · Washington State -115. Below is our Fresno State vs Washington State preview with the latest odds, point spread, moneyline, over/under, kickoff time, TV channel and where to watch, plus a look at each team’s season so far, head coach and key players. Lines may move before kickoff.
Fresno State vs Washington State Odds, Spread, Kickoff Time & TV
| Matchup detail | Line / info |
|---|---|
| Matchup | Fresno State at Washington State |
| Records | Fresno State 3-1 · Washington State 1-3 |
| Spread | WSU -1.5 |
| Moneyline | Fresno State -105 · Washington State -115 |
| Total | 46.5 |
| Venue | Martin Stadium, Pullman, WA |
| Date/Time | Saturday, October 3, 2026 · 9:30 PM ET |
| TV / How to Watch | USA Network |
| Head Coaches | Fresno State: HC Matt Entz, OC Josh Davis · Washington State: HC Kirby Moore, OC Matt Miller |
Fresno State Preview: Season So Far, Coach & Key Players
Season so far: The Fresno State Bulldogs are 3-1 overall. 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. Most recently, Fresno State beat Rice 38-24 at home. Through 4 games, Fresno State is averaging 28.2 points scored and 19.0 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) — 67/104, 789 yards, 6 TD, 1 INT
- Rushing leader: Rayshon Luke (RB) — 36 carries, 240 yards, 1 TD
- Receiving leader: Josiah Freeman (WR) — 18 receptions, 261 yards, 2 TD
- Sacks leader: Tytus Khajavi (LB) — 2 sacks
- Tackles leader: K'vion Thunderbird (LB) — 32 total tackles
Strengths: An offense averaging 28.2 points per game; a defense holding opponents to 19.0 points per game. Questions: Handling a road trip to Martin Stadium.
Washington State Preview: Season So Far, Coach & Key Players
Season so far: The Washington State Cougars are 1-3 overall. Results to date: Sep 6 — L 24-10 at Washington; Sep 12 — L 34-7 at Kansas State; Sep 19 — W 48-7 vs Duquesne; Sep 26 — L 34-24 vs Arizona. Most recently, Washington State lost to Arizona 34-24 at home. Through 4 games, Washington State is averaging 22.2 points scored and 24.8 points allowed per game.
Head coach: Kirby Moore (first season in charge). Offensive coordinator: Matt Miller. Defensive coordinator: Trent Bray.
Key players (2026 season stats):
- Passing leader: Caden Pinnick (QB) — 66/108, 644 yards, 3 TD, 4 INT
- Rushing leader: Kirby Vorhees (RB) — 36 carries, 210 yards, 2 TD
- Receiving leader: Daniel Blood (WR) — 15 receptions, 161 yards
- Sacks leader: Linus Zunk (DE) — 1.5 sacks
- Tackles leader: Keith Brown (LB) — 24 total tackles
Strengths: The production of Caden Pinnick (66/108, 644 yards, 3 TD, 4 INT). Questions: The response to a 34-24 loss to Arizona.
How to Watch Fresno State vs Washington State
- Date: Saturday, October 3, 2026
- Kickoff: 9:30 PM ET
- Venue: Martin Stadium, Pullman, WA
- TV / Streaming: USA Network
Odds: DraftKings lines reported via ESPN on September 28, 2026. 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.