The Wyoming Cowboys (2-2) visit the North Dakota State Bison (4-0) on Saturday, October 3, 2026 at Fargodome, Fargo, ND. Kickoff is scheduled for 3:30 PM ET, and the game airs on The CW. DraftKings lists the spread at NDSU -18.5 with a total of 45.5; moneylines are Wyoming +800 · North Dakota State -1350. Below is our Wyoming vs North Dakota 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.
Wyoming vs North Dakota State Odds, Spread, Kickoff Time & TV
| Matchup detail | Line / info |
|---|---|
| Matchup | Wyoming at North Dakota State |
| Records | Wyoming 2-2 · North Dakota State 4-0 |
| Spread | NDSU -18.5 |
| Moneyline | Wyoming +800 · North Dakota State -1350 |
| Total | 45.5 |
| Venue | Fargodome, Fargo, ND |
| Date/Time | Saturday, October 3, 2026 · 3:30 PM ET |
| TV / How to Watch | The CW |
| Head Coaches | Wyoming: HC Jay Sawvel, OC Christian Taylor · North Dakota State: HC Tim Polasek, OC Dan Larson |
Wyoming Preview: Season So Far, Coach & Key Players
Season so far: The Wyoming Cowboys are 2-2 overall, 1-0 in Mountain West play. Results to date: Sep 5 — L 35-13 at Colorado State; Sep 12 — W 21-13 vs Northern Colorado; Sep 19 — L 24-10 at Central Michigan; Sep 26 — W 27-10 vs Hawai'i. Most recently, Wyoming beat Hawai'i 27-10 at home. Through 4 games, Wyoming is averaging 17.8 points scored and 20.5 points allowed per game.
Head coach: Jay Sawvel (head coach since 2024). Offensive coordinator: Christian Taylor. Defensive coordinator: Aaron Bohl.
Key players (2026 season stats):
- Passing leader: Tyler Hughes (QB) — 61/98, 656 yards, 2 TD, 5 INT
- Rushing leader: Samuel Harris (RB) — 42 carries, 226 yards, 2 TD
- Receiving leader: Kyle Frendt (TE) — 8 receptions, 155 yards, 1 TD
- Sacks leader: Esaia Bogar (DE) — 2 sacks
- Tackles leader: Gary Rutherford (LB) — 30 total tackles
Strengths: A defense holding opponents to 20.5 points per game. Questions: An offense averaging 17.8 points per game; ball security at quarterback (5 interceptions for Tyler Hughes).
North Dakota State Preview: Season So Far, Coach & Key Players
Season so far: The North Dakota State Bison are 4-0 overall, 1-0 in Mountain West play. Results to date: Aug 29 — W 33-7 vs Jacksonville State; Sep 5 — W 38-0 vs Fordham; Sep 12 — W 38-32 at Air Force; Sep 19 — W 31-10 at Sacramento State. Most recently, North Dakota State beat Sacramento State 31-10 on the road. Through 4 games, North Dakota State is averaging 35.0 points scored and 12.2 points allowed per game.
Head coach: Tim Polasek (head coach since 2024). Offensive coordinator: Dan Larson. Defensive coordinator: Grant Olson.
Key players (2026 season stats):
- Passing leader: Nathan Hayes (QB) — 61/91, 808 yards, 7 TD, 2 INT
- Rushing leader: DJ Scott (RB) — 50 carries, 225 yards, 3 TD
- Receiving leader: Jackson Williams (WR) — 18 receptions, 283 yards, 1 TD
- Sacks leader: Kelton McCaslin (DE) — 2.5 sacks
- Tackles leader: Donovan Woolen (LB) — 25 total tackles
Strengths: An unbeaten 4-0 start; an offense scoring 35.0 points per game; a defense allowing only 12.2 points per game. Questions: Holding serve at Fargodome against Wyoming.
How to Watch Wyoming vs North Dakota State
- Date: Saturday, October 3, 2026
- Kickoff: 3:30 PM ET
- Venue: Fargodome, Fargo, ND
- TV / Streaming: The CW
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.