2026 Pac-12 Week 11 Game Previews: Game Time, TV Schedule, Odds, Predictions

Fresno State (5-4) at Texas State (5-4)

Date & Time: Saturday, November 14, 1:00 p.m. PT

Network: CW

Spread: Texas State -8.5, O/U 59.5

Preview: With both teams one win away from bowl eligibility, Saturday’s matchup between Fresno State and Texas State carries plenty of weight.

The Bulldogs are looking to get back on track after a disappointing 17-10 loss to Utah State, while the Bobcats return home riding high after an offensive explosion in the 42-21 victory over Oregon State.

For Fresno State, the biggest question is whether the offense can find consistency. The Bulldogs had 278 total yards against Utah State, despite a career performance from wide receiver Josiah Freeman, who hauled in eight receptions for 114 yards. It was Freeman’s second 100-yard receiving game of the season, making him the first Bulldog since Mac Dalena in 2024 to accomplish that feat.

The defense gave Fresno State plenty of opportunities. The Bulldogs held Utah State to just 269 total yards, the third time they’ve limited an opponent to fewer than 300 yards this season. The offensive struggles were too much to overcome.

Fresno State head backs on the road for the third time in four games, hoping to snap a two-game road losing streak. Slowing down Texas State’s offense will not be easy.

The Bobcats erupted for 600 total yards against Oregon State, including 386 yards on the ground. It was the fourth time this season Texas State had rushed for more than 300 yards in a game.

Running back Torrance Burgess Jr. led the charge with 196 rushing yards and a touchdown, surpassing 1,000 yards on the season. His 1,118 rushing yards are the sixth-best in the country, while Davian Jackson added 107 yards and three touchdowns of his own against Oregon State.

Quarterback Brad Jackson was just as impressive completing 16 of 20 passes for 214 yards and a touchdown while adding 87 rushing yards and another score.

Wide receiver Chris Dawn Jr. also only needs one more catch to tie Texas State’s all-time receptions record of 160.

This game will come down to whether Fresno State’s defense can contain one of the nation’s most explosive rushing attacks. The Bulldogs have shown they can shut down opposing offenses, but Texas State is a tall task.

Prediction: Texas State 38, Fresno State 24

Oregon State (5-4) at No. 24 Boise State (8-1)

Date & Time: Saturday, November 14, 3:00 p.m. PT

Network: USA Network

Spread: Boise State -14.5, O/U 63.5

Preview: The national spotlight is heading to Boise, Idaho, for one of the biggest matchups of the Pac-12 season.

With ESPN’s College GameDay coming into town, No. 24 Boise State will look to extend its eight-game winning streak against an Oregon State team desperate to get back into the win column. If the Broncos’ recent performances are any indication, the Beavers could be in for a long afternoon.

Boise State has been nearly unstoppable since dropping its season opener, winning eight consecutive games while scoring at least 31 points in each game. It’s the first time the Broncos have done this since 2010.

Last week’s 64-38 victory over Colorado State might just be their most impressive win yet. No Maddux Madsen, no problem. Boise State had a season-high 669 total yards and the outburst was the highest-scoring performance for the Broncos since 2007.

Even more impressive has been Boise State’s efficiency on third down. The Broncos are third in the nation in third-down conversion at 53.4%, while their defense ranks 14th, allowing opponents to convert just 30.8% of the time.

That combination could be a serious problem for Oregon State.

The Beavers have lost two straight after winning five straight, and their typically explosive passing attack struggled against Texas State.

Quarterback Braden Atkinson, who leads the nation in passing yards, threw for just 192 yards with no touchdowns and an interception before leaving the game in the third quarter with a hand injury. Atkinson has been ruled out in this contest.

One player who could help Oregon State turn things around is freshman wide receiver Jesse Legree. He leads the nation with 1,209 receiving yards and 14 touchdowns and is two touchdowns away from tying Brandin Cooks’ single-season school record.

Defensively, edge rusher Takari Hickle could play a major role. His seven sacks and 12.5 tackles for loss both lead the Pac-12.

But with Boise State playing its best football of the season and a national audience keyed in, the Broncos have too much momentum to pick against them.

Prediction: Boise State 41, Oregon State 27

Utah State (4-5) at San Diego State (4-5)

Date & Time: Saturday, November 14, 6:30 p.m. PT

Network: USA Network

Spread: Utah State -2.5, O/U 42.5

Preview: Something has to give when Utah State travels to San Diego State for a matchup between two teams fighting to keep their bowl game hopes alive.

The Aggies enter with one of the hottest defenses in college football, while the Aztecs have turned Snapdragon Stadium into one of the toughest places to play in the Pac-12.

Utah State has become a dangerous team as of late, winning four of its last six games behind a remarkable defensive stretch. The defense was on full display last weekend when Utah State beat Fresno State 17-10, giving head coach Bronco Mendenhall his 150th career win.

Despite only having 269 yards of offense, the Aggies found a way to win for their second victory this season with fewer than 300 total yards.

Linebacker Asher Cunningham has been a big reason for that success. Cunningham is third in the Pac-12 with 73 tackles and has recorded 5.5 tackles for loss over his last four games. His 17-tackle performance against Washington State is the highest single-game total in the conference this season.

On the other sideline, the Aztecs are 4-1 at home this season and 10-1 at Snapdragon Stadium under head coach Sean Lewis.

Their offense has been more productive at home, averaging 29.8 points and 193 rushing yards per game compared to 22.3 points and 110.3 rushing yards on the road.

Quarterback Stone Saunders will look to continue that success after Lewis announced that he would remain the starter for the rest of the season. Saunders has completed 64.8% of his passes in two starts, averaging 8.72 yards per attempt.

Meanwhile, running back Lucky Sutton will look to make his likely final home game memorable. Sutton has rushed for 323 yards and two touchdowns over his last three games, including two 100-yard performances.

With both teams relying on defense and the running game, expect a physical, low-scoring battle. The Aggies have the momentum, but the home-field advantage could make the difference.

Prediction: San Diego State 24, Utah State 21

Colorado State (3-6) at Washington State (1-8)

Date & Time: Saturday, November 14, 7:30 p.m. PT

Network: CBSSN

Spread: Washington State -8.5, O/U 66.5

Preview: It’s not very often a one-win team through nine games enters a matchup as more than a touchdown favorite. That’s exactly the situation as Washington State welcomes Colorado State to Pullman as an 8.5-point favorite.

While neither team has enjoyed much success in the win column, both offenses have shown plenty of reason for optimism.

For Washington State, that optimism starts with quarterback Owen Eshelman.

Since taking over as the starter three games ago, Eshelman has averaged 259.7 passing yards and 67.7 rushing yards per game. No FBS quarterback currently averages more than 250 passing yards and 60 rushing yards per game this season.

His emergence has revived the Cougars’ receiving corps. Branden Ganashamoorthy has recorded 19 receptions for 263 yards over the last three games, while Daniel Blood has added 18 catches for 207 yards in the same stretch.

The Cougars’ defense has also quietly been impressive against the pass, leading the Pac-12 by allowing just 202.6 passing yards per game. Slowing down Colorado State can be a different challenge.

Despite a 3-6 record, the Rams have been one of the most productive offenses in the country. Colorado State is 20th nationally in scoring offense at 35.8 points per game and 25th in total offense, averaging 441 yards per contest. Even in last week’s loss to Boise State, the Rams had 513 total yards and 38 points.

Quarterback Hauss Hejny has been a major reason for that success. Against Boise State, Hejny threw for 253 yards and two touchdowns while adding 69 rushing yards and another score. It marked his third game this season with multiple passing touchdowns and a rushing touchdown.

Wide receiver Tommy Maher has also emerged as a dangerous weapon, recording 12 catches for 207 yards and three touchdowns across the last two games.

With two dual-threat quarterbacks and offenses capable of putting up big numbers, there will be plenty of scoring. The Cougars might be the favorite, but the Rams’ offensive production makes that 8.5-point spread hard to justify.

Prediction: Colorado State 38, Washington State 34