Washington State Cougars (3-0) will take on San Jose State Spartans (3-0) on Friday at 10:00 p.m. ET, in a matchup between a pair of the biggest stars in college football.
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When: Friday, September 20, 2024 at 10:00 p.m. ET
Location: Gesa Field in Pullman, Washington
Live Box Score: FOX Sports
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Washington State 2024 Stats & Insights
While Washington State ranks ninth-worst in the FBS in total defense with 464 yards allowed per game, it's been a different situation offensively, as the Cougars rank 21st-best in the FBS (478 yards per game).
With 301 passing yards allowed per game on defense, which ranks seventh-worst in the FBS, Washington State has had to lean on their 49th-ranked passing offense (257.7 passing yards per contest) to keep them competitive.
The Cougars have the 72nd-ranked defense this season (21.7 points allowed per game), and they've been better on offense, ranking 16th-best with 43.7 points per game.
The Cougars are averaging 220.3 rushing yards per game on offense (28th in the FBS), and they rank 97th on the other side of the ball with 163 rushing yards allowed per game.
Washington State is averaging a 35.3% third-down conversion rate on offense, which ranks them 95th in the FBS. On the other side of the ball, the defense ranks 99th, surrendering a 41.2% third-down conversion rate.
The Cougars have forced five total turnovers (27th in the FBS) this season and have turned it over two times (28th in the FBS) for a turnover margin of +3, the 17th-best in college football.
San Jose State 2024 Stats & Insights
San Jose State's defense has been leading the way for the team, as it ranks 20th-best in the FBS with 248.3 total yards ceded per game. In terms of offense, it is putting up 372 total yards per game, which ranks 85th.
San Jose State has been a top-25 pass unit on both sides of the ball this season, as it ranks 16th-best in passing yards per game (313.7) and 11th-best in passing yards allowed per game (120.3).
In terms of points scored the Spartans rank 70th in the FBS (30 points per game), and they are 33rd on the other side of the ball (13.7 points allowed per contest).
The Spartans' running game has been sputtering, ranking fourth-worst in the FBS with 58.3 rushing yards per game. They have been more productive on defense, allowing 128 rushing yards per contest (65th-ranked).
San Jose State is generating a 39% third-down conversion percentage on offense this season (77th-ranked). Meanwhile, it is surrendering a 36% third-down rate (72nd-ranked) on defense.
The Spartans have compiled 10 forced turnovers this season and have turned the ball over seven times, leading to a +3 turnover margin, which ranks 17th-best in the FBS.
Washington State Cougars (3-0) will take on San Jose State Spartans (3-0) on Friday at 10:00 p.m. ET, in a matchup between a pair of the biggest stars in college football.
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Learn more about the Washington State Cougars and the San Jose State Spartans.
How to Watch Washington State vs. San Jose State
When: Friday, September 20, 2024 at 10:00 p.m. ET
Location: Gesa Field in Pullman, Washington
Live Box Score: FOX Sports
Read More About This Game
Washington State 2024 Stats & Insights
While Washington State ranks ninth-worst in the FBS in total defense with 464 yards allowed per game, it's been a different situation offensively, as the Cougars rank 21st-best in the FBS (478 yards per game).
With 301 passing yards allowed per game on defense, which ranks seventh-worst in the FBS, Washington State has had to lean on their 49th-ranked passing offense (257.7 passing yards per contest) to keep them competitive.
The Cougars have the 72nd-ranked defense this season (21.7 points allowed per game), and they've been better on offense, ranking 16th-best with 43.7 points per game.
The Cougars are averaging 220.3 rushing yards per game on offense (28th in the FBS), and they rank 97th on the other side of the ball with 163 rushing yards allowed per game.
Washington State is averaging a 35.3% third-down conversion rate on offense, which ranks them 95th in the FBS. On the other side of the ball, the defense ranks 99th, surrendering a 41.2% third-down conversion rate.
The Cougars have forced five total turnovers (27th in the FBS) this season and have turned it over two times (28th in the FBS) for a turnover margin of +3, the 17th-best in college football.
San Jose State 2024 Stats & Insights
San Jose State's defense has been leading the way for the team, as it ranks 20th-best in the FBS with 248.3 total yards ceded per game. In terms of offense, it is putting up 372 total yards per game, which ranks 85th.
San Jose State has been a top-25 pass unit on both sides of the ball this season, as it ranks 16th-best in passing yards per game (313.7) and 11th-best in passing yards allowed per game (120.3).
In terms of points scored the Spartans rank 70th in the FBS (30 points per game), and they are 33rd on the other side of the ball (13.7 points allowed per contest).
The Spartans' running game has been sputtering, ranking fourth-worst in the FBS with 58.3 rushing yards per game. They have been more productive on defense, allowing 128 rushing yards per contest (65th-ranked).
San Jose State is generating a 39% third-down conversion percentage on offense this season (77th-ranked). Meanwhile, it is surrendering a 36% third-down rate (72nd-ranked) on defense.
The Spartans have compiled 10 forced turnovers this season and have turned the ball over seven times, leading to a +3 turnover margin, which ranks 17th-best in the FBS.