Fresno State Bulldogs vs San Jose State Spartans Prediction

The San Jose State Spartans will beat the Fresno State Bulldogs. The San Jose State Spartans will cover the spread, and the total will go over.

Analyzing the statistics, the Spartans hold an advantage in terms of offensive production, averaging approximately 23.2 points per game compared to the Bulldogs’ 22.6. When it comes to passing yards, San Jose State is particularly formidable, racking up around 324.8 yards per game at a completion rate of 58.4%. This passing attack far surpasses the Bulldogs’ average of just 173.1 yards, despite their slightly higher passing efficiency of 61.1%. It’s evident that the Spartans’ passing game will likely exploit the Bulldogs’ defensive weaknesses.

Moreover, San Jose State’s rushing game, while less potent at about 110.2 rushing yards per game, operates on significantly fewer attempts (around 25.3). In contrast, Fresno State averages 153 rushing yards, but they do so with an average of 35.3 attempts, suggesting a less efficient ground game. Thus, while Fresno may seem stronger on the ground, their reliance on the run might hurt them against a Spartan defense that can capitalize on errant throws and over-reliance on one dimension of the game. Given these factors, I fully expect San Jose State to not only win but to contribute to a game total that goes over expectations.