As Week 7 of the 2025 college football season unfolds, the Fresno State Bulldogs are set to take on the Colorado State Rams. The game will be held at Sonny Lubick Field at Canvas Stadium in Fort Collins, Colorado, with kickoff scheduled for 9:00 PM on Friday, October 10. Fans can catch the action on CBSS as these Mountain West Conference rivals meet on the outdoor field. The Bulldogs enter the game with an impressive 5-1 record, including a 2-0 mark in conference play. Fresno State’s road performance has been strong, with a 2-1 record away from Valley Children’s Stadium. Their recent win against the Nevada Wolf Pack, with a score of 20-17, highlights their competitive form this season. In contrast, the Rams have struggled this season, holding a 1-4 record with a 1-2 home performance. Colorado State aims to bounce back after a tough 45-24 loss to San Diego State last week. Despite their challenging start, the Rams will look to leverage home-field advantage to turn their season around.
Colorado State vs Fresno State At a Glance
- Game Location: Sonny Lubick Field at Canvas Stadium in Fort Collins, CO
- Game Date & Time: Friday, October 10, 2025, at 9:00 PM
- Broadcast: Available on CBSS
- Fresno State Record: 5-1 overall, 2-0 in Mountain West Conference
- Colorado State Record: 1-4 overall, 0-1 in Mountain West Conference
- Betting Odds: Fresno State Moneyline -252, Colorado State Moneyline +206, Total Points 46.5
Colorado State Rams Prepare for Showdown Against Opponent
Overview of the Colorado State Rams
The Colorado State Rams have faced a challenging 2025 season so far, highlighted by a recent loss to the San Diego State Aztecs, 45-24. Despite this setback, they hold a season record of 1-4, with their only win coming against the Northern Colorado Bears. This performance places them as underdogs in their upcoming game against the Fresno State Bulldogs.
Offensive Performance
On the offensive front, the Rams have struggled, ranking 87th in points for with a total of 85 points this season. Their passing game hasn’t fared much better, sitting at 98th with 978 passing yards. However, their rushing attack shows some promise, ranking 81st with 763 yards.
Quarterback Jackson Brousseau has led the passing attack with 421 yards and two touchdowns. Meanwhile, Jalen Dupree has been a bright spot in the backfield, rushing for 370 yards and ranking 59th nationally. His performance will be crucial in keeping the Rams’ offense moving forward.
Defensive Struggles
Defensively, the Rams have allowed 137 points against, ranking 83rd in the nation. Despite these challenges, their defense has been effective at creating turnovers with three interceptions, ranking 4th. Their ability to recover fumbles has also been notable, ranking 7th with two recoveries.
Linebackers Jacob Ellis and Jaseim Mitchell, both listed as questionable, will be vital for the Rams to improve their defensive performance. The absence of defensive lineman Mukendi Wa-Kalonji for the season could further test their depth.
Recent Games Recap
In their last game, Colorado State fell to San Diego State with a 45-24 scoreline, struggling to contain the Aztecs’ potent rushing attack. Prior to that, they were defeated by Washington State 20-3 and suffered a narrow 17-16 loss to UTSA. Their lone victory came against Northern Colorado with a 21-17 result, a game where they excelled in gaining first downs and controlling the clock.
Throughout these games, the Rams have shown inconsistency, especially on the offensive side. They will need to find a way to stabilize their performances to succeed in upcoming matchups.
Upcoming Challenges
Looking ahead, the Rams have a tough schedule with games against Fresno State, Hawaii, and Wyoming. Their upcoming game against Fresno State will be critical, as they hope to leverage home advantage. The Rams must improve in both offensive and defensive areas to stand a chance against these formidable opponents.
Betting Trends for the Colorado State Rams
- SU – As Favorite: Last 10 Games (2024–2025) → 9-1 (90.0%)
- O/U – Away Games: Last 4 Games (2024–2025) → 4-0 (100.0%)
- ATS – After Win: Last 8 Games (2024–2025) → 7-1 (87.5%)
- SU – Home Games: Last 15 Games (2023–2025) → 11-4 (73.3%)
- O/U – As Underdog: Last 5 Games (2024–2025) → 4-1 (80.0%)
Fresno State Bulldogs: Preparing for the Next Test on the Road
Offensive Overview
Fresno State’s offensive lineup has been productive in 2025, scoring 184 points and ranking 28th in the nation. The team has amassed 1,178 passing yards, placing them 71st, and their rushing game has been strong with 1,039 yards, ranking 31st. The Bulldogs have been efficient in moving the chains, recording 120 first downs, which is 23rd best in the country.
In their 2024 season, Fresno State demonstrated a higher scoring output, accumulating 339 points for a 60th-place ranking. Their passing yards were significantly higher last season, with 3,147 yards ranking 42nd, but their rushing game was less effective, ranked 120th with 1,286 yards. The Bulldogs managed 246 first downs, ranking 61st.
Defensive Performance
On defense, Fresno State has allowed 117 points against them this season, ranking 65th. The defense has been aggressive, recording 10 sacks which is 14th in the nation, and they have been successful in forcing turnovers with 9 interceptions, ranking 10th. Additionally, they have recovered 2 fumbles, placing them 7th in that category.
Comparatively, the 2024 season saw the Bulldogs allow 323 points, placing them 97th. They recorded 24 sacks, ranking 26th, while securing 15 interceptions, which was the 16th best performance. Fumble recoveries were slightly better last season with 5, ranking 11th.
Quarterback Insight
E.J. Warner leads the team as quarterback, with 1,136 passing yards, ranking 65th nationally, and he has thrown 7 touchdowns this season. His performance has been steady with 6 interceptions, placing him 256th in that area. Warner’s fantasy value is notable, ranking 147th with 76.3 points.
Backup quarterback Carson Conklin has seen limited action with only one game under his belt. He has contributed 42 passing yards and has yet to record a touchdown or interception, making his impact minimal but providing depth when needed.
Betting Trends
- SU – As Favorite: Last 28 Games (2022–2025) → 23-5 (82.1%)
- SU – Home Games: Last 28 Games (2020–2025) → 23-5 (82.1%)
- SU – After Win: Last 26 Games (2022–2025) → 21-5 (80.8%)
- SU – All Games: Last 5 Games (2025) → 5-0 (100.0%)
- SU – Totals ≥ 50: Last 19 Games (2022–2025) → 14-5 (73.7%)
- O/U – As Favorite: Last 28 Games (2022–2025) → 17-11 (60.7%)
- O/U – After Win: Last 27 Games (2022–2025) → 16-11 (59.3%)
- O/U – Away Games: Last 20 Games (2022–2025) → 12-8 (60.0%)
- ATS – After Win: Last 26 Games (2022–2025) → 15-11 (57.7%)
- ATS – Home Games: Last 4 Games (2024–2025) → 3-1 (75.0%)
Colorado State vs Fresno State Prediction: Over 46.5
Fresno State enters the game with a strong 5-1 record, showcasing a potent offense that ranks 28th in the nation with 184 points scored this season. They are averaging over 30 points per game, which sets the stage for a high-scoring affair against Colorado State. Given their offensive capabilities, Fresno State should be able to put points on the board against a Colorado State defense that has allowed 137 points this season.
Colorado State, despite their 1-4 record, has shown they can score in spurts, evident by their 24 points against San Diego State. Their home performance is crucial, and they’ve averaged 28.3 points in their last three home games. The Rams’ tendency to play in high-scoring games, especially as underdogs, further suggests an inclination towards the over.
In previous encounters, such as their matchup last season which ended 28–22, the total has gone over 46.5. Considering both teams’ offensive strengths and defensive vulnerabilities, this game has the makings of another high-scoring contest. Fresno State’s consistent ability to score, combined with Colorado State’s potential to contribute offensively, supports a bet on the over.
Projecting a final score of Fresno State 31 – Colorado State 24 aligns with the expectation of surpassing the 46.5 total. With both teams looking to assert dominance in their conference play, the offensive fireworks should result in a game that goes over the posted total.
- Colorado State vs Fresno State Prediction: Over 46.5
- Colorado State vs Fresno State Score: Fresno State 31 – Colorado State 24
