Brigham Young Cougars vs Colorado State Rams

Saturday, September 19, 2026 8:15 PM ET Game 17080367
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Brigham Young and Colorado State both come into this matchup undefeated at 2-0, which sets the stage for an intriguing early-season clash. The odds heavily favor BYU, who are listed as a 17.5-point favorite on the road. This means sportsbooks expect BYU to win by more than two touchdowns. The spread price of -115 on BYU suggests solid confidence from bettors, while the Rams’ +17.5 spread at -105 offers a slight value if you think Colorado State can keep it close or pull off an upset.

Looking at the moneyline, BYU is a heavy favorite at -1100, meaning you’d have to bet $1,100 just to win $100. This confirms how strongly the market views BYU as the likely winner. Conversely, Colorado State’s moneyline at +700 implies a big payout if they pull off the win, but it’s considered a long shot.

The total points line is set at 52.5, with equal odds on the over and under at -110. This suggests the game could be moderately high-scoring, but sportsbooks see it as balanced, so neither side of the total is favored.

In summary, if you believe BYU’s undefeated run continues with a dominant win, taking them to cover the 17.5 points makes sense. If you expect a tighter game or an upset, Colorado State plus the points or moneyline might be more appealing. The total offers a fair split for those who think the scoring will be around the mid-50s.

Analysis updated September 18, 2026 at 6:03 AM
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