COLLEGE FOOTBALL

Oregon State enters with the sharper recent profile, scoring 129 points through four games and averaging 458.3 yards per game with 364.5 of those through the air. The Beavers have also been more stable on defense, allowing 23.0 points per game and 4.9 yards per play. San Diego State has leaned more on the run than the pass, but its offense is only at 23.0 points per game and 4.3 yards per play, while the defense has allowed 412.8 yards and 28.8 points per game. That combination gives Oregon State a clear edge in efficiency, explosiveness, and scoring ceiling.
Oregon State should control this game with a more efficient passing attack and a stronger overall yardage profile, and the best value looks to be on the Beavers clearing their team total. San Diego State has struggled to generate enough offense to keep pace, while its defense has allowed too many yards and points to feel safe against a home team with a clear scoring edge. Final score projection: Oregon State Beavers 38, San Diego State Aztecs 24.