Nevada Wolf Pack vs Fresno State Bulldogs 9/30/2023 Week 5 Preview, Spread and Analysis

Nevada Wolf Pack vs Fresno State Bulldogs 9/30/2023 – This Saturday, college football fans can gear up for an intense showdown as the Nevada Wolf Pack venture to Fresno State’s Bulldog Stadium to take on the red-hot Fresno State Bulldogs. While Nevada is grappling with a challenging start to their season, marked by four consecutive losses, the Fresno State Bulldogs have displayed an impressive 4-0 record and are fresh off a resounding victory against Kent State. Dive deep into this exhilarating matchup with our comprehensive college football previews to stay well-informed. For the latest football odds and predictions, the sports betting sites have all the details you need for this pivotal game.

Team	SP/RL	TOTAL	ML
Wolf Pack	+24.5 (-110)	+1050	52 o (-110)
Bulldogs	-24.5 (-110)	-2300	52 u (-110)

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Nevada’s season has been marred by disappointment, struggling to secure a single win in their 0-4 start. In their latest defeat against Texas State, despite amassing 353 yards of total offense, Nevada faltered due to three costly turnovers that gifted Texas State three scores, leading to a 35-24 loss. Their performance dipped sharply in the second half, with Texas State outscoring them 35-7 after halftime.

Brendon Lewis has been a standout for Nevada, tallying 550 passing yards and showcasing dual-threat abilities with 171 rushing yards and two touchdowns. Sean Dollars and Jamaal Bell have contributed to the offense, with 161 rushing yards and 223 receiving yards, respectively. Defensively, Emany Johnson leads with 25 tackles, while Nevada’s defense has recorded eight quarterback sacks and an interception.

In stark contrast, Fresno State has enjoyed a stellar start to their season, remaining undefeated at 4-0. Their most recent triumph came in dominant fashion as they trounced Kent State 53-10, amassing 513 total yards while limiting Kent State to a mere 231. Quarterback Mikey Keene led the offensive onslaught with 325 passing yards and four touchdowns, complemented by a robust defense that restricted Kent State to just 102 passing yards.

Mikey Keene has been the driving force behind Fresno State’s offensive success this season, accumulating 1,205 passing yards, 12 touchdowns, and a mere two interceptions. Elijah Gilliam leads the rushing attack with 274 yards and four touchdowns, while Erik Brooks has been the go-to receiver with 448 yards and four touchdown receptions. On the defensive front, Levelle Bailey stands out with 24 tackles, and the Bulldogs’ defense has notched six quarterback sacks and six interceptions.

NCAAF Latest Odds: FRE -24.5 ; O/U 53.5

Nevada enters conference play facing an uphill battle, still searching for their first victory since undergoing a coaching change last season. While their earlier losses came against formidable opponents, recent weeks have shown improvement, with closer defeats against Kansas and Texas State. However, squaring off against Fresno State, one of Mountain West’s premier programs, presents an imposing challenge that will require Nevada’s Wolf Pack to dig deep for a road victory.

Fresno State Bulldogs

Quarterback Mikey Keene: 1,205 passing yards, 12 touchdowns, 2 interceptions

Running Back Elijah Gilliam: 274 rushing yards, 4 touchdowns

Wide Receiver Erik Brooks: 448 receiving yards, 4 touchdown receptions

Nevada Wolf Pack Betting Trends

Nevada are 4-10 ATS in their last 14 games.
Wolf Pack are 0-10 SU in their last 10 games.
Nevada are 2-4 SU in their last 6 games against Fresno State.
Nevada are 0-7 SU in their last 7 games on the road.
Wolf Pack are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games when playing on the road against Fresno State.
Nevada are 0-8 SU in their last 8 games against an opponent in the Mountain West conference.

Fresno State Bulldogs Betting Trends

Fresno State are 7-1 ATS in their last 8 games.
The total has gone OVER in 8 of Fresno State’s last 12 games.
Fresno State are 10-0 SU in their last 10 games.
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Fresno State’s last 6 games against Nevada.
Fresno State are 6-0 SU in their last 6 games at home.
Fresno State are 1-4 ATS in their last 5 games when playing at home against Nevada.