Week 1 • August 31, 2025, 03:00 AM UTC
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MW
Power Rank: -11.4
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Big Ten
Power Rank: 14.0
Colorado State covered by 1.5 | Game went Over by 7.0
Colorado State @ Washington Preview

General Information

Week: Week 1
Kick Off (at stadium): 10:00 PM CDT
Stadium: Husky Stadium
Capacity: 70,083
Elevation: 69 ft
HFA Rating: 2.7
Playing Surface: Artifical Turf

Betting Information

Spread Washington -18.5
Total (O/U) 52
Expected Score CSU 16.8 - 35.2 WASH
Power Rank Implied Line Washington +25.4
Prediction Markets Washington 94% Win Chance (Kalshi)

Weather Conditions

Forecast for: February 02, 2026
Overcast

Overcast

44.6°F

Wind Chill: 44.6°F
Wind: 1.1 mph ESE
Gusts: 2.2 mph
Precipitation: 0.0"
Humidity: 80%
Rain Chance: 0%
Snow Chance: 0%

Travel & Rest

Colorado State (Away)

This Week: 982.8 miles
Last Week: Home Game
Season Total: 982.8 miles
Body Clock Time: 21:00
Rest Days: No Prior

Washington (Home)

This Week: 0.1 miles
Last Week: Home Game
Season Total: -0.1 miles
Body Clock Time: 20:00
Rest Days: No Prior

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Betting Information
Current Line Washington -18.5
Total Points 52
Blue Chip Analytics Power Rating
Colorado State -11.4
Washington 14.0
✈️ Travel Impact
Away Team Travel 983 mi
Home Team Travel 0 mi
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🏟️ HFA: Husky Stadium
Capacity 70,083
Elevation 69 ft
🌤️ Weather: Overcast
Temperature 44.6°F
Wind Speed 1.1 mph
Your Line Washington +25.4
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College Football Lines - Factors and Insights

Washington

Dominant Ground Game Established

Jonah Coleman rushed for 177 yards and 2 TDs, spearheading a 283-yard team rushing effort. The run game, particularly potent in the second half (166 yards), provides a reliable offensive identity and will heavily dictate game plans moving forward.

Efficient Quarterback Play

QB Demond Williams Jr. was highly efficient (18/24, 232 yds, 1 TD), demonstrating accuracy and poise. His ability to manage the game and capitalize on openings created by the run game makes the offense multi-dimensional and difficult to defend.

Defensive Resilience Despite Lapses

The defense limited Colorado State to 265 total yards but showed vulnerability by allowing immediate answering touchdowns after each of Washington's first three scores. Cleaning up these situational defensive lapses will be a key focus to avoid shootouts.

Playmaker Emerges at Receiver

Junior WR Denzel Boston made a spectacular one-handed TD catch and posted 92 receiving yards, solidifying his role as the team's top receiving threat. His big-play ability adds a crucial vertical element to complement the powerful run game.

Home Field Dominance Continues

The victory extended Washington's modern school-record home winning streak to 21 games. Maintaining this formidable home-field advantage at Husky Stadium will be a cornerstone of their season strategy as they host UC Davis next.