McNeese vs Utah State Pick and Prediction for Saturday, September 20, 2025

By: Cameron Ross Published 09/15/2025, 12:52 AM ET

McNeese vs Utah State Information

The McNeese Cowboys will be on the road for the second time this season this week, with a game in Logan, UT, against the Utah State Aggies at 8:00 pm in Maverik Stadium. McNeese has struggled to start the year with just one win through three games played, currently riding a 2-game losing streak into this week. Utah State has been mediocre to start the year with two wins and one loss overall, following a 19-point home victory against Air Force a week ago. Stay in the action with our College Football Picks.

McNeese Preview

The McNeese Cowboys limp into this week riding a 2-game losing streak following a narrow one-point loss a week ago. Offensively, McNeese has been mediocre this season, averaging 35 points per game through three games played. Defensively is where the Cowboys have had their issues, allowing 28.3 points per game, and have given up an average of 38 points per game during their two-game losing streak. Jake Strong has orchestrated the McNeese offense in the first three games of the season, leading the team to 798 yards and five scores on 61 completions. Tre’Vonte Citizen is the top ball carrier on the roster with 201 yards and two touchdowns on 25 carries. Josh Jackson leads all McNeese receivers with 171 yards on 12 receptions.

Utah State Preview

The Utah State Aggies continue a home stand this week with two wins and one loss on the year following their victory against Air Force. The Utah State defense has been mediocre this season, allowing 30 points per game through three games played. Offensively, Utah State has picked up the defensive slack, averaging 33 points per game through three games played after 49 against Air Force. Bryson Barnes leads the Utah State offense this season with 689 yards and five scores on 51 completions. Miles Davis is the top ball carrier on the team with 192 yards and one score on 31 carries. Braden Pegan leads all receivers for Utah State with 208 yards and three touchdowns on 14 grabs.

McNeese vs Utah State Prediction

The Aggies are the better team in this game, and it will show from early on Saturday. Utah State is stronger on both sides of the ball and will do the work to get past a below-average McNeese team. Take Utah State this week to get their third win of the year with a win and cover at home. Final Score Prediction, Utah State Aggies win and cover 47-17.

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