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Rams Down Fresno State 41-31 - Match Report

Patrick O'Brien's 322-yard performance through the air was the key in Colorado State's 41-31 win over Fresno State on Saturday at Bulldog Stadium.

Bettors who backed the Rams were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +13.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 56.5.

Patrick O'Brien completed 23 of 42 pass attempts for 322 yards for the Rams in the win.

Ronnie Rivers rushed for 146 yards for Fresno State, while Josh Hokit added 24 yards. Jorge Reyna threw for 200 yards for the Bulldogs, while receivers Ronnie Rivers and Cam Sutton had 42 and 37 yards respectively.

Fresno State was outgained by Colorado State 500-388 yards in Saturday's match, while the important battle of first downs was won 25-17 by the Rams.

The time of possession battle favored Colorado State as their offense was on the field for 33:25, longer than the 26:35 of their opponents.

Colorado State heads into a 10 battle against Nevada-Las Vegas. Fresno State, meanwhile, will have their next action against Hawaii.