[tps_title]WASHINGTON STATE at CAL[/tps_title]
[tps_header]1 p.m., PAC-12 Networks, Golden Bears -17.5[/tps_header]
— The Bears’ defense is coming around under Sonny Dykes. They lead the Pac-12 in both interceptions (nine) and forcing turnovers (14).
— The Golden Bears also have a run game coming back in Daniel Lasco, who missed the last two games with a hip injury. Quarterback Jared Goff should be primed for this matchup after lighting up the Cougars for 527 yards and five touchdowns last year.
— Washington State is 9-2-1 ATS in its last 12 games on the road
— Cal is 6-17 ATS in its last 23 games at home
My pick: Cal will win but Washington State will cover
Steve Rivera’s pick: Cal will win and cover
Anthony Gimino’s pick: Cal will win and but Washington State will cover cover
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