Washington State would seem to have an enormous advantage over New Mexico on Saturday, especially when it comes to motivation. The No. 19 Cougars (8-1, No. 18 CFP ) are looking to sweep their final three games and perhaps enter the discussions for a spot in the 12-team playoffs.

Washington State by 10 1/2. Series record: Washington State 2-0. WHAT’S AT STAKE? For Washington State, nothing less than a possible berth in the 12-team college playoffs. Since what’s left of the Pac-12 has no championship game and there is no automatic berth in the playoffs,

Off to their best start since 2018, the Cougars check in at #19 in the AP poll and have the chance to pick up their ninth win this weekend. In order to do that,