<body><div><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=46Ln8p_1GqfJDk100" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=46Ln8p_1GqfJDk100" width="1200" height="675" ><figcaption>FRENSO, CA - OCTOBER 10: Fresno State Bulldogs head coach Matt Entz on the sidelines during the game between the Fresno State Bulldogs and the Boise State Broncs on October 10, 2026 at Valley Children's Stadium in Fresno. (Photo by David Dennis/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) | Icon Sportswire via Getty Images</figcaption></figure>1. Boise State<figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=4PFcmk_1GqfJDk100" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=4PFcmk_1GqfJDk100" width="960" height="657" ><figcaption>PULLMAN, WA - OCTOBER 24: Boise State Broncos running back Dylan Riley (0) celebrates in the endzone with Boise State Broncos tight end Matt Wagner (88) after scoring a touchdown during the game against the Boise State Broncos and the Washington State Cougars at Martin Stadium in Pullman, WA on October 24, 2026. (Photo by Oliver McKenna/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) | Icon Sportswire via Getty Images</figcaption></figure>Pac-12 After Dark did not disappoint in Boise on Saturday night as the Broncos survived their first scare, beating Texas State 46-45. Boise State's secondary continues to be a concern, and star quarterback Maddux Madsen went down with an injury in the second half.Boise State heads on the road to Fort Collins to take on a struggling Rams team. The Broncos will look to avoid a letdown before a big matchup against Oregon State the following week.2. Fresno State<figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=1RlG3o_1GqfJDk100" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=1RlG3o_1GqfJDk100" width="960" height="672" ><figcaption>FRENSO, CA - OCTOBER 10: Fresno State Bulldogs run out onto the field during the game between the Fresno State Bulldogs and the Boise State Broncs on October 11, 2026 at Valley Children's Stadium in Fresno. (Photo by David Dennis/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) | Icon Sportswire via Getty Images</figcaption></figure>Coming off a big 38-22 win over Oregon State, Fresno State jumps to the No. 2 spot in this week's power rankings. The Bulldogs were dominant against the Beavers, and at 2-2 in conference play, they are likely to make the Pac-12 championship game if they win out.Week 10 brings what could be a sneaky tough road game against Utah State in Logan. Fresno State will need to run the ball effectively against a tough Aggies defense if it wants to keep its Pac-12 championship hopes alive.3. Oregon State<figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=3gFvHD_1GqfJDk100" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=3gFvHD_1GqfJDk100" width="960" height="768" ><figcaption>CORVALLIS, OR - OCTOBER 17: Cornell Hatcher Jr. #3 of the Oregon State Beavers runs after the catch during the second half of a game between the Washington State Cougars and the Oregon State Beavers at Reser Stadium on October 17, 2026 in Corvallis, Oregon. (Photo by Al Sermeno/ISI Photos/ISI Photos via Getty Images) | ISI Photos via Getty Images</figcaption></figure>A slim path to the College Football Playoff was all but eliminated for Oregon State with its 38-22 loss to Fresno State in Week 9. The usually potent Beavers offense struggled to convert in the red zone, and some of the defensive issues exposed by Washington State followed the team to Fresno.The Beavers still have a chance to win a Pac-12 championship and finish the season with 10 wins. They will need to clean up their defense before a matchup with a high-powered Texas State offense this week. A win would make the Beavers bowl eligible for the first time since 2023.4. Texas State<figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=40QbQr_1GqfJDk100" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=40QbQr_1GqfJDk100" width="960" height="640" ><figcaption>SAN MARCOS, TX - OCTOBER 24: Texas State Bobcats lineman Sully Burns lines up for a play during game featuring the Utah State Aggies and the Texas State Bobcats on October 24, 2026 at UFCU Stadium in San Marcos, TX. (Photo by John Rivera/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) | Icon Sportswire via Getty Images</figcaption></figure>The Bobcats dropped an absolute heartbreaker in Boise, losing 46-45. After recovering from a 28-3 halftime deficit, Texas State could not get the stops it needed in the fourth quarter to close out the game. This performance on the road in Boise should put every Pac-12 team on notice that the Bobcats can beat anyone on any given night.Texas State will have another tough road game this week as it travels to Corvallis to take on the Beavers. The Bobcats sit at 2-2 in conference play, and a win this week would put them in prime position to make the Pac-12 championship game.5. San Diego State<figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=3c8kND_1GqfJDk100" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=3c8kND_1GqfJDk100" width="960" height="640" ><figcaption>San Diego, California - October 31: San Diego State players celebrate after defeating Washington State at Snapdragon Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026 in San Diego, California. (Photo by Meg McLaughlin / The San Diego Union-Tribune via Getty Images)</figcaption></figure>A home win over Washington State brings the Aztecs to 4-5 overall and just two wins away from bowl eligibility. San Diego State was able to run the ball effectively and got enough stops against a struggling Washington State team to pull out a win.The Aztecs have a bye week before a big two-game stretch against Utah State and Boise State.6. Utah State<figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=0HYx82_1GqfJDk100" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=0HYx82_1GqfJDk100" width="960" height="640" ><figcaption>SAN MARCOS, TX - OCTOBER 24: Utah State Aggies lineman Tavo Motu'apuaka watches action during game featuring the Utah State Aggies and the Texas State Bobcats on October 24, 2026 at UFCU Stadium in San Marcos, TX. (Photo by John Rivera/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) | Icon Sportswire via Getty Images</figcaption></figure>The Aggies dominated Colorado State from the start and cruised to a 31-14 victory in Logan. Utah State has steadily improved throughout the season and finds itself at 3-5 overall and 2-2 in Pac-12 play. The Aggies still have a lot to play for, including a bowl berth, and remain in contention to make the Pac-12 championship game.Utah State will host Fresno State in Week 10. This will be a real opportunity for the Aggies to establish themselves as a threat to make the Pac-12 championship game with a win. Utah State will need to continue showing offensive improvement if it hopes to upset the Bulldogs.7. Colorado State<figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=2LxFI4_1GqfJDk100" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=2LxFI4_1GqfJDk100" width="960" height="658" ><figcaption>SAN MARCOS, TX - OCTOBER 15: Colorado State Rams RB Cedric Ross runs for yardage during Pac 12 game featuring The Colorado State Rams and The Texas State Bobcats on October 15, 2026 at UFCU Stadium in San Marcos, TX. (Photo by John Rivera/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) | Icon Sportswire via Getty Images</figcaption></figure>Colorado State had its worst offensive performance of the year against Utah State last week in a 31-14 loss to the Aggies. The Rams have struggled to find their footing in the first year of the Jim Mora era.Looking ahead, things do not get easier for the Rams. They will face 7-1 Boise State this week in Fort Collins. The Rams will need a historic defensive turnaround if they want to pull off an upset against the Broncos.8. Washington State<figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=36kxq5_1GqfJDk100" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=36kxq5_1GqfJDk100" width="960" height="640" ><figcaption>San Diego, California - October 31: Owen Eshelman #17 of Washington State runs the ball in for a touchdown against Malachi Finau #6 of San Diego State during their game at Snapdragon Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026 in San Diego, California. (Photo by Meg McLaughlin / The San Diego Union-Tribune via Getty Images)</figcaption></figure>The bottom spot in the power rankings has been a familiar place for the Cougars this season. Washington State stays at No. 8 after another disappointing result against San Diego State. The Cougars played well enough to win on the road but could not generate enough offense to get over the hump.Week 10 gives Washington State a much-needed bye week to regroup for the final stretch of the season. Following the bye, the Cougars will face the explosive offenses of Colorado State and Texas State.</div></body>

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Pac-12 After Dark did not disappoint in Boise on Saturday night as the Broncos survived their first scare, beating Texas State 46-45. Boise State's secondary continues to be a concern, and star quarterback Maddux Madsen went down with an injury in the second half. Boise State heads on the road...

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