Week 3 of the 2026 college football season is absolutely stacked, bringing another Saturday quadruple-header that’s gonna keep you glued to CBS Sports Network. We’re talking non-stop action kicking off bright and early. But man, the evening slate is where some real drama is brewing, especially with Marshall rolling into Missouri State. The Thundering Herd are hitting the road as slight favorites, but don’t let that fool you, because they pulled off a huge fourth-quarter comeback just last week to grab a win against Middle Tennessee State and dodge an ugly 0-2 start.
Marshall’s Gritty Win Sets Up a Road Test
After that nail-biting, fourth-quarter escape at home, Marshall is looking to build some real momentum heading into Springfield. That comeback against Middle Tennessee State was massive, keeping their season from spiraling early. Now, they’re stepping into Robert W. Plaster Stadium to face a Missouri State squad that’s had a pretty mixed bag so far. Missouri State got absolutely thumped by Texas A&M in their opener, then took care of business against FCS Lindenwood last week. For the Bears, having a “good Sun Belt squad” like Marshall roll into town is gonna be a true measuring stick game as they prep for the Conference USA part of their schedule. Marshall is sitting at a -3.5 spread, making them the team to watch here. Kickoff is set for 6:30 p.m. ET, and you can catch all the action on CBS Sports Network, CBSSports.com, or the CBS Sports App.
Boise State’s Offense Is On Fire, But Watch Out for South Dakota
Later in the evening, the action shifts to Boise, where the Broncos are hosting South Dakota at 10 p.m. ET on the Smurf Turf. Boise State nearly shocked everyone by knocking off Oregon in their opener, and then they absolutely stomped on the gas in the second half against Memphis last week, making a huge statement in the Group of Six race. Quarterback Maddux Madsen and running back Dylan Riley? Those guys are leading a dynamic Broncos offense that has been straight-up humming through the first two weeks of the season. They’re looking like a serious frontrunner for that Group of 6 berth in the College Football Playoff. On the other side, South Dakota is rolling in with three games already under their belt and a perfect 3-0 record, showing everyone they’re a force at the FCS level. Boise is a massive -24.5 point favorite, and for good reason. But they can’t afford to overlook a 3-0 FCS team if they want to avoid a potential shocker.
It’s gonna be a wild Saturday of college football. For Boise State, this game is all about continuing to assert their dominance and prove they’re legit contenders. For Marshall, it’s about showing that last week’s comeback wasn’t a fluke and that they can win on the road. Don’t miss a second of this Week 3 action!
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Originally reported by CBS Sports.
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