With 26 seconds left, moments after the Spartans took the lead with a long touchdown pass, the Cougars covered 40 yards in just three plays to tie the game.

One mistake that could've easily cost Washington State the game occurred shortly after the Cougars intercepted a pass from San Jose State quarterback Emmett Brown on the second play of overtime. All Washington State needed to do was run the ball and set up kicker Dean Janikowski for a potential game-winning field goal.

The Cougars are 3-0 and have scored 131 points in those wins, that include a 24-19 win over Washington in the Apple Cup last week.

Matchup to watch: Washington State’s quarterback John Mateer vs. SJSU’s defense. Mateer is a true dual-threat quarterback and leads the Cougars in rushing through three weeks with 314. SJSU’s defense is ranked no. 21 in the FBS for total defense.

It wasn't always pretty, but Washington State quarterback John Mateer helped his Cougars team grit out a double-overtime win over San Jose State on Friday night

Preview the Washington State Cougars vs. San Jose State Spartans college football matchup, with score predictions, stats, and game information.

In a wild double-overtime finish, Washington State secured a thrilling 54-52 victory over San Jose State on Friday night.

The San Jose State Spartans (3-0) travel to meet the Washington State Cougars (3-0) Friday at Gesa Field in Pullman, Wash. Kickoff is scheduled for 10 p.m. ET (The CW Network). Let's analyze BetMGM Sp

TV channel and live stream links for the Sept. 20 Washington State Cougars vs. San Jose State Spartans Week 4 college football matchup.