San Jose State's defensive strength is pass defense. They are 119th versus the run. That's a big plus for Rams running back Dee Hart. But Colorado State's passing offense trumps San Jose State's pass defense, too.

Colorado State Garrett Grayson has a 21-to-5 touchdown-to-interception ratio and a 65.3 completion percentage. He also has one of the best wide receivers in the country, Rashard Higgins. He's put together four straight receiving games of at least 170 yards. Higgins has scored 12 touchdowns and is averaging more than 19 yards per catch.

Quarterback Joe Gray is coming on for San Jose State. The Rams rank 80th in yards allowed. So the Spartans are going to put up their share of points.