Oregon State vs Air Force prediction & betting tips - Nov. 16

The Oregon State Beavers are on the road to play the Air Force Falcons on Saturday, November 16 at 3:30 p.m. ET. The game can be seen on CBSSN.

Oregon State (4-5) is coming off a 24-13 loss to San Jose State. Air Force (2-7, 1-4 MW) is coming off a 36-28 win over Fresno State.

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Oregon State is a three-point favorite on the road, while the over/under is set at 45.5 points.

The Beavers are on a four-game losing streak and now need to win two of its final three games to be bowl-eligible. Oregon State has two tough games against Washington State and Boise State which makes this game nearly must-win.

However, Oregon State coach Trent Bray says he won't be benching anyone for younger players.

"No, it’s not. You don’t quit on anyone. They’re where they’re at for a reason and we’re going to stick behind them and believe in them," Bray said, via OregonLive.

Oregon State is led by Gevani McCoy, who's thrown for 1,300 yards, 3 touchdowns, and 6 interceptions. Anthony Hankerson has rushed for 870 yards and 14 touchdowns, and Trent Walker has 677 receiving yards and 2 touchdowns.

Defensively, the Beavers are led by Jack Kane, who has 2 interceptions, Nikko Taylor has two interceptions, and Skyler Thomas has 62 tackles.

Air Force, meanwhile, snapped its seven-game losing streak. Coach Troy Calhoun leads the Falcons as he grew up as an Oregon State fan and season ticket holder so he's looking forward to coaching them.

“I didn’t have a choice,” said the Air Force football coach, via Gazette.com. “My mom and dad went to high school about eight miles from the (Oregon State) campus. My dad’s been to well over 200 Oregon State football games and every one of their spring games. My mom currently lives maybe a half mile — literally five blocks — from the stadium. That was forced knowledge.”

Air Force is led by Quentin Hayes has rushed for 276 yards and 3 touchdowns. Cade Harris leads the way with 224 receiving yards and a touchdown.

Defensively, Payton Zdroki has three sacks, and Camby Goff has 51 tackles.

Air Force should be able to contain Oregon State's offense, which has struggled this season. Both teams have not been playing good football, but Air Force's offense can be difficult to prepare for as at home, the Falcons get a big win here.

Prediction: Air Force 20, Oregon State 17

Oregon State vs Air Force: Betting Tips

Tip 1: Air Force +3 (-112)

Tip 2: Under 45.5 points (-112)

Tip 3: Air Force ML (+124)

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