Games involving teams in the throes of a disastrous season generally should be avoided. Not this one, even though San Jose State is 3-19 straight-up. At least its coaching situation is settled, unlike Colorado State, whose coach Larry Eustachy's current suspension will lead to dismissal and interim Steve Barnes' longtime connection to him puts his career in jeopardy. Rams players boycotted practice Thursday and have dropped seven straight decisions -- four at home. They've only covered once in that stretch. The visiting Spartans should seize this opportunity against a distracted opponent to possibly steal a rare win.