This isn’t the Boise State of old, which has never been better displayed than when you contrast it with TCU’s rise. However, the Broncos are still one of the premier teams in the Mountain West, and they control their own destiny in their division, thanks to handing 9-1 Colorado State its only loss.
How to watch San Diego State vs. Boise State: Game guide, TV/streaming, odds
Will this game change the Mountain West race?
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However, the Broncos face a stiff test this week in a tough stretch to end the season. SDSU is the co-leader in its division, and Boise will also play its division co-leader Utah State, along with Wyoming, which has shown some flashes in its first year under Craig Bohl.
The Aztecs couple bolster their case to win the Mountain Division in this game, though they’ll also need some help. In a tightly-contested Mountain West, every game is important, and this one could end up having a major impact on that conference race.
How to watch, listen, and stream
Game time: 10:15 p.m. ET
TV: ESPNU
Online streaming: WatchESPN
The numbers
Rankings and records: Boise State is 7-2, while San Diego State is 5-4. Neither team is ranked.
Vegas: Boise State opened as a 15-point favorite. The line is now 14 with an over/under of 55, per OddsShark.
Weather forecast: Sunny with a high of 27 and a low of 14.
Two things at stake
Boise State will be out of the driver’s seat in the division if it loses this game.
San Diego State needs to win this game to remain within striking distance in the division.
One big matchup
San Diego State offense vs. Boise State defense: While everyone remembers the Boise State teams of old for their offense, the strength of this version of Boise State is actually defense. The Broncos have the 28th best defense in the country, according to F/+, and they’ll be going up against a San Diego State offense that ranks 108th in the nation. That doesn’t bode well for the Aztecs, who are going to need to play their best game of the season to be able to take down the Broncos.
Further reading
Read Mountain West Connection for more on the conference and One Bronco Nation Under God for more on Boise State.
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