Boise State Fires Coach Ahead of Challenging Matchup with Utah State
Boise State is gearing up to face Utah State in the second to last game of the year. Both teams come in with a 5-5 record, and while Utah State has won their last two
Game outlook
Boise State is gearing up to face Utah State in the second to last game of the year. Both teams come in with a 5-5 record, and while Utah State has won their last two matches, Boise State recently fired their head coach and is now being led by an interim. Despite this change, the Broncos are favored to win this matchup and potentially secure bowl eligibility. Kickoff for the game is scheduled at 7 PM EST on Saturday with the current line standing at Boise St. -3.5.
Game Info
When: Saturday, 11/18/2023 @ 7:00pm EST
Where: Merlin Olsen Field at Maverik Stadium Stadium Betting Odds Moneyline: Broncos -170 | Aggies +145
Spread: Broncos -3.5 (-110) | Aggies +3.5 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 64.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Boise St. will win straight-up is 63%.
Boise St. Broncos
Their last game resulted in a 42-14 win against New Mexico, with quarterback Maddux Madsen throwing for 202 yards and two touchdowns, while running back George Holani ran for 95 yards and two touchdowns. Currently, Boise St. is led in total tackles by Marco Notarainni, who has 53 and the most sacks are handled by Ahmed Hassanein at 9. With two games remaining until a potential bowl game, Boise St. has fired their third year head coach, Andy Avalos.
Utah State Aggies Analysis
The Aggies have won their last two games against San Diego State and Nevada and are 3-2 (4-1 ATS) when playing at home this season. Cooper Legas has thrown for 1687 yards and 18 touchdowns in the season, and Rahsul Faison is the lead rusher with an average of 6.9 yards per carry. MJ Tafisi Jr. leads the defense with 108 total tackles while Paul Fitzgerald contributed 5 sacks and Ike Larsen collected 4 interceptions.