No. 22 Boise State just showed the new Pac-12 exactly what they’re bringing to the table, absolutely shutting down Utah State 37-18 in their inaugural conference game on Saturday. This wasn’t just a win; it was a statement, with Maddux Madsen slinging it for 244 yards and two touchdowns, and Dylan Riley punching in two more scores on the ground.
The 90-Game Rule That Tells The Story
Forget the final score for a second, because here’s the stat that should have the rest of the Pac-12 sweating: Boise State has now won 90 consecutive games when they score 35 or more points. That streak goes all the way back to 2011, a wild run that dates back to a tough 36-35 home loss to TCU. Think about that for a second, 90 straight wins when they hit 35 points. It’s a mentality, a guaranteed W if their offense gets rolling, and it’s exactly what happened Saturday. Madsen went 17-of-21, a super efficient night, and those two touchdown passes were clutch. Riley’s two rushing TDs just iced it. The Broncos are now 4-1 on the season, making their debut in the AP Top 25, and they haven’t lost since dropping one to then-No. 2 Oregon in the season opener. They’ve also won 11 straight against Utah State, and 12 in a row at home against them. This team knows how to win, especially when it counts.
Early Punches and a Rough Road for the Aggies
Boise State came out swinging, marching 89 yards in just six plays on their opening drive, capping it off with Riley’s 5-yard rushing touchdown to go up 7-0. Later, Jake Ripp snagged an interception and took it 21 yards to the house, pushing the lead to 28-7 late in the second quarter. Utah State did show some flashes, with Javen Jacobs breaking off a massive 63-yard rush, then catching a 1-yard touchdown pass from Grady Brosterhous. Kian Afrookhte also hit a 28-yard field goal right as halftime expired, making it 28-10 at the break. But it just wasn’t enough. Utah State is now 1-4, and it’s been a tough road for them, their previous three losses coming against teams with a combined 11-1 record: Idaho State, Washington, and Utah.
Boise State rolls into next Saturday’s game at Fresno State on a massive high, showing the conference they are for real. Utah State has to pick themselves up fast, hosting Washington State this Friday.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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