Boise State football just got hit with a major announcement ahead of their Saturday clash against Colorado State, but Bronco Nation, don’t panic yet. Quarterback Maddux Madsen, who’s been lighting it up, is officially out for the game. But seriously, hold the collective breath: the long-term outlook for his knee injury is way better than you might think at first glance.
Madsen Sidelined for Colorado State, But It’s a “Minor” Thing
Yeah, it’s a bummer, and nobody wants to see their starting QB on the bench. College football insider Pete Thamel from ESPN broke the news on X, stating that Madsen will indeed miss the Colorado State game this Saturday duealing with a “minor knee injury.” Coach Spencer Danielson hasn’t had an easy ride keeping this ship steady, and losing Madsen for any amount of time is a challenge. Shaun Goodwin, also on X, reported that Madsen didn’t even practice on Thursday, even though he was technically listed as “questionable.” Goodwin wasn’t banking on him starting, and it looks like his gut feeling was spot on. This isn’t just speculation, it’s confirmed.
Day-to-Day: The Best News Broncos Fans Could Ask For
Here’s the real kicker, the part that should make every Boise State fan exhale: Thamel also confirmed that the Boise State staff expects Madsen back to start *next week* against Oregon State! That’s right, next week! Coach Danielson himself said it earlier in the week, straight up. He told 247 Sports, “Great news to make sure Maddux is not going to be out long-term. Going to be day-to-day, which is phenomenal for him and for our program. I think he’s one of the best quarterbacks in the entire country.” The relief is palpable, knowing this isn’t some season-ending nightmare. Madsen’s knee injury, which he picked up in last Saturday’s wild 46-45 win over Texas State, is serious enough to keep him out for a game, but nothing more.
What’s Next for the Broncos’ Offense?
So, with Madsen resting up and getting ready for Oregon State, who’s stepping up? Max Cutforth is set to lead the Broncos’ offense against Colorado State on Saturday evening. It’s a huge opportunity for Cutforth to prove what he can do and keep the team rolling. The immediate stakes are clear: get a win against Colorado State without your star QB, and then get ready for Madsen to rejoin the action next week. It’s a testament to the coaching staff’s confidence and Madsen’s speedy recovery that they’re already looking forward to his return so quickly. Let’s get through Saturday, Bronco Nation, because the future is looking bright!
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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