Boise State Favored to Host San Diego State in Crucial Mountain West Clash

The No. 15 Boise State Broncos are set to host the San Diego State Aztecs in a key Mountain West conference matchup on Friday, November 1, 2024, at Albertsons Stadium in Boise, Idaho. The game is scheduled to kick off at 8 p.m. ET and will be broadcast on Fox Sports 1.

Boise State, led by sophomore running back Ashton Jeanty, who is currently fourth in the Heisman Trophy odds, enters the game with a strong 6-1 record and a 3-0 mark in the Mountain West. Jeanty has been instrumental, carrying 159 times for 1,376 yards and 18 touchdowns this season. The Broncos are on a five-game winning streak, most recently defeating UNLV 29-24 last week.

San Diego State, under coach Sean Lewis, comes into the game with a 3-4 overall record and a 2-0 mark in the Mountain West. The Aztecs are looking to bounce back from a narrow 29-26 loss to Washington State last week. Freshman quarterback Danny O’Neil and fifth-year senior running back Marquez Cooper are key players for the Aztecs. Cooper has carried 169 times for 748 yards and eight touchdowns this season.

The Broncos are favored by 23.5 points, with the over/under set at 57 points. Historically, Boise State holds a narrow lead in the series with a 5-4 record against San Diego State. The game will be a test for both teams, particularly highlighting the matchup between Boise State’s potent offense, led by quarterback Maddux Madsen, and San Diego State’s defensive front.

For San Diego State to have a chance, they will need to avoid an early onslaught by the Broncos, protect their quarterback, and manage to limit penalties, which have cost them games this season. The Aztecs also need to find ways to disrupt Madsen and the Boise State offense, which has been highly effective this season.

Fans can watch the game on FS1 or through various live streaming services. The contest is significant for both teams, with Boise State aiming to continue their winning streak and San Diego State seeking to upset a highly ranked opponent.