When the Broncos run the ball
Though their 121 yards rushing last Saturday at Air Force were the third-fewest this season, it felt like a step forward since junior Alexander Mattison had a season-high 136 yards. Still, Boise State is 82nd nationally, averaging 154.4 rushing yards per game.
Boise State coach Bryan Harsin made sure to note that BYU’s defense is one of the largest around, including a 340-pound nose tackle and a 6-foot-9 end/linebacker. The Cougars are 45th in rush defense (141.9 ypg) and one of 13 teams to now allow a run of 40 yards.