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The first play in college football will look different, but it may not change much for Boise State

Kickoffs in college football as we knew them for years are changing — but Boise State likely will not see a big shift in how it handles them.

Returners can now field the ball with a fair catch, like they can on a punt, anywhere inside the 25-yard line, and his team’s offense will start its drive at the 25. The hope is to eliminate some risky situations with players storming downfield with a 50-plus yard head of steam.

So, it has to be a big topic of discussion for the Broncos’ kickoff specialist?

“Really not too much,” sophomore Joel Velazquez said.