MOSCOW, Idaho - The preseason hype for this game has proved to be well-founded and ESPN2 comes to Bozeman for a match up with two top-10 teams. Both teams have wins against Mountain West opponents, but the Vandals are more battle tested with the second-ranked strength of schedule according to Massey Computer Rankings while MSU's strength of schedule is ranked 76th. The Vandals have a top-ranked defense while MSU brings in a top-ranked offense.
ABOUT IDAHO: The Vandals' six opponents have either been ranked FCS teams or FBS opponents with four of the six on the road, leaving Idaho 4-2 after the tough stretch.