At first glance, Oklahoma State’s non-conference slate for 2018 is anything but compelling. Missouri State is a yawn re-tread. And the most compelling thing about South Alabama’s trip to Stillwater in Week 2 is whether or not we hear any ironic “USA!” chants.
Then you come to Boise State, the somehow unsexy non-con opponent. Historically, the Broncos are just a stone’s throw away from toppling any Power 5 Goliath (except for that sweet, sweet 2007 Fiesta Bowl.) That’s why it’s a little hard to understand why more don’t have this game circled on their calendar as at least intriguing if not a sneaky trap game for the retooling Pokes.