Boise State FootballSunday, November 8
A win over Oregon State would clinch Boise State's spot in the Pac-12 title game
The Daily Boise team
If you're tracking the playoff picture, Boise State is 8-1 and riding an eight-game winning streak and the highest-ranked Group of 6 team in the initial bracket. Beating Oregon State at home next weekend would clinch a Pac-12 title game spot and home field.
No. 12seed for Boise State in the initial 12-team playoff bracket
The Broncos are the highest-ranked Group of 6 team, which sets up a projected first-round road game at No. 5 Alabama.
Source: Idaho Statesman
The College Football Playoff committee credited road wins at Memphis, Fresno State and Western Michigan, and chair Hunter Yuracheck said it has “a great deal of respect” for the Broncos. At quarterback, Danielson said Madsen is “our quarterback” when healthy and that he's “really confident” Madsen will be available against Oregon State.
Three regular-season games remain for Boise State
| Opponent | What to know |
|---|---|
| Oregon State | Next weekend at home; win clinches title game spot |
| San Diego State | Beat the Broncos 17-7 last year |
| Flex game | Opponent not yet announced |
Sources: Idaho Statesman, Idaho Press
- CFP ranking: No. 25 this week
- Final rankings and bracket: Dec. 6
- Highest-ranked Group of 6 team: Boise State
Sources: Idaho Statesman, The Lewiston Tribune, Idaho Press