Boise State and Oregon State “boasted” identical 7-5 regular season records last season although I can let you guess who was happier about their record (Beavs were 2-5 the previous year). The Beavers finished their season with a bowl loss to MWC Champ Utah State while the Broncos were forced to opt-out of their scheduled Arizona Bowl appearance vs Central Michigan. Both teams want to wash that taste out of their mouths (tastes a little like vinaigrette).
2. Home warriors, road worriers
Oregon State did their best Jekyll and Hyde impersonation at home and on the road last season.