WHO GETS THE EDGE
When the Broncos run the ball ...
An important factor in Saturday’s game will be if Boise State’s top rusher, Alexander Mattison, can play. He has 1,074 yards on the season, and is averaging 100.9 yards per game his last nine. If his lower-leg injury keeps him out, it could be tough to get the run game going.
Oregon has been solid against the run, allowing 129.9 ypg on the ground, with only two teams (Washington and Stanford) going for more than 171 yards. When teams get moving, the Ducks have trouble stopping them, ranking 115th in red-zone defense.