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Boise State vs. Troy: Who gets the edge and which players to watch in opener

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Though sophomore running back Alexander Mattison is the presumed starter, he missed a good portion of fall camp. Senior Ryan Wolpin has earned some serious playing time, but the duo had a combined 367 yards last season.

Troy allowed 3.4 yards per carry in 2016 (13th in the nation) and returns a group of defensive tackles that is among the best in the nation. The Trojans’ linebackers are inexperienced, but that line can make life a lot easier for them.

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