Boise State kept Heisman Trophy candidate Rashaad Penny in check like no defense had done this season.
Through six games, the San Diego State running back ranked second in the nation 993 yards on 143 carries. He also has two receiving touchdowns and a kickoff return touchdown.
But against the Broncos, Penny was limited to 53 yards and one touchdown on 21 touches — an average of 2.5 yards per carry. The Broncos have not allowed an opposing player to rush for 100 yards in a game this season.
“Hats off to them,” San Diego State quarterback Christian Chapman said.