This was always going to be the day we found out how good the 2018 Boise State football team could be.
The answer was downright ugly.
The No. 17 Broncos’ offensive line was overmatched, their cornerbacks were beaten repeatedly in key moments, the defense never created a spark and the special teams were an abomination in a 44-21 loss at No. 24 Oklahoma State.
The Broncos won’t face a team with Oklahoma State’s talent level again at least until bowl season. But the problems that arose Saturday must be addressed as they get ready for Mountain West play, which begins Sept.