When the Broncos run the ball
Friday’s 24-17 win over Fresno State gave Boise State a much-needed boost of confidence in its rushing attack, behind Alexander Mattison’s 144 yards. Though the Broncos are 84th nationally in rushing yards per game (152.7), Mattison is 130 yards shy of 1,000.
The Lobos are 98th nationally in rush defense, allowing 201.1 ypg and 24 TDs on the ground. Boise State has struggled to break long runs, but New Mexico has allowed nine of 30 yards or more. Opponents are 7-0 when running the ball 40 or more times on the Lobos.