Oregon State Beavers Prepare for Crucial Matchup Against Boise State Broncos
The Oregon State Beavers (5-6) are set to face off against the 11th-ranked Boise State Broncos (10-1) this Saturday at 9 a.m. at Albertsons Stadium in Boise, Idaho. The matchup carries significant implications for the Beavers, who seek to secure bowl eligibility with a win, aiming to improve to 6-6 for the season.
Oregon State enters the contest under the leadership of first-year head coach Trent Bray, who has a balanced history against Boise, holding a 3-1 record as a player and coordinator. The Beavers have shown resilience, particularly in close games, boasting a record of 3-0 in contests decided by seven points or less this season.
The Beavers excel in fourth-down conversions, ranking third nationally with 21 successful attempts out of 37. Their offensive strength has been driven by key players, including Trent Walker, who leads the team with 77 receptions, and Anthony Hankerson, just 28 yards shy of a 1,000-yard rushing season.
Oregon State has historical momentum, holding a 6-4 series advantage over Boise. Their last victory against a ranked opponent came recently against then-No. 25 Washington State, and they aim for back-to-back wins against top-25 teams for the first time since 2012.
For the Beavers to extend their postseason streak to four consecutive bowl games, they must capitalize on their recent success at Reser Stadium, where they concluded the season with a 4-3 home record. The game will be broadcast on FOX, and fans can listen via available platforms. The anticipation builds as Oregon State prepares to clash with the Broncos in a pivotal showdown.
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