Published November 1, 2026 · By the Goalorithm model desk
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Game report
The Boise State Broncos beat the Texas State Bobcats 46-45 in college football on Saturday, October 31. The Boise State Broncos had 29 first downs and held the ball for 37:01; the Texas State Bobcats finished with 16 first downs and 22:59 of possession. The winning margin was one point.
The numbers
The Boise State Broncos gained 484 total yards, with 367 net passing yards and 117 rushing yards. The Texas State Bobcats gained 429 total yards, including 327 net passing yards and 102 rushing yards.
The Boise State Broncos converted 56.2% of third downs and had 2 turnovers. The Texas State Bobcats converted 40% of third downs and had 1 turnover.
Top performers
For the Boise State Broncos, Maddux Madsen completed 24 of 33 passes for 236 yards, with a touchdown and an interception. The Boise State Broncos' Dylan Riley ran for 86 yards on 25 carries, with a touchdown, while the Boise State Broncos' Rasean Jones caught 9 passes for 117 yards, with 3 touchdowns. On defense, the Boise State Broncos' Mana Tuioti had an interception.