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Clash at Allegiant Stadium: Boise State Broncos vs UNLV Rebels in College Football Showdown

As the Boise State Broncos prepare to face off against the UNLV Rebels at Allegiant Stadium, fans are eagerly anticipating what promises to be an electrifying game of football. The Broncos, coming off a strong performance on November 24th against the Air Force Falcons with a 27-19 victory, have shown they can maintain possession and control the clock effectively. With a possession time of 29 minutes and 2 seconds and an average gain of 7.4 yards per play, their offense has been both efficient and explosive.


Oct 24, 2020; Boise, Idaho, USA;  Boise State Broncos quarterback Hank Bachmeier (19) fakes handoff to running back George Holani (24) during the first half versus the Utah State Aggies at Albertsons Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Losness-USA TODAY Sports

The defense was equally impressive in that game, recording three sacks and forcing two fumbles while holding their opponents to under 20 points. This defensive prowess was not an anomaly; it's been consistent throughout recent games. On November 19th against Utah State Aggies, they dominated with nine sacks and two interceptions in a commanding 45-10 win.


Boise State's rushing attack has been particularly devastating for opponents. During their November 12th encounter with New Mexico Lobos, they amassed a total of 219 rushing yards with an average of over five yards per carry. This ground dominance is complemented by their ability to execute in critical situations – boasting red zone efficiency rates as high as eighty percent.


While the Broncos' stats are formidable, it would be remiss not to acknowledge the challenge posed by the UNLV Rebels who will have home-field advantage at Allegiant Stadium. The Rebels will undoubtedly look to leverage this advantage along with any strategic insights gleaned from Boise State's past performances.


However, given Boise State's recent form – especially considering their balanced attack combining both air raids led by precise quarterback play (with completion percentages peaking around seventy-six percent) and relentless ground games – it seems likely that they'll carry this momentum into Las Vegas.


Fans should mark their calendars for December 2nd when these two teams collide under the bright lights at eight o'clock PM local time (20:00). It’s set up to be a thrilling contest that could very well hinge on whether Boise State can continue its robust defensive showings while exploiting any weaknesses in UNLV’s armor. Those unable to attend can catch all the action live on FOX where every down will matter in this high-stakes college football battle.

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