The Boise State Broncos college football team hasn't played a down in the Mountain West Conference and already 2011 College Football Predictions experts and media members covering MWC football have picked them favorites to win their first league championship. Of course predictions don't always go as planned but from looking at the league it doesn't appear there's anything better. There will be plenty of teams in the MWC that will be happy to strap it on with the Broncos; its just unlikely any of them will be successful.
Boise State posted a 12-1 overall mark in 2010 finishing the season ranked No. 7 in the USA-Today/Coaches poll and 10 by the AP. The Broncos begin their 2011 campaign ranked No. 7 in the Coaches Poll and No. 5 by the AP.
The Broncos return six starters from an offensive unit that was ranked second in the nation last year in both total offense that averaged over 45-points per game. Seven starters return for the Boise State defense, which ranked second nationally in both total defense and points allowed.
Boise State is balanced in all areas of the team. Senior Quarterback Kellen Moore is on every major awards watch list including the Heisman Trophy. The Broncos also boast of placing seven players on the preseason All-MWC team, including two anchors on the offensive line, Thomas Byrd and Nate Porter. While the offense gets plenty of attention, the Broncos would not have achieved their level of success without a quality defense. Leading the nationally ranked defensive unit are two defensive line preseason All-MWC picks Shea McClellin and Billy Winn.
Boise State will be tested early when they travel to Atlanta for a Sept. 3 game with traditional SEC power Georgia in the Chick fil’ A Classic at the Georgia Dome. The Broncos have never defeated a team from the powerful Southeastern Conference, but that might change this year. Betting odds at off shore sportsbook BetOnline.com list the Broncos as -3.0 favorites for the game.
Boise State Broncos College Football Predictions and Odds
Total Boise State wins: 10.5 Over (-150) Under (+120)
Boise State BCS odds: +1200
