The Broncos were a dominating 36-3 from 2002-04, and finished in the top 25 all three seasons. But following 2005's average campaign, Hawkins chose to leave for Colorado and his successor was chosen in house. New head coach Chris Peterson was Boise's offensive coordinator during Hawkins' tenure.
On offense, Jared Zabransky returns for his senior campaign and hopes to make amends for an inconsistent 2005. The offensive line, one of the Western Athletic Conference's best, should improve on last year's numbers. The wide receivers are the most experienced unit Boise State's had in a long time. The Broncos' offense should easily match or better last year's points per game total of 36.
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Boise State also looks solid on Special Teams and should again be one of the country's best as both kickers return with a strong return game.
The Broncos had some disappointments last season with their home winning streak was halted in the MPC Computers Bowl vs. Boston College, and they lost their first WAC game in 31 tries in Fresno. But they shared a piece of the WAC Title, and enter 2006 rejuvenated. Depending on how the new coaching staff performs, the Boise State Broncos has the players and the schedule to take a strong run at a BCS Bowl.
