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Boise State Broncos vs BYU Cougars Wrap - BYU Wins 28-25
Matt Bushman caught 5 passes for 101 yards against the Boise State defense as BYU handed the Broncos a 28-25 loss on Saturday at LaVell Edwards Stadium.
Bettors who backed the Cougars were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +7.0 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 44.5.
Sione Finau rushed for 89 yards, while Lopini Katoa added 37 yards in the win. Matt Bushman and Talon Shumway added 101 and 74 receiving yards respectively.
George Holani rushed for 97 yards for Boise State, while Chase Cord added 30 yards. Chase Cord threw for 185 yards for the Broncos, while receivers Octavius Evans and John Bates had 77 and 39 yards respectively.
Boise State outgained BYU 359-342 yards in the game, while the battle of first downs was won 25-16 by the Broncos.
BYU lost the time of possession battle 30:26-29:34, leaving their defense on the field more than they wanted.
BYU heads into a Week 10 battle against Utah State. Boise State, meanwhile, will have their next action against San Jose State.