UCF vs Boise State Prediction - College Football Picks 9/9/23

The UCF Knights and Boise State Broncos face off on Saturday in a Week 2 college football showdown at Albertsons Stadium. 

Is it Going to be a Down Season for Boise State?

There are some concerns about how Boise State is going to perform this season, and if the first game was an indication it could be a long season for them. Boise State opened up the season against Washington and it got ugly. At the end of the first quarter they were up 6-0 and there was some hope for Boise State. In the second quarter though they gave up 28 points and there was no hope as they were defeated 56-19. Taylen Green struggled and he completed 19 of his 39 passes for 244 yards, one touchdown, and two interceptions. One of the only bright spots was Ashton Jeanty and he caught four passes for 109 yards and a touchdown.

Boise State Betting Trends

• Boise State has won 31 of its last 38 games against non-AP-ranked teams at Albertsons Stadium.
• Boise State has failed to cover the spread in seven of its last eight games against non-conference opponents.
• Five of Boise State's last six games at Albertsons Stadium have gone OVER the total points line.

Can UCF Complete in Big 12?

If the first game is any indication, maybe UCF can compete in the Big 12. UCF faced off against Kent State in the first game of the season and they were able to secure the 56-6 victory. UCF scored 14 points in each of the quarters. Under center for UCF is John Rhys Plumlee and although he made some mistakes he still finished with a big game. Plumlee completed 22 of his 30 passes for 281 yards, three touchdowns, and two interceptions. Running back Johnny Richardson finished with 12 carries for 100 yards. Wide receiver Xavier Townsend caught five passes for 81 yards and a touchdown.