Blog Swap

We teamed up with BlueTurfNation.com, a Boise State blog site, for a blog swap. Below are our questions for BTN, and their answers:


Expectations are high in Boise, with the chance of playing in the BCS National Championship Game being floated around. This could be a recipe for overlooking opponents that are not in BCS AQ conferences, yet Boise State has outscored those opponents 110-6 so far this year. How has Coach Petersen been able to keep their focus up for these games when they are favored by large spreads?


Well lets start with "Expectations". Boise State does not expect to play in the BCS National Championship game. The players and coaching staff know it is not in their hands, so they have a philosophy of taking things one game at a time and letting the chips fall as they will. The Broncos may have overlooked teams in past years but this team - Not a chance. Coach Pete really puts an emphasis on the next game and the players all have bought in to this. As for why are they favored by such large margins? Success with large margins and the field of opponents warranting such margins.


Boise State quarterback Kellen Moore has put up "video game" like numbers the last couple of years. Has there been talk of him leaving early for the NFL?


If Boise State makes it to The Big Show, I would think that Kellen may explore his options. If they play in a lesser Bowl, them most likely not. I think he'll finish his collegiate career then move on to Sunday appearances.


What can Rocket fans expect from Boise State this Saturday?


The most aggressive team they have faced to date. They will strike fast and keep after it until it's time to bring in the bench. What can you expect from the bench? These are the future of the program and they are every bit as hungry and every bit as aggressive.


For the Rocket fans that are traveling to Boise for this game, what are the "must-see" places in Boise?


You mean besides the Blue Turf? The stadium is open to the public for photos (check with The Athletic Office for more information).The Train Depot, it has some of the best views of the Boise Skyline, Foothills and The State Capital. A hike up Table Rock can always be fun if you are into that sort of thing.


What is your prediction for Saturday's game?


Boise 45 Toledo 9. I think The rockets will most likely have difficulty with the red zone defense and will settle for a few field goals.