Boise State hammers Arizona State in Vegas Bowl behind big nights from Martin, Moore
by Kevan Lee on Dec 22, 2011 8:29 PM PST
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The Boise State Broncos made a statement in their 56-24 Las Vegas Bowl win over the Arizona State Sun Devils - that statement being "we are really good and should have been playing in a better bowl probably." The Boise State seniors went out on a high note with their 50th win coming in exciting, blowout fashion with three non-offensive touchdowns, big nights from Moore and Martin, and a stifling defensive effort. Pretty much par for the last four years, if you ask me.
Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments. A recap is after the jump.
Big plays
- Doug Martin's 100-yard kickoff return to open the game.
- Jamar Taylor's 100-yard-(plus) interception return for a touchdown.
- Byron Hout and Chase Baker's stops on goal-to-go from the one-yard line prior to Taylor's pick six.
- Travis Stanaway's 26-yard fumble return for a touchdown.
- Arizona State's Rashad Ross 98-yard kickoff return touchdown.
- Matt Miller touchdown pass to Kyle Efaw.
- Any Doug Martin run.
Hilarious plays
- Kirby Moore's failed attempt at a forward pass.
Statistics
Passing
Kellen Moore - 25-for-33, 269 yards, two TDs, two INTs
Brock Osweiler - 30-for-47, 395 yards, two TD, one INT
Rushing
Doug Martin - 31 carries, 151 yard, one TD
Receiving
Mitch Burroughs - 4 catches, 59 yards
Geraldo Boldewijn - 3 catches, 57 yards
Matt Miller - 4 catches, 32 yards, one TD
Gerell Robinson - 13 catches, 241 yards, one TD
Knee-jerk reactions
I have a sense that Boise State was pretty motivated coming into this game, perhaps due to a certain large group of seniors leaving or a certain BCS bowl slight ... A lot was made about Kellen Moore's final game, and Doug Martin did a great job reminding us that this was his last game, too ... Can't you just see Martin playing on NFL Sundays next season? ... Two big sticks by Lee Hightower and George Iloka on the Sun Devils' first drive really set the tone ...
Boise State may have allowed 384 yards to Arizona State, but those were the least effective 384 yards I have seen ... Shame Byron Hout's career is over; he seemed to really figure out MLB this year ... Good to have Jamar Taylor back, and that's an understatement ... Regardless of whether or not Arizona State should have ran the fourth down fade route or not, Brock Osweiler has to throw a better fade than that ...
Nice to see the Boise State defensive line go out on a high note ... Kirk Herbstreit loves Lee Hightower more than I do, which is saying something ... Classy move by Coach Pete to leave the seniors in all the way to the final whistle ...
Your turn
What did you think of Boise State's win? Were you as impressed by Doug Martin's running as the rest of America? Share your thoughts in the comments.
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I voted other...All the seniors.
I’m a little verklempt…
Kickers...whatya gonna do.
by Boise State of Mind on Dec 22, 2011 8:33 PM PST reply actions 1 recs
Me too.
My head told me to vote for Dougie and my heart told me to vote for Kellen…my mouse finger figured that everyone deserved credit, and no, that’s not a cop-out.
"Nobody likes it"
"I'm tired of even the BCS name"
"The whole thing needs to be changed."
-Coach Pete on the BCS.
by NYBroncosFan on Dec 23, 2011 5:15 AM PST up reply actions
I rec'd you.
And by rec, apparently I meant flag (sorry). I agree though, I’m going to miss ’em all.
by ThePhlipinSituation on Dec 23, 2011 6:53 AM PST up reply actions
Holy Crappola
I expected BSU to win, but not by that margin. I feel bad for Arizona State, they were playing one very PO’ed and motivated team (being shafted by the BCS again).
What a game!
Great way to send off Kellen, Doug and ALL of the seniors. Man, I’m gonna miss watching this group play all together. What a fantastic team
Thank you, Nick Adenhart. You will always be remembered. #34
by howiestheman on Dec 22, 2011 8:36 PM PST reply actions 1 recs
Voted for the Muscle Hamster
He had an incredible game. Career award goes to everyone’s favorite dorky Kellen Moore.
THANK YOU SENIORS!
Especially Kellen! 50-3, baby! We have truly been spoiled by their greatness.
Onwards and upwards to next year, hopefully we don’t get screwed over again!
Clippers // Chargers // Rays // Boise State
"The Lakers do win games. But things can change." - Blake Griffin
Wasn't really a big night for Moore
considering it was the last game he’ll ever start that anyone will ever care about (unless you count the CFL), I’m sure he would have liked it to go a bit differently for him.
Martin is legit though
Funny you should mention that
Took a look at Martin’s recruiting rankings at ESPN, and he was ranked as a one star athlete. I wonder how people feel about him now?
really?
BW off man….seriously? Go the BW away…we got screwed by college football again, vt, who we would destroy, is part of it….go away and let us enjoy the best ncaa qb of all time.
The Bulldogs had no answers, so they called timeout. And at that moment, every single person in the stadium knew that Georgia was in over its head. It was instant singularity of Boise State's greatness.
-Kevan Lee
by TooMuchYoung on Dec 22, 2011 8:43 PM PST via mobile up reply actions
Don't feed the troll
I am the BSU Guru. I know everything and anything about BSU, just ask me. Although I may need a minute…and an internet connection.
if i remember correctly, i came to this blog and acknowledged that BSU got royally screwed and VT in no way deserves to go to the Sugar Bowl
so you can drop that issue with me there.
Good for you.
That’s like announcing that 2+2=4 or that the sky is blue.
We’re still not impressed by you showing up after a big win and saying backhanded crap like how this is “the last game [Kellen will] ever start that anyone will ever care about (unless you count the CFL).” Troll.
Clippers // Chargers // Rays // Boise State
"The Lakers do win games. But things can change." - Blake Griffin
by 82-0 on Dec 22, 2011 8:50 PM PST up reply actions 1 recs
I am sure a lot of Troll-ish idiots said something logical at one time or another....
The Bulldogs had no answers, so they called timeout. And at that moment, every single person in the stadium knew that Georgia was in over its head. It was instant singularity of Boise State's greatness.
-Kevan Lee
by TooMuchYoung on Dec 22, 2011 8:52 PM PST up reply actions
Hahahahaha...
Enjoy getting your shit pushed in by Michisuck. I almost feel bad for you.
Clippers // Chargers // Rays // Boise State
"The Lakers do win games. But things can change." - Blake Griffin
by 82-0 on Dec 22, 2011 8:48 PM PST up reply actions 1 recs
Genius is hard to appreciate if you are ignorant.
I will not take the bait to give you attention VT89.
The only thing the BCS has to fear is fear itself and Blue is the color of fear.
I can't imagine he's too upset about it.
75% completions
269 yards
2 TD/ 2 picks
That’s a great night by any standard.
by **DRD** on Dec 22, 2011 8:54 PM PST via iPhone app up reply actions
Also, it wasn’t like his picks were badly thrown balls. One went through is receiver’s hands and the other was because his hand was hit, it happens. Likewise, if wouldn’t have been for 3-4 BSU drops he could’ve went 30 for 33 easily.
People will come Ray. The one constant through all the years, Ray, has been baseball. America has rolled by like an army of steamrollers. It has been erased like a blackboard, rebuilt and erased again. But baseball has marked the time. This field, this game: it's a part of our past, Ray. It reminds of us of all that once was good and it could be again.
Great game. Kudos and thanks to Herbstriet for acknowledging the Bronco's greatness.
by B.D.Bronco on Dec 22, 2011 8:43 PM PST reply actions 1 recs
I didn't see it, but I imagine it was Herbie acknowledging how good BSU has been with Moore as if it was the end of BSU's relevance
well, he’s wrong. BSU isn’t going away. Moore is more than replaceable as long as that coaching staff is there.
He was actually quite respectful and didn't mention once that BSU might be done.
In fact, he said that Boise/Coach Pete finds players that no one else wants, tells are too small, too slow, etc etc, but fits their system and works wonders. The way he was talking it sounded as if he expects BSU to continue to to be a contender.
It's just kind of the defense's thing this season...
No reason to get mad at it. I was just glad that Kellen got one more series to finish his career with a victory formation.
I am the BSU Guru. I know everything and anything about BSU, just ask me. Although I may need a minute…and an internet connection.
Meh.
I’m over the whole “we didn’t play perfectly the entire game” thing. Honestly, I would say this was one of the more “complete” games we played all season.
"Nobody likes it"
"I'm tired of even the BCS name"
"The whole thing needs to be changed."
-Coach Pete on the BCS.
by NYBroncosFan on Dec 23, 2011 5:19 AM PST up reply actions
A great end to a great era...
I’m kind of at a loss for words right now. Goodbye to the greatest senior class in Boise State history. It was fun and now we have to look forward to the future.
I am the BSU Guru. I know everything and anything about BSU, just ask me. Although I may need a minute…and an internet connection.
by BSU Guru on Dec 22, 2011 8:45 PM PST reply actions 1 recs
Herbie said he has "driven the bus for three years"
Love me some Herbie but Forde may have a problem with that statement!!!
The Bulldogs had no answers, so they called timeout. And at that moment, every single person in the stadium knew that Georgia was in over its head. It was instant singularity of Boise State's greatness.
-Kevan Lee
50-3
5 points away from 53-0, Impressive shoes to fill up for the classes coming up, I can’t wait to see what we have next year. Thanks Senior class.
The world is my country, all mankind are my brethren, and to do good is my religion.
Thomas Paine
Craig James is dead
He went to politics and I vote that he never be spoken of again on these message boards. Now that he is out of sight, out of mind I think we should make sure it stays that way. Think of him as Voldemort…he is now “He who must not be named”
by sundevil555 on Dec 22, 2011 9:10 PM PST up reply actions 1 recs
Not sure how reliable this is
But there is a rumor going around that Todd Graham watched the first half of the game and then left…even the new coach here in AZ couldn’t stomach that crap. On the bright side…another dominant victory.
He already took a new HC job at another university
(He’ll leave that a half hour after signing the contract.)
I don't believe in dibs, or love at first sight, or love, or best friends, or doing things.
by marktgarten on Dec 22, 2011 9:26 PM PST up reply actions 1 recs
Sorry Kellen ESPN can make you player of the game, but that is bs.
Doug Martin, YOU are the man.
"Boise State football is now a Fargo winter. You know what's coming, and that information does you no good whatsoever". Matt James / The Fresno Bee
301 all purpose yards
DOUGIE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
If by tomorrow you mean "9 months from now"
"Nobody likes it"
"I'm tired of even the BCS name"
"The whole thing needs to be changed."
-Coach Pete on the BCS.
by NYBroncosFan on Dec 23, 2011 5:21 AM PST up reply actions
Hey Boise Staters.....
Congrats on the terrific run – KM was the perfect QB for Petersen and the rest of the team, and he performed on and off the field with panache and style – and never once did he embarrass the state of Idaho, the city of Boise, his U, his coach or teammates, or you, the fans.
While I’m not a Boise State ‘fan’ I’ve greatly enjoyed watching Moore QB your teams and am proud y’all have done a great job representing the NW!
I hope KM has great success in the future as a QB, but no matter what the future brings, nothing will ever take away from his performance as a Bronco.
All the Best!
by ConfofChamps on Dec 22, 2011 9:32 PM PST reply actions 8 recs
Thank you, Kellen, Shea, Doug, George and Co.
For me, it is bittersweet. This was the best four years anybody could hope for, but I feel like this is the end of an era. Who knows what the future will bring? But whatever happens, the Kellen Moore Broncos will always be remembered by Bronco fans as great, maybe the greatest period in Boise State history.
I don't believe in dibs, or love at first sight, or love, or best friends, or doing things.
My 2 favorite series, opening kick off, & goal line stand/pick 6, Yahar!!!!
That was the most relaxing/fun bowl game I’ve ever seen. I really thought that ASU came to play. They may have, but our guys just methodically destroyed them, shut them down,and schooled them. Also, they did it with class…Regardless of where we should have been, what a way to finish their careers. 6-0 against AQ teams
If you ever wanted to see Boise St play...may be a good chance. Love em or Hate em, they are always interesting; and now, no matter where you live, "They're Coming To Your City"
6 or 7 of asu did come to play....
i almost felt bad for those guys…. their qb showed alot of heart imo….. but…. Our seniors put on a super sweet display…. i think after winning the dance contest doug decided he needed to upstage himself and show everyone who the best RB in the nation is! No question!
Rec'd, Its debatable whether we're the best team in the nation this year, but there is no doubt we've been the best team over the last 4 years... YEEOOWSA!
If you ever wanted to see Boise St play...may be a good chance. Love em or Hate em, they are always interesting; and now, no matter where you live, "They're Coming To Your City"
I think Hout played himself into an NFL job this year
He was unbelievable the second half of the season. If only he didn’t have to burn his redshirt year…
and Martin as well.
Didn’t hurt that the line played outstanding as well. Even I could run in those gaps.
My QB has an AWARD named after him. How about yours?!
Twitter: @damienbsu
by Grindhouse on Dec 23, 2011 5:29 AM PST via iPhone app up reply actions
great game.
Sad it had to end in this bowl game, but oh well. Here’s to seeing some food all-star games and combine efforts. My cfb season is done. Wake me when the sr game is on.
My QB has an AWARD named after him. How about yours?!
Twitter: @damienbsu
by Grindhouse on Dec 23, 2011 5:28 AM PST via iPhone app reply actions
One can only wonder
If BSU would’ve been paired up against one of “the big boy schools” this year in their bowl game. In a season where the BSU missed out on a high profile bowl game because their kicker choked for the 2nd consecutive year, we can only wonder how they would’ve done in a match up against anoither SEC team, a team from the big 12 or 10. Even a game against Houston would’ve been entertaining, until we get a playoff system and determine a credible champion, we’ll honestly never be able to answer any of that. I feel truly sorry for Oklahoma state as they got hosed by the BCS this year, now they truly got a taste of what teams like BSU, TCU, Utah and others have gotten. You have a great season but because you weren’t in fill in the blank conference or because your strength of schedule “wasn’t tough enough” or your loss is worse than another teams, you don’t get a chance to go head to head.
The BCS screwed Utah in 2008, BSU in 2009, TCU in 2010 and OSU this year, and many others in the previous years, what a great system. I’ll miss watching Kellen Moore on Saturday’s and wish him the best at the next level. Hopefully the move to the big east will open the door way for BSU to get ashot proving their worth
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