Riley Recognized as Mountain West Freshman of the Week
9/23/2024 9:59:00 AM | Football
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – Dylan Riley continued the tradition of Boise State running backs winning conference awards, earning Mountain West Freshman of the Week honors for his performance against Portland State. The true freshman carried the ball six times for 96 yards and two touchdowns in his collegiate debut, helping the Broncos defeat the Vikings, 56-14.
Riley capped a 10-play Boise State drive with a 2-yard touchdown in the third quarter, his fourth touch of the drive. In the fourth quarter, he put the finishing touches on the Broncos' offensive outburst, running for a 64-yard touchdown on the first play of the drive. The tailback averaged 16.0 yards per carry, picking up three first downs, as well as 47 yards after contact. He also had a 13-yard reception. The Broncos totaled 609 yards of offense, including 342 on the ground.
Riley is the third Bronco running back to earn a MW weekly award this season. Ashton Jeanty was named Offensive Player of the Week on Sept. 2 and Sept. 9 while Sire Gaines was tabbed Freshman of the Week on Sept. 2.
Boise State is ranked 25th in this week's AP Poll, the Broncos' first time cracking the top 25 since 2020. The Broncos host Washington State on The Blue at 8 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 28. The Cougars received votes in the AP Poll and sit one ranking behind Boise State.
THREE GAME MINI-PLANS
Boise State's Athletic Ticket Office has two great options as part of the 2024 football mini-plans. Both options include three home games for one low price starting at $99. One package includes games against Washington State, Oregon State and San Diego State while the other includes home games against Washington State, San Diego State and Nevada. Fans wishing to purchase their mini-plans for the 2024 season can do so online by clicking here or by calling the Athletic Ticket Office at 208-426-4737.
SINGLE GAME TICKETS
While the first three games are sold out, single-game tickets remain for the final three home games for as low as $25. Fans can purchase single-game tickets online at BroncoSports.com, over the phone with the Boise State Athletic Ticket Office at (208) 426-4737, or in person at the Boise State Athletic Ticket Office located at the southwest corner of Albertsons Stadium.
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Led by Spencer Danielson in his first full season, Boise State looks to become the first Mountain West program to win back-to-back championships since San Diego State did so in 2015-16. Achieving such a feat will put Boise State in the discussion for the new, expanded, 12-team College Football Playoff format beginning this fall. Last year, Danielson became the first coach in college football history to win a conference championship with an interim title.
For complete coverage of Boise State Football, download the Bronco Sports App or follow the team on social media on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter/X.
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Riley capped a 10-play Boise State drive with a 2-yard touchdown in the third quarter, his fourth touch of the drive. In the fourth quarter, he put the finishing touches on the Broncos' offensive outburst, running for a 64-yard touchdown on the first play of the drive. The tailback averaged 16.0 yards per carry, picking up three first downs, as well as 47 yards after contact. He also had a 13-yard reception. The Broncos totaled 609 yards of offense, including 342 on the ground.
Riley is the third Bronco running back to earn a MW weekly award this season. Ashton Jeanty was named Offensive Player of the Week on Sept. 2 and Sept. 9 while Sire Gaines was tabbed Freshman of the Week on Sept. 2.
Boise State is ranked 25th in this week's AP Poll, the Broncos' first time cracking the top 25 since 2020. The Broncos host Washington State on The Blue at 8 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 28. The Cougars received votes in the AP Poll and sit one ranking behind Boise State.
THREE GAME MINI-PLANS
Boise State's Athletic Ticket Office has two great options as part of the 2024 football mini-plans. Both options include three home games for one low price starting at $99. One package includes games against Washington State, Oregon State and San Diego State while the other includes home games against Washington State, San Diego State and Nevada. Fans wishing to purchase their mini-plans for the 2024 season can do so online by clicking here or by calling the Athletic Ticket Office at 208-426-4737.
SINGLE GAME TICKETS
While the first three games are sold out, single-game tickets remain for the final three home games for as low as $25. Fans can purchase single-game tickets online at BroncoSports.com, over the phone with the Boise State Athletic Ticket Office at (208) 426-4737, or in person at the Boise State Athletic Ticket Office located at the southwest corner of Albertsons Stadium.
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Led by Spencer Danielson in his first full season, Boise State looks to become the first Mountain West program to win back-to-back championships since San Diego State did so in 2015-16. Achieving such a feat will put Boise State in the discussion for the new, expanded, 12-team College Football Playoff format beginning this fall. Last year, Danielson became the first coach in college football history to win a conference championship with an interim title.
For complete coverage of Boise State Football, download the Bronco Sports App or follow the team on social media on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter/X.
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