Boise State rallies to beat Texas State 46-45 after losing starter
Backup quarterback Max Cutforth threw three touchdowns to seal a late win, leaving senior starter Maddux Madsen's status uncertain.
By Gabriela Ivanov ·
Boise State defeated Texas State 46 to 45 on Saturday in a game that hinged on a late fourth-down stop.
The Broncos trailed after starting quarterback Maddux Madsen threw an interception and was knocked out of the game. His departure ended a streak of interceptions and allowed the Bobcats to build a lead.
Max Cutforth entered the game as the local product replacing the senior. Cutforth threw three touchdown passes, matching the opponent's scoring drive for drive. Freshman Rasean Jones led the receiving corps with 117 yards, including a long touchdown reception.
The running game struggled against a defensive line that limited Dylan Riley to 86 yards on 25 carries. This marked a departure from previous games where the ground attack dominated.
Texas State failed to convert on a critical fourth-down play near the end. Boise State took over on downs and ran out the remaining clock to secure the victory.
There is no confirmed update on Madsen's availability for next week or the rest of the season. The Broncos now hold a winning record despite the defensive and offensive challenges they faced in the final minutes.
