Trey Houchin: USD's night in Boise proves the Coyotes are ready for what comes next
Sep. 20—BOISE, Idaho — The scoreboard will say South Dakota lost. It will say Boise State 38, South Dakota 24. But for 57 minutes Saturday night inside a loud Albertsons Stadium, the scoreboard told only part of the story. The Coyotes walked into Boise facing a Group of 6 FBS program with high aspirations, a veteran quarterback and the kind of home-field environment that has swallowed up ...
Boise State claimed a 38-24 victory over South Dakota in a tightly contested football match at Albertsons Stadium. The game, which took place on September 20, demonstrated that USD's Coyotes have the potential to compete against FBS programs. Coach Matt Vitzthum was proud of his team for displaying resilience and a strong belief in each other throughout the game.
Despite the loss, the coach hopes that the experience will help his players grow and develop, especially redshirt freshman quarterback Austyn Modrzewski. The Coyotes showcased a strong offensive performance, with quarterback Modrzewski throwing for 970 yards and 14 touchdowns on the season through four games. Defensively, they kept the Broncos' offense in check with several sacks and tackles.
The team's ability to stay composed under pressure and their strong identity were evident in their performance, making USD a formidable opponent for future games in the Missouri Valley Football Conference.
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