Penn State Nittany Lions vs. Boise State Broncos 12/31/24 – A highly awaited encounter will take place at the Fiesta bowl as the Boise State Broncos (12-1) square off against the Penn State Nittany Lions (12-2) at the quarterfinal stage. Lansing invites this game after suffering a loss against their conference title, whereas Boise State has a winning streak of 10 games heading into this key stage. One can catch this game on ESPN. The Fiesta bowl is scheduled to begin on Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at 7:30 PM ET at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona.
Penn State Nittany Lions vs. Boise State Broncos 12/31/24
| When: | Tuesday, December 31, 2024, at 7:30 PM ET |
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| Where: | State Farm Stadium, Glendale, Arizona |
| TV: | ESPN |
| Stream: | NFL+/ SofaScore |
| Team | SP/RL | TOTAL | ML | |
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| Nittany Lions | -11.5 (-110) | 53.5 Over (-110) | -500 |  |
| Broncos | +11.5 (-110) | 53.5 Under (-110) | +360 | |
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CFP Quarterfinal
7:30 PM ET on ESPN#WeAre x #CFBPlayoff pic.twitter.com/GeJ8tTc5MM— Penn State Football (@PennStateFball) December 31, 2024
Penn State’s -500 moneyline and 11.5-point spread reflect their dominance as favorites. Boise State’s +360 moneyline and the 53.5-point total suggest an intriguing mix of elite offense and defense. Bettors may find value in Penn State’s consistency, but Boise State’s upset potential cannot be ignored, especially with their impressive rushing attack.
Drew Allar QB vs. Maddux Madsen QB
Drew Allar has emerged as the standout playmaker for Penn State, registering a staggering 3,021 yards of passing and 21 touchdown passes in the current season. His 68.5% completion rate together with 8.7 yards per attempted pass are indicators of his proficiency and capacity to make big plays. Seven interceptions later, it is crucial for Allar to make sound decisions while playing against Boise State’s crafty defense.
To counter this, Boise State has Maddux Madsen, who has been able to record 2,714 literary yards and 22 passing touchdowns. While Madsen’s completion rate (62%) does not come close to Allar’s rate, we have to keep in mind that he only has three interceptions for the season. Madsen’s ability to stay calm under pressure and spray the ball should come in handy for Boise State when going up against a strong defense from Penn State.
Nittany Lions’ Balanced Force
Penn State had an excellent last week winning against Maryland and Southern Methotist University easily. They have also been productive when it comes to their offense with Nicholas Singleton being the most productive in rushes with 928 yards and 8TDs. Harrison Wallace III has also been productive in the offensive play notching up 16 yards per reception. Penn State has good defensive abilities too as they have conceded less than 15 points in the last three out of the five games they played. This has to be the key reason to their success.
Broncos Relying on a Dominant Ground Game
While retaining a very dominating rushing offense, Boise State attended the playoffs wire to wire with a 12-1 record. The highlight of the team is Ashton Jeanty who has already scored 2,497 yards rushing with a total of 29 touchdowns. On the other hand, out of 837 receiving yards Cameron Camper is expected to provide Boise State with good balance when needed. But apart from that, there is a huge task for their defense in regard to neutralize the Penn State’s dynamic and versatile offense.
Trends
Penn State Nittany Lions Betting Trends
Penn State are 4-2 ATS in their last 6 games.
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Penn State’s last 5 games.
Penn State are 12-0 SU in their last 12 games as favorites.
Boise State Broncos Betting Trends
Boise State are 10-0 SU in their last 10 games.
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Boise State’s last 7 games.
Boise State are 1-6 ATS in their last 7 December games.
Penn State Nittany Lions vs. Boise State Broncos Betting Prediction
The presence of an experienced player like Drew Allar and the cohesiveness of the team allows the Nittany Lions to play with purposeful aggression as the synergy of their offense and defense has the potential needed to surpass that of Boise State. First off, the Penn State squad appears to be quite athletic. While there is some merit to this argument, I believe they will face real issues against the Nittany Lions’ cover – since it’s-11.5, the spread is going to be hard to break. The Achilles heel of other teams will be contesting against the tenacity of the Nittany Lions.
There is value in the set total of 53.5 since I believe there is evidence of efficiency in the attack of the Penn State team, expect to consider the 4.00 mark. And of course, people will take the opportunity to place bets and possibly win big by betting on Jeanty’s rushing yards or trying their luck in the spread bet on Drew Allar’s touchdowns.
Score Prediction: Penn State Nittany Lions 38, Boise State Broncos 24.
Hilbert Mayer
Sports Writer
Hilbert Mayer is a professional sports writer, betting analyst, and content strategist with over 15 years of experience in the sports industry. Before focusing on sports betting analysis and handicapping, Hilbert worked as a sports writer for various news outlets, covering everything from game recaps to in-depth matchup features. Today, he specializes in MLB, NFL, March Madness, and UFC betting, combining his journalistic background with deep statistical expertise and real-world betting insights. His proven track record, sharp reads, and ability to break down complex matchups make him a trusted voice among both casual bettors and seasoned sharps.
Published on: December 31, 2024
Last updated: March 26, 2025