Boise State rises to 24th in playoff rankings ahead of Oregon State

Boise State enters Saturday’s game against Oregon State ranked 24th in the College Football Playoff rankings. This position places the Broncos above every other team competing for the final available playoff slot. The ranking was released by the selection committee on Tuesday.

The program also holds high standing in the traditional polls for Week 11. Boise State appears at number 17 in the AP Poll, which is the highest ranking of the season. They are listed at number 18 in the Coaches Poll. While these lists track general perception, the playoff ranking determines the actual bracket spots.

The Broncos currently hold the guaranteed playoff position for the highest-ranked non-power conference team. This distinction offers a clear path to the postseason if the ranking holds. Last season, Boise State was not ranked after the pre-season lists were issued, marking a sharp contrast to this year’s trajectory.

The matchup gains national attention with the arrival of College GameDay. The pre-game show has announced Boise as its next destination for the Oregon State contest. The presence of the broadcast crew adds visibility to the contest on a major stage.

Oregon State enters the game seeking a victory to spoil the Broncos’ momentum. The Beavers have lost their last two games, making them unlikely to chase a playoff spot themselves. A win for Boise State would be necessary to maintain their standing in the rankings.

The next step for the Broncos is a win on Saturday to solidify their position in the 24th place ranking. The team aims to keep the non-power advantage as the committee continues to release weekly updates.