BSU tickets hit $300 after ESPN confirms GameDay appearance

Ticket prices for the Boise State Broncos game against Oregon State have climbed to $300 on local resale sites. The surge followed an announcement this week by ESPN that its College GameDay show will air live from the Boise State campus Saturday morning. The broadcast crew, led by Pat McAfee, will be on site approximately eight hours before kickoff at 4 p.m.

The Broncos enter the game with an 8-1 record. Their only loss occurred in the season opener on the road against Oregon. Boise State currently ranks in the top 25 in the country. The Beavers from Oregon State hold a 5-4 record heading into Saturday's matchup.

Running back Dylan Riley has become the focal point of the weekend. He recently surpassed 1,000 rushing yards for the season. Riley now leads the country with 1,241 rushing yards and 11 touchdowns. His performance draws comparisons to Ashton Jeanty, who played for the Broncos two years ago. Jeanty nearly broke Barry Sanders' single-season rushing record before being left off the Heisman Trophy list.

The presence of the ESPN crew has intensified demand for seats that were purchased earlier in the year. Many fans who bought tickets when Oregon State was considered a heavy underdog are now asking high prices for their seats. The last time College GameDay broadcast live from this specific campus was in 2010.

Beyond the stadium, Riley will be in Meridian on Sunday. He is scheduled to sign autographs for free at Ross Cards & Collectibles. The shop is a local destination for sports memorabilia. The visit adds to the high volume of fans expected in the Treasure Valley this weekend.

The game is set for Saturday at 4 p.m. Boise State aims to extend its win streak and maintain its national ranking. Oregon State looks to improve its record on the road. The broadcast will feature commentary from McAfee alongside Nick Saban and Desmond Howard.