Penn State vs. Boise State live score, updates, highlights from 2024 College Football Playoff quarterfinals
The second round of the 2024 College Football Playoff has arrived.
Penn State and Boise State will meet in Tuesday’s Fiesta Bowl, with the winner advancing to the semifinals in the CFP bracket and moving one step closer to a National Championship. The Nittany Lions coasted in their first playoff game, a 38-10 win over SMU, while the Broncos had a bye due to their recent Mountain West title. Now, two of college football’s most talented squads will meet on New Year’s Eve.
With a 12-2 record this season, Penn State has been playing some of its best football lately. The Nittany Lions have run for over 180 yards in three consecutive games, including in their home playoff win over the Mustangs. Quarterback Drew Allar (3,021 passing yards, 21 touchdowns, seven interceptions) has flashed stardom on a few occasions, but he didn’t have to do much in his squad’s last victory. Defensively, a unit led by DE Abdul Carter boasts a formidable pass rush and a secondary coming off of a three-interception game.
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Elsewhere, Boise State has gotten a productive season from quarterback Maddux Madsen (2,714 passing yards, 22 touchdowns, three interceptions) along with a defense that ranks among college football’s top units with 51 total sacks.
The Fiesta Bowl will have some of college football’s elite talents on display, including top-tier 2025 NFL Draft prospects like Carter and Jeanty. The winner between Penn State and Boise State will face either Notre Dame or Georgia in the Orange Bowl.
The Sporting News is tracking live scoring updates and highlights as Penn State and Boise State face off in the quarterfinals of the 2024 College Football Playoff. Follow along with the action below.
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Penn State vs. Boise State highlights from 2024 College Football PlayoffLive updates will be provided closer to kickoff at 7:30 p.m. ET.
Penn State vs. Boise State start timeDay: December 31, 2024Time: 7:30 p.m. ETPenn State and Boise State will face off in the Fiesta Bowl at 7:30 p.m. ET on Tuesday. The second-round playoff matchup will be in State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona.
What channel is Penn State vs. Boise State on today?TV Channel: ESPNStreaming: ESPN+, FuboTuesday’s CFP matchup between Penn State and Boise State will be broadcast on ESPN. Streaming options include ESPN+ or Fubo, which offers a free trial to new users.
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SN 2024 All-America teamPlayer of the Year: Travis HunterCoach of the Year: Curt CignettiCollege Football Playoff schedule 2024Tuesday, Dec. 31
MatchupTime (ET)TV ChannelPenn State vs. Boise State7:30 p.m.ESPNWednesday, Jan. 1
MatchupTime (ET)TV ChannelTexas vs. Arizona State1 p.m.ESPNOhio State vs. Oregon5 p.m.ESPNNotre Dame vs. Georgia8:45 p.m.ESPNThursday, Jan. 9 (semifinals)
MatchupTime (ET)TV ChannelTBD vs. TBD (Orange Bowl)7:30 p.m.ESPNFriday, Jan. 10 (semifinals)
MatchupTime (ET)TV ChannelTBD vs. TBD (Cotton Bowl)7:30 p.m.ESPNMonday, Jan. 20 (national championship)
MatchupTime (ET)TV ChannelTBD vs. TBD7:30 p.m.ESPN
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