Tailback Jay Ajayi, who declared for the 2015 NFL Draft in a press conference last week, once again put in a strong effort against a big name opponent, powering the Broncos run game to the tune of 22 carries for 134 yards and three touchdowns. The 6-foot, 220 pounder ran well between the tackles and flaunted his speed for scouts in attendance by racing 56 yards for a score on the game's first drive to set the tone for the Mountain West champions.
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If there was any negative to the performance, it was the fact that Ajayi was limited severely in the second half and coughed up a fumble in the fourth quarter that breathed life into an Arizona comeback.
Boise State quarterback Grant Hedrick closed out his college career with a bang as well, throwing for 309 yards and a touchdown while being perfect right up until he threw an interception in the middle of the second quarter. His accuracy in the first half was a big reason why the Broncos were able to race out to a big lead. Boise State was barely able to hold onto that lead, however, after a furious Arizona comeback late in the contest in which it had several chances to tie things up.
Hedrick's favorite target was easily wideout Thomas Sperbeck, who was able to find holes in Arizona's zone defense to the tune of 12 catches for 199 yards on his way to being named offensive MVP.
Wildcats signal-caller Anu Solomon wrapped up an impressive debut season for the team behind center with 335 yards passing and a pair of scores on the ground and through the air. However, his two interceptions (including a pick six) and game-ending sack in the red zone contributed to the Arizona loss. It was a disappointing result considering the team ran a remarkable 106 plays for 492 yards, but managed to only put up 30 points.
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