Boise State defeats Western Michigan 32-7 in key G6 matchup

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Last updated Sep 27, 2026

Boise State defeats Western Michigan 32-7 in key G6 matchup
Summary

Boise State secured a 32-7 victory over Western Michigan during their game on September 26, 2026. This contest was crucial for both teams' aspirations for the College Football Playoff, particularly for the highest-ranked Group of 6 team. Despite a controversial earlier loss to Michigan, Western Michigan entered the game hoping for a strong performance but could not keep pace with Boise State, who dominated throughout. With this result, Western Michigan's chances for playoff consideration appear significantly diminished as they must now aim to win the MAC and rely on other teams' misfortunes.

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  • •Boise State wins 32-7 against Western Michigan
  • •Game held on September 26, 2026
  • •Western Michigan struggles after loss to Michigan
  • •Boise State likely moves into top G6 spot
  • •Western Michigan needs to win out to remain competitive
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Western Michigan is not a program that receives much attention during the average college football season. That all changed in Week 1 this season when the team suffered a controversial, last-second loss to Michigan. The last second itself was the root of the controversy.The NCAA admitted officials made the wrong call, but the result was […] The post Western Michigan’s Potential CFP Case Closed by Boise State appeared first on HEAVY.

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On a day where WMU had an opportunity to earn one of the biggest wins in program history, the hosting Broncos got clobbered by the visiting Broncos.

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