Riley Recognized as Mountain West Freshman of the Week

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – Dylan Riley continued the tradition of Boise State running backs winning conference awards, earning Mountain West Freshman of the Week honors for his performance against Portland State. The true freshman carried the ball six times for 96 yards and two touchdowns in his collegiate debut, helping the Broncos defeat the Vikings, 56-14. Riley capped a 10-play Boise State drive with a 2-yard touchdown in the third quarter, his fourth touch of the drive. In the fourth quarter, he put the finishing touches on the Broncos’ offensive outburst, running for a 64-yard touchdown on the first play of the drive. The tailback averaged 16.0 yards per carry, picking up three first downs, as well as 47 yards after contact. He also had a 13-yard reception. The Broncos totaled 609 yards of offense, including 342 on the ground.

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