Oregon State will head into Saturday’s game at Boise State with quarterback Braden Atkinson listed as doubtful.
Atkinson’s status was the main concern as the Beavers released their first availability report for the game on Wednesday evening. He injured his hand during the second half of the loss to Texas State on Nov. 5.
Atkinson was replaced in that game by Maalik Murphy, who led the team on two fourth-quarter scoring drives. Murphy threw for 315 yards and four touchdowns last week in a 44-26 win over Colorado State.
Boise State also has health issues at quarterback. Starter Maddux Madsen was listed as questionable.
If he cannot play, Max Cutforth will get the start. Cutforth threw for 315 yards and four touchdowns last week in a 44-26 win over Colorado State.
In addition to Atkinson, offensive lineman Jacob Anderson and outside linebacker Will Javernick were also listed as doubtful.
Running back Sire Gaines and defensive back Travis Anderson were listed as questionable. Offensive lineman Carson Rasmussen is out.
Boise State’s injury report also included receiver Eddie Frauff and defensive back Travis Anderson as questionable. Offensive lineman Carson Rasmussen was listed as out.
Oregon State is 5-4 overall and 3-2 in the Pac-12. Boise State is 8-1 and 5-0.
The game is set for 3 p.m. Saturday and will be shown on USA Network.
KEJO (1240 AM) will carry the radio broadcast.
The Beavers lead the series 6-5, and Boise State won the last meeting 34-18 in 2024.
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