There was a distinct lack of drama in the first round of the inaugural 12-team College Football Playoff. All four opening-round games were decided by double figures, including blowout wins by No. 6 Penn State (38-10 over No.

For Boise State, years of being the best program outside the power conference have finally culminated in a chance to play for the national title. Undefeated seasons in 2006 and 2009 ended with Fiesta Bowl wins but came before the four-team Playoff. This season is Boise’s 10th with 12 wins since 2002.