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See the full story · 1 sourcesBOISE, IDAHO - DECEMBER 5: Maddux Madsen #4 of the Boise State Broncos reaches for a touchdown against Marsel McDuffie #8 of the UNLV Rebels at Albertsons Stadium on December 5, 2025 in Boise, Idaho. (Photo by Tyler McFarland/Getty Images) | Getty Images
Every year I take a look at who I think will be the top players on Boise State’s football team. With so many unproven players, coming up with this season’s list was a bit tougher than previous years. This team’s squad is definitely more proven on the offensive side of the ball and that is reflected in our list. Last week, we continued our countdown by taking a look at a veteran defensive back . This week, we move back to the offensive side of the ball with a senior quarterback that has a lot to prove. Coming in at number four we have…
Maddux Madsen
The most polarizing player on Boise State’s roster is almost always a quarterback and this season is no exception. Senior quarterback Maddux Madsen is entering his third full season as the starting quarterback and will look to win over a fan base that has mixed feelings about him. Madsen’s sophomore season was a success, as he played a key role in helping the Broncos reach the College Football Playoff. Madsen’s junior season was a bit of a roller coaster. He battled a lower leg injury for much of the season and was sidelined for two games after leaving with that same injury against Fresno State. Madsen returned in the Mountain West Championship and had his best game of the year in a victory over UNLV where he passed for 289 yards and three touchdowns.
Madsen enters his senior season with the lofty expectations that come with being Boise State’s quarterback. The expectations with this group are a conference championship and an appearance in the College Football Playoff. In order to do so, Madsen will need to stay healthy and show more poise in the pocket. Last season, Madsen was hesitant to tuck the ball and run. Now that he’s healthy, will he be more willing to use his legs? If this team meets its goals, it will be because Madsen has the best season of his career.
Countdown so far:
#10: Ben Ford and Rasean Jones
#9: Boen Phelps
#8: Derek Ganter Jr.
#7: Matt Wagner
#6: Sire Gaines
#5: Jaden Mickey
#4: Maddux Madsen
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