All Chris Peterson has done in his first year is take Boise State to its first BCS game. As usual, offense is the key to the Broncos. QB Jared Zabransky just makes plays. The senior has 20 TD passes in 2006. RB Ian Johnson has the jets to hit the home run and brings outstanding balance to the offense. Left tackle Ryan Clady anchors a good offensive line. He will be tested by Oklahoma defensive end C.J. Ah You in what should be one of the game's top matchups.
The Sooners head to Glendale with lots of momentum. Despite losing QB Rhett Bomar before the seaon and Adrian Peterson to injury, OU rallied to win the Big 12. QB Paul Thompson deserves a great deal of credit. LB Rufus Alexander and the Sooners' defense have been dominant. OU has more talent, so Boise State will need Zabransky to make some big plays.
-- Mel Kiper