Schutt Sports I-A Coach of the Year Finalists

CHRIS PETERSEN BOISE STATE The “other” unbeaten Division I-A school registered its 12-0 record in the tree-lined Idaho capitol virtually hidden from the harsh glare of the media limelight by the majestic Rockies. While undefeated Ohio State and its Heisman QB had a wire to wire grip on the nation’s number one ranking, the Boise State Broncos were chalking up another spectacular season capped by its sixth straight WAC title. Then, in one of the most incredible bowl games in memory, the Broncos defeated Oklahoma, 43-42 in the BCS Fiesta Bowl. The Broncos reputation as a potent offensive powerhouse is evidenced by its gaudy numbers in scoring, rushing and total offense but Chris Petersen, in his first season as head coach, prefers to spread the credit to other areas in analyzing the ’06 season. “The headline around here often goes to the offense but I think the credit needs to go