How to watch Penn State vs. Boise State? Time, channel, TV schedule and live stream December 31 | College Football Playoff quarterfinal 

The Penn State Nittany Lions face off against the Boise State Broncos in the College Football Playoff quarterfinals at the Fiesta Bowl on Tuesday, Dec. 31. The game will be played at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona.

This high-powered game pits two strong teams against each other in a battle for a spot in the College Football Playoff semifinals.

How to watch Penn State vs. Boise State game?

The Fiesta Bowl matchup between Penn State and Boise State will kick off at 5:30 p.m. MST (7:30 p.m. ET) on ESPN. Fans can also stream the game live on FuboTV.

Time: Tuesday, Dec. 31, 7:30 p.m. ET

Venue: State Farm Stadium, Glendale, Arizona

TV: ESPN

Live Streaming: FuboTV

Here are some details you need to know:

Boise State enters the game with a 12-1 record, including two wins over top-25 teams. One of the Broncos' standout performances this season came in Week 2 against No. 1 Oregon, despite losing 37-34.

In that game, Boise’s Heisman runner-up Ashton Jeanty showcased his talent with 192 rushing yards and three touchdowns on 25 carries. The Broncos outgained Oregon 369-352, proving their mettle against a top-tier opponent.

Penn State, meanwhile, has a 12-2 record. Its two losses came against Oregon and Ohio State, the premier teams on their schedule. In the Big Ten title game against Oregon, the Nittany Lions fell short in a 45-37 loss but managed to outgain the Ducks 523-469 yards.

While Penn State’s 38-10 victory over SMU in the first round was impressive, critics argue that only a win against a powerhouse like Georgia or Notre Dame in the semifinals would fully erase this stigma.

Who will be the starting QB for Penn State vs. Boise State?

Drew Allar, a five-star quarterback, leads the Nittany Lions. Despite dealing with a knee injury earlier this season, Allar has been a steady presence, ranking No. 20 nationally with an 85.5 PFF overall grade. He has 3,021 yards for 21 touchdowns and seven interceptions.

Known for his poise under pressure, Allar ranks seventh in FBS with a 71st percentile under-pressure grade. Although Penn State employs a run-heavy offense, Allar has been efficient, throwing just 24.7 passes per game and maintaining the best interception rate over the last two seasons.

Who will be the starting QB for Boise State vs. Penn State?

Maddux Madsen has been a revelation for the Broncos this season. After winning the starting job over USC transfer Malachi Nelson, Madsen has completed 62% of his passes for 2,714 yards and 22 touchdowns with only three interceptions.

He’s also added five rushing touchdowns to his resume. Known for his ball security, Madsen’s 1.1% interception rate is among the best in college football.

Who do you think will make the CFP semifinals when the Penn State Nittany Lions face the Boise State Broncos in the Fiesta Bowl on New Year's Eve? Let us know your thoughts in the comments section below.