Boise State quarterback Maddux Madsen has been named to the Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Watch List, an award highlighting the nation's top upperclassman quarterbacks. This recognition, which Madsen has received for the second consecutive year, underscores his character and on-field achievements. With 6,586 passing yards and 50 touchdowns, he ranks eighth in school history in both categories. Madsen also led Boise State to a Mountain West title in 2024 and 2025, earning Offensive MVP honors in the 2025 championship game.

By the Numbers
  • Madsen has thrown for 6,586 yards and 50 touchdowns in his career.
  • He ranks eighth in school history for both total passing yards and touchdowns.
State of Play
  • Madsen is one of 27 quarterbacks on the Golden Arm Award Watch List.
  • He is the only representative from the Pac-12 in this year's list.
  • The award ceremony will occur on December 9 in Baltimore, where semifinalists and finalists will be announced prior to the winner.
What's Next

As the season progresses, Madsen will aim to build on his impressive statistics and leadership, further solidifying his candidacy for the Golden Arm Award and other accolades. His performance will also influence Boise State's pursuit of additional conference titles.

Bottom Line

Madsen's spot on the Golden Arm Award Watch List marks a significant recognition of his skills and character, demonstrating his potential to excel further this season. A strong performance in upcoming games could propel him to greater accolades and impact Boise State's success on the field.