Bart Hendricks threw a 4-yard touchdown pass to Shae Swan, as Boise State led 14–10.
In the second quarter, with Louisville driving, Shanaurd Harts intercepted a Redman pass and returned it 80 yards for a touchdown giving Boise State a 21–17 lead.
Chris Redman found Damien Dorsey for an 8-yard touchdown pass making the score 24–21 Louisville at halftime.
In the third quarter, Nick Calaycay kicked field goals of 26 and 46 yards as Boise State led 27–24.
In the fourth quarter, Frank Moreau scored on a 3-yard touchdown run giving Louisville a 31–27 lead.