Numerical Roster Countdown 2013: Day 74, Archie Lewis

Source: One Bronco Nation Under God by Drew Roberts

I'm running out of witty intro sentences.

We have 74 days until kickoff, so today I'll highlight #74 on the Bronco roster—Archie Lewis

#74, Archie Lewis, RS Freshman, OL

Stats

Height: 6'3"

Weight: 272 lbs.

High School: Rancho Cucamonga High School, Rancho Cucamonga, CA

How'd he get to The Blue?

Late...but we won't hold that against him. Lewis was a standout offensive tackle and sometimes tight end at Rancho Cucamonga where he garnered 2nd team All-Baseline League honors as a senior. He was all set to sign with New Mexico State until the scholarship offer fell through. Lewis visited the Boise

Wake up, Bronco Nation: Boise State football links and things, 6-18-13

Source: One Bronco Nation Under God by Nate Peters

BCS bowl coming this year

It looks like our brothers over at SB Nation are predicting another Fiesta Bowl birth for the Broncos in 2013/2014. This time, the theoretical match-up would be against the Texas Longhorns. How fun would a game against Bryan Harsin be? Unfortunately they're picking Alabama-Oregon for the National Championship. Yawn.

Burroughs one of the fastest

Dallas Burroughs is a speedster, and that's no secret. In fact, he's

Power Ranking the Boise State Broncos' 2013 Schedule from Easiest to Toughest

Source: Bleacher Report NCAAF

Boise State enters the last year of the current BCS system with a favorable schedule. However, that is not to say there won't be some serious challenges between the team and another big-time bowl game.

As a member of a non-automatic qualifying conference, the Broncos must be perfect or nearly perfect to find their way back to another BCS game. One loss might not doom their chances. After all, it wouldn't have last season, but it would depend on who that loss was to and when a loss might happen.

Let's look at the 2013 Boise State football schedule and power rank each game in order of difficulty, according to how the teams look on paper. 

Numerical Roster Countdown 2013: Day 75, Andrew Tercek

Source: One Bronco Nation Under God by Drew Roberts

Monday again? Seems like these come every week.

We've got 75 days until kickoff ...but that roster spot has yet to be assigned. Today, I'll highlight an incoming frosh who could end up donning the 75 jersey—Andrew Tercek

#75, Andrew Tercek, True Freshman, C

Stats

Height: 6'0"

Weight: 273 lbs.

High School: East Central High School, San Antonio, TX

How'd he get to The Blue?

Tercek was a four-year starter at East Central High School, where he played 3 years at tackle and one at center. Tercek garnered first team all-district honors in his last two seasons at ECHS, and two

Wake up, Bronco Nation: Boise State football links and things, 6-17-13

Source: One Bronco Nation Under God by Nate Peters

CBS Sports likes Bronco hoops

It's no secret that the boys on the hardwood had a magical season last year. However, the magic may continue (and no, they aren't going to Disney) next year, as CBS Sports has predicted the Broncos to be Mountain West Conference league champions. Yeehaw!

Former Bronco slims down

Tyrone Crawford played in a 3-4 defense with the Cowboys last

Numerical Roster Countdown 2013: Day 76, Jake Broyles

Source: One Bronco Nation Under God by Drew Roberts

Happy Father's Day, everyone...especially to Jake Broyles' dad, I guess.

We've got 76 days until kickoff ... so today we'll be taking a look at number 76 on the Bronco roster—Jake Broyles

#76, Jake Broyles, Senior, OL

Stats

Height: 6'5"

Weight: 299 lbs.

High School: Foothill High School, Henderson, NV

How'd he get to The Blue?

By having more pancakes than an IHOP. For your edification, a "pancake block" is when an offensive lineman flattens or knocks an opposing lineman to the ground. Jake Broyles had 95 (!) of these over the span of his junior and senior seasons at

Numerical Roster Countdown 2013: Day 77, Spencer Gerke

Source: One Bronco Nation Under God by Drew Roberts

It's Palindrome Day once again and my internet is working again after a 24-hour outage. Things are looking up!

We've got 77 days until kickoff ... so today we'll be taking a look at number 77 on the Bronco roster—Spencer Gerke

#77, Spencer Gerke, Senior, OG

Stats

Height: 6'3"

Weight: 297 lbs.

High School: Bishop Kelly High School, Boise, ID

How'd he get to The Blue?

Before Capital High became the Broncos hot new local recruiting bed, Bishop Kelly was the main provider of scholarship players and walk-ons for the Broncos. At Bishop Kelly, Gerke was a stud on both sides of the

Numerical Roster Countdown 2013: Day 78, Charles Leno

Source: One Bronco Nation Under God by Drew Roberts

Happy Friday everyone. Save some TGI Fridays for me.

We've got 78 days till kickoff, so today I'll be highlighting #78 on the Boise State roster—Charles Leno

#78, Charles Leno, Senior, OT

Stats

Height: 6'4"

Weight: 294 lbs.

High School: San Leandro High School, Oakland, CA

How'd he get to The Blue?

As a three-year letter-winner in basketball at San Leandro, Charles Leno might not be the guy you'd expect to draw comparisons to All-Pro offensive tackle Ryan Clady, but that's exactly what many are

Wake up, Bronco Nation: Boise State football links and things, 6-14-13

Source: One Bronco Nation Under God by Nate Peters

Feldman full of BW

In a recent draft tracker podcast, Bruce Feldman once again shows he knows absolutely nothing. What is it with media types these days? Just keep guessing until you get it right? This edition of Feldman Gone Wrong has Coach Pete headed to U$C in a year when Kiffin gets canned. Sigh. They'll never learn. The hot air starts around the thirty minute mark.

Former Bronco shines

Ausitn Pettis hasn't had the greatest success since he left

List: Made-up features of the new Boise State football complex

Source: One Bronco Nation Under God by Kevan Lee

Horse aquatherapy pool

Jared Zabransky self-commissioned statue of himself

Twerk wall

Tim Socha positive time out corner

Wax museum of Houston Nutt

Lego lab

Planking studio

Churro-scented air duct system

Infinity pool

A Dairy Queen

Hot tub time machines

Blogging basement

Drew Roberts art installation

Three-story trophy case

iMax film room

Segway infrastructure

Every wall is a Murphy bed

Megan Fox kissing booth

Gamecubes in every locker

Granite urinals

Skittles sprinkler system

Geraldo Boldewijn Toyota dealership

Escalators

A dumwaiter from the kitchen to the offensive line

Numerical Roster Countdown 2013: Day 79, Avery Westendorf

Source: One Bronco Nation Under God by Kevan Lee

We've got just 79 days until kickoff, so today let's take a look at #79 on the Bronco roster-Avery Westendorf.

#79, Avery Westendorf, RS Freshman, OL

Stats

Height: 6'5"

Weight: 291 lbs.

High School: Cole Valley Christian, Meridian, ID

How'd he get to The BlueTM?

A BMOC literally and figuratively at 2A Cole Valley Christian (2A out of a possible 5A), Westendorf excelled on both sides of the ball, receiving first-team all-conference honors as a defensive end and a tight end his senior season. The accolades were enough to get the

Wake up, Bronco Nation: Boise State football links and things, 6-13-13

Source: One Bronco Nation Under God by Kevan Lee

Pack your bags for the Christmas Bowl.

This might be a phrase you actually end up saying should the proposed-but-not-yet-real Christmas Bowl come to fruition and should it get the Mountain West tie-in it desires. The game will be played in the Staples Center, is a thing I wish would happen.

Watch carpet grow.

If you've got four minutes to watch Boise State's new midfield logo get sewn in, set to the tune of that ubiquitous Internet Explorer commercial, then this video is for you. The carpet may be the star, but the time-lapse shadows steal the

Numerical Roster Countdown 2013: Day 80, DJ Dean

Source: One Bronco Nation Under God by Drew Roberts

Last day of the 80s. Wow...already?

We've got just 80 days until kickoff, so today let's take a look at #80 on the Bronco roster—DJ Dean

#80, DJ Dean, RS Freshman, WR

Stats

Height: 6'0"

Weight: 190 lbs.

High School: Eagle High School, Eagle, ID

How'd he get to The Blue™?

Dean was a two-way standout for the Eagle Mustangs, and his contributions to the squad were recognized with the 5A SIC Player of the Year award in 2011. Dean was all-state as a defensive back the same year after making 77 tackles, 6 INTs and forcing 2 fumbles. He was a

Boise State Football: 3 Biggest Challenges for Broncos' OC Robert Prince

Source: Bleacher Report NCAAF

Robert Prince was promoted to offensive coordinator for the Broncos last season after returning to Boise State in 2011 as the wide receivers coach.

He was also a member of the Broncos coaching staff from 2001-2003 as the wide receivers coach when Chris Petersen was the offensive coordinator under Dan Hawkins.

Prince then spent the following six years coaching in the NFL, and in 2010 he became the passing game coordinator and wide receivers coach at the University of Colorado. 

When it was announced that offensive coordinator Brent Pease was leaving for Florida last year, it didn't take head coach Chris Petersen long to name Prince his new OC.

In 2012 it started a bit rough for Prince, but by the end of the

Wake up, Bronco Nation: Boise State football links and things, 6-11-13

Source: One Bronco Nation Under God by Nate Peters

Make or break?

The Lost Lettermen (whoever that is) thinks that 2013 is a make-or-break season for Boise State Football. I vehemently disagree. The wandering former athlete closes out his article stating that 2013 may be the most uncertain of any year we've had in the last seven or so years. News Flash: that was 2012, bro. 2013 is gonna be awesome.

Complex on track

The new football complex at Bronco Stadium is on track for a July 1st completion. Now if only they can get on that scoreboard and

Numerical Roster Countdown 2013: Day 81, Dallas Burroughs

Source: One Bronco Nation Under God by Drew Roberts

We've got 81 days until kickoff, so today we'll highlight #81 on the Boise State roster—Dallas Burroughs

#81, Dallas Burroughs, Junior, WR

Stats

Height: 5'8"

Weight: 171 lbs.

High School: Rocky Mountain High School, Meridian, ID

How'd he get to The Blue™?

Ran—and quickly I might add. You all know by now that Dallas is the younger brother of Bronco wideout Mitch Burroughs. The Burroughs clan has football in their blood, and Dallas might be the best of the bunch. At Rocky Mountain, Dallas

Numerical Roster Countdown 2013: Day 82, Jackson Reed

Source: One Bronco Nation Under God by Drew Roberts

Oh wait...another tight end. How'd that get in here?

We've got 82 days until kickoff...so today we'll be taking a look at number 82 on the Bronco roster—Jackson Reed

#82, Jackson Reed, RS Freshman, TE

Stats

Height: 6'4"

Weight: 218 lbs.

High School: Timberline HS, Boise, ID

How'd he get to The Blue™?

Reed went to high school at Boise's Timberline High, which is practically a stone's throw from Bronco Stadium if you have a good arm (I do not), and decided to walk-on as a member of the 2012 incoming class. Reed was an excellent all-around athlete for Timberline playing wide receiver

Wake up, Bronco Naton: Boise State football links and things, 6-10-13

Source: One Bronco Nation Under God by Nate Peters

Tank on Pre-Season team

Demarcus "Tank" Lawrence has made Phil Steele's All-American team. Unfortunately, it wasn't on the first team (like he deserves to be!), it was on the fourth team. Takers on how high he jumps after another season dominating MWC "offenses"?

Iggy playing international

Junior-to-be Igor Hadziomerovic will be playing for the Australian National Basketball Team. He will be traveling with the team to play China this week.

Numerical Roster Countdown 2013: Day 83, Troy Ware

Source: One Bronco Nation Under God by Drew Roberts

Already getting close to the end of the 80s. Time flies when you're having fun.

We've got 83 days until kickoff...so today we'll be taking a look at number 83 on the Bronco roster—Troy Ware

#83, Troy Ware, Sophomore, WR

Stats

Height: 6'2"

Weight: 190 lbs.

High School: Vista High School, Vista, CA

How'd he get to The Blue™?

Ware received second-team all-state honors as a senior playing wide receiver at Vista High School. He also earned first team All-Palomar League honors and was second-team all-league as a junior. Ware made 45 receptions for 699 yards and eight touchdowns as a

Numerical Roster Countdown: Day 84, Kendal Keys

Source: One Bronco Nation Under God by O.B.Basketball.N.U.G.

No offense to the Hog Mollies on the line or the fellow receiving brethren, Tight Ends, but I love me some wide receivers. Today we highlight a talented kid who's got a whole lotta upside: Kendal Keys.

#84, Kendal Keys, True Freshman, Wide Receiver

Stats

Height: 6'2"

Weight: 196 lbs

High School: Helix High School, San Diego, CA

How'd he get to the Blue™?

Keys was a 3-star recruit out of Reggie Bush's alma mater, Helix High School. On signing day, he spurned the likes of Arizona, Arizona State, Colorado and Oregon State, as well as his hometown San Diego State Aztecs to sign with the Broncos. I assume he's already made

O Canada: Broncos get their RB

Source: One Bronco Nation Under God by Drew Roberts

Tough to imagine a recruit named 'Mike Smith' getting nearly the publicity that Milipitas High School running back Squally Canada has enjoyed lately—mainly thanks to his one-of-a-kind name, but the Broncos certainly didn't recruit him on name alone (even if it is tough to forget). The Broncos were the first school to step up and offer the 5'11" 180 lb. speedster and other schools were quick to jump on the Canada bandwagon. Alas, it looks like the Broncos were always the school to beat, and they remain unbeaten...getting a verbal from Mr. Canada on his campus visit over the last two days. Canada rushed for nearly 1,000 yards last season on a modest 127 carries (7.7 YPC) and his recruitment had started to pick up a lot of steam of

Numerical Roster Countdown 2013: Day 85, Holden Huff

Source: One Bronco Nation Under God by Drew Roberts

Another tight end? Another tight end.

We've got 85 days until kickoff...so today we'll be taking a look at number 85 on the Bronco roster—Holden Huff

#85 Holden Huff, Sophomore, Tight End

Stats

Height: 6'5"

Weight: 221 lbs.

High School: Rocklin High School, Rocklin, CA

How'd he get to The Blue?

Huff was a late addition to the Broncos' 2010 recruiting class, verballing on the dotted line just days before official LOI Day. Huff hails from

Wake up, Bronco Nation: Boise State football links and things, 6-6-13

Source: One Bronco Nation Under God by Nate Peters

Predictions

Athlon Sports predicts the Broncos will win the Mountain West (duh?) title. They also predict that the Broncos will lose one game next year, explaining the toughest test to be a road trip to Fresno. Clearly they haven't watched any recent BSU-Fresno games. Who do you think will be this year's toughest opponent?

New Logo

We saw the picture of the old logo on the blue being removed, and now it's time for the new one being put in. What are your thoughts? I hope they rotate it a bit, because it sure seems a bit off-center to me.

Numerical Roster Countdown 2013: Day 86, Kyle Sosnowski

Source: One Bronco Nation Under God by Nate Peters

It seems we've completed our round of defensive linemen, and now we're all in for a full serving of tight ends.

#86, Kyle Sosnowski, Junior, Tight End

Stats

Height: 6'2"

Weight: 245 lbs

High School: Capital High School, Boise, Idaho

How'd he get to the Blue™?

Sosnowski was one of the most dominant players in Capital High history. His play on both sides of the ball earned him All-Idaho honors as a junior and senior. He was also offered by Idaho (yawn). Sosnowski red-shirted in 2010 as a freshman at Boise State.

Nickname

Snozberry

Obviously this works if you pronounce his

Boise State Football: 5 Broncos That Will Need to Step Up on Defense in 2013

Source: Bleacher Report NCAAF

Boise State played very good defense in 2012. In fact, it was the defense that carried the team for much of the season.

In 2013, it could be the reverse.

Boise State has several key players returning on offense. On defense however, a couple of injuries, the loss of a freshman all-American and some young players on the roster points to a few big questions that must be answered early.

The opening game against the Washington Huskies is quickly approaching, and if the Broncos want to win that game and those that follow, there are a handful of players that will need to step up in a big way.

Head coach Chris Petersen is not without talent on defense as outstanding players like Demarcus Lawrence, Ricky Tjong-A-Tjoe,

Wake up, Bronco Nation: Boise State football links and things, 6-5-13

Source: One Bronco Nation Under God by Nate Peters

Titus Young back in court

Young will be meeting with a psychiatrist as part of his legal proceedings. The judge commented that Young seemed to be doing "better", but Young's case has been pushed out to June 24th at the request of his attorney. Glad to see him getting the help he needs.

Broncos back

Former Bronco greats were in town recently for the 5th annual Gridiron Dreams Football Camp. Love to see Bronco favorites giving back to the community.

Logo removed

As part of Boise State's new marketing campaign, the

Numerical Roster Countdown 2013: Day 87, Gabe Linehan

Source: One Bronco Nation Under God by Nate Peters

It's about to get wild up in here. Who's ready for a man with a real tight end (his words, not mine)?

We've got 87 days left until kickoff at Husky stadium, which means today we'll be highlighting Senior Tight End, Gabe Linehan.

#87, Gabe Linehan, Senior, Tight End

Stats

Height: 6'4"

Weight: 238 lbs

High School: Banks High School, Banks, Oregon

How'd he get to the Blue™?

Linehan's lineage hails from the land up North (the school who shall not be named). Thankfully, Linehan didn't follow in the steps of his father and uncles. Linehan was a standout quarterback and linebacker at his small Oregon high

Boise State Football: Over/Under 2013 Win Total Predictions for the Broncos

Source: Bleacher Report NCAAF

The 2013 college football season is quickly approaching. For fans, the season can't come soon enough, but for coaches, the days are probably advancing far too rapidly.

Chris Petersen enters his eighth season as the head coach for Boise State, and expectations are high as usual.

The Broncos return several key starters on offense. Senior quarterback Joe Southwick will be looking to lead his team back into offensive domination in 2013. He will get help from sophomore running back Jay Ajayi and a very talented group of wide receivers led by junior Matt Miller and senior Kirby Moore.

The line is probably the biggest question mark on offense. However, with three players who have starting experience returning and

Wake up, Bronco Nation: Boise State football links and things, 6-4-13

Source: One Bronco Nation Under God by Nate Peters

Broncos get another '14 commit

Dimitri Flowers has committed to play football at Boise State. The incredibly athletic receiver is the son of former Arizona State defensive end and first round pick Erik Flowers. Dimitri is the fifth member of the 2014 recruiting class. Hit this link for video highlights and the above link for the write-up.

Interview with Coach

Numerical Roster Countdown 2013: Day 88, Mat Boesen

Source: One Bronco Nation Under God by Drew Roberts

We've reached our 2nd palindrome day of the countdown. You lucky reader.

We've got 88 days until kickoff, but that number has yet to be assigned. Today, I'll highlight a player who could wear the double ocho this Fall—Mat Boesen

#88, Mat Boesen, True Freshman, Nickel

Stats

Height: 6'4"
Weight: 220 lbs.
High School: West High School, Torrance, CA

How'd he get to The Blue™?

Boesen was a standout everything at Torrance's West High School, starring on the gridiron and the wrestling mat. 2012 was a particularly good year for Boesen, as he helped lead his team to a berth in the CIF

Numerical Roster Countdown 2013: Day 89, Connor Peters

Source: One Bronco Nation Under God by Drew Roberts

After almost exclusively highlighting defensive lineman, we've now hit a crunchy pocket of tight ends. Enjoy.

We've got 89 days left until a Bronco storm hits the Emerald City...today we'll highlight the player with the #89 jersey—Connor Peters

#89, Connor Peters, Junior, TE

Stats

Height: 6'4"

Weight: 250 lbs.

High School/Junior College: Laney College via De La Salle High School, Concord, CA

How'd he get to The Blue™?

Peters took the long route to The Blue™, but the Broncos are happy to have him. Originally a star at football power De La Salle, where he played both defensive end and

Wake up, Bronco Nation: Boise State football links and things, 6-3-13

Source: One Bronco Nation Under God by Nate Peters

Video board coming down to the wire

Although the new video board has already been approved by the State Board of Education, there are still quite a few hurdles to overcome. The biggest is likely the ongoing construction of the Athletic Complex in the North Endzone. There is a possibility of it being pushed out to next season, unfortunately.

TV time set for opener

The TV time has been set for the Boise State-Washington game. The game will be

Boise State Football: Over/Under 2013 Win Total Predictions for the Broncos

Source: Bleacher Report NCAAF

The 2013 college football season is quickly approaching. For fans, the season can't come soon enough, but for coaches, the days are probably advancing far too rapidly.

Chris Petersen enters his eighth season as the head coach for Boise State, and expectations are high as usual.

The Broncos return several key starters on offense. Senior quarterback Joe Southwick will be looking to lead his team back into offensive domination in 2013. He will get help from sophomore running back Jay Ajayi and a very talented group of wide receivers led by junior Matt Miller and senior Kirby Moore.

The line is probably the biggest question mark on offense. However, with three players who have starting experience returning and

Numerical Roster Countdown 2013: Day 90, It's Complicated

Source: One Bronco Nation Under God by Drew Roberts

We have just 90 days until the Battle in Seattle, and that jersey number is currently claimed by Jamal Wilson...but maybe not for long.

#90, Jamal Wilson, Sophomore, FB
Stats

Height: 5'11"

Weight: 238 lbs.

High School: A.B. Miller High School, Fontana, CA

How'd he get to The Blue™?

Jamal is a walk-on of the preferred variety in the class of 2011. He was a 3 year letter-winner at Fontana, CA's A.B. Miller High School, where he excelled at middle linebacker, tight end, and fullback. In Wilson's senior year, he was named to the All-Citrus Belt League first-team and the All-CIF second-team at MLB

Numerical Roster Countdown 2013: Day 91, Jake Roh

Source: One Bronco Nation Under God by Drew Roberts

Happy weekend, everyone. Still countin' down.

We've got 91 days left until the Broncos crash UW's grand opening, but that roster spot has yet to be assigned...so today I'll highlight someone that could don that number come Fall—Jake Roh

#91, Jake Roh, True Freshman, TE

Stats

Height: 6'2"
Weight: 209 lbs.
High School: Chaparral High School, Scottsdale, AZ

How'd he get to The Blue™?

Roh was a two-way standout at Chaparral High School where he starred as both a linebacker and wide receiver. In Roh's senior season, he caught 72 passes for 805 yards and 13 TDs and was even more impressive in his

Director of Basketball Operations Chris Cobbina leaves position with university

Source: Arbiter Online by John Engel

Assistant Athletic director Matt Beckman confirmed via email Friday that Director of Basketball Operations Chris Cobbina has left his position with the university. In two short years, Cobbina was instrumental in revitalizing the Boise State men’s basketball program to a point of regional and national notoriety. The Broncos came within one win of a NCAA Tournament berth last season, but fell to La Salle in the play-in game. Cobbina was primarily in charge of coordinating team travel, opponent scouting and community events. Check back for updates as they arrive. Follow John on Twitter: @engelsportsguy @Arbiteronline

Numerical Roster Countdown 2013: Day 92, Gabe Perez

Source: One Bronco Nation Under God by Drew Roberts

TGIF, am I right?

We've got 92 days left until the Broncos crash UW's grand opening, but that roster spot has yet to be assigned so today I'll highlight someone that could don that number come Fall—Gabe Perez

#92, Gabe Perez, True Freshman, STUD

Stats

Height: 6'5"
Weight: 210 lbs.
High School: Valencia High School, Placentia, CA

How'd he get to The Blue™?

Perez was a standout player on both sides of the line-of-scrimmage at Valencia High, where he played both OLB, DE and running back. Last season for the Tigers, Perez rushed for 375 yards and 4 TDs and made 51 defensive stops (7 for loss)

Numerical Roster Countdown 2013: Day 93, Brennyn Dunn

Source: One Bronco Nation Under God by Drew Roberts

The countdown is one week old. Happy birthday, countdown.

We've got 93 days left until the Battle in Seattle, so today I'll be highlighting the player with the #93 jersey—Brennyn Dunn

#93, Brennyn Dunn, RS Freshman, TE

Stats

Height: 6'3"
Weight: 212 lbs.
High School: Preston High School, Preston, ID

How'd he get to The Blue™?

Dunn walked on last season after a stellar career at Napoleon Dynamite stomping grounds, Preston High. I scoured for football stats for Dunn, but couldn't find any...suffice it to say he's quite an athlete, winning the 4A state high jump crown

Numerical Roster Countdown 2013: Day 94, Sam McCaskill

Source: One Bronco Nation Under God by Drew Roberts

Did someone say "more D-linemen"? Pretty sure I heard that.

We've got 94 days left until the Battle in Seattle, so today I'll be highlighting the player with the #94 jersey—Sam McCaskill

#94, Sam McCaskill, RS Freshman, DE

Stats

Height: 6'3"
Weight: 246 lbs.
High School: Sheldon High School, Eugene, OR

How'd he get to The Blue™?

McCaskill was a standout two-way player for Eugene's Sheldon high school playing both defensive end and center. As a senior, McCaskill was named first team All-State and the Southwest Conference defensive player of the year after registering 115 tackles and 16

Wake up, Bronco Nation: Boise State football links and things, 5-29-13

Source: One Bronco Nation Under God by Nate Peters

Young faces three more charges

Titus Young's bail has been doubled to $50,000 as he racked up three additional charges. Young's judge raised the bail because Young is "a danger to the community."

Broncos in the NFL

There are currently 19 Broncos on NFL rosters, down from 25. A few have fallen off rosters, but

Numerical Roster Countdown 2013: Day 95, Alec Dhaenens

Source: One Bronco Nation Under God by Drew Roberts

The long weekend is over, but the long countdown has barely begun.

We've got just 95 days until the Broncos hit Seattle, but that roster spot has yet to be assigned, so today I'll highlight a player who could don that number in the future—Alec Dhaenens

#95, Alec Dhaenens, True Freshman, TE

Stats

Height: 6'2"

Weight: 240 lbs.

High School: Fruitland High School, Fruitland, ID

How'd he get to The Blue™?

As part of an amazing two-fer. The Broncos were able to land Dhaenens shortly after his lifelong friend and teammate Joe Martarano pulled the trigger and it just so happened that

Wake up, Bronco Nation: Boise State football links and things, 5-28-13

Source: One Bronco Nation Under God by Nate Peters

Player rankings released, Twitter chaos ensues

The Mountain West Connection (SB Nation affiliate) released their 2013 Mountain West Conference player rankings, and Twitter chaos promptly ensued. I may or may not have said some things in all caps and needed more than 140 characters. Hit the link and see if you agree.

Former Bronco goes North

Canadian Bacon has officially returned to the mother land. The former Bronco defensive star has signed with

Boise State Football: 7 Biggest Fan Favorites in Broncos' History

Source: Bleacher Report NCAAF

Throughout its 81 year history, (36 of which were under the name of Boise Junior College), the Boise State University football program has seen its fair share of lovable and talented athletes.

From undefeated seasons to Division 1-AA national championships, the Broncos have put together some teams that will always be remembered by fans that were lucky enough to witness the history and be passed down through stories to those that were not yet alive.

In this article, we’ll take a look at some of the most beloved players in Boise State football history. Not all of these men played on teams that made the record books, but in some way the names on this list have been permanently ingrained in the minds of the Bronco

Boise State Football: 3 Reasons the Broncos Are Bound to Overachieve in 2013

Source: Bleacher Report NCAAF

When the word "overachieve" is mentioned in college football conversations, it can't help but conjure up thoughts of a team like Boise State.

The rise of the Broncos is nothing less than historic.

The school has only been in the FBS since 1996 and works on a fraction of the budget schools of bigger conferences do. Still, season-after-season, they continue to win.

In 2013, this same Boise State team will enter the college football season with high expectations. This is something the Broncos are getting used to, and rarely are the fans ever disappointed.

With such high expectations, you would expect the team from Boise to be in danger of "underachieving" rather than the reversed, but truth is, this team is poised

Numerical Roster Countdown 2013: Day 96, Elliot Hoyte

Source: One Bronco Nation Under God by Drew Roberts

Happy Memorial Day everyone. Hit the countdown, then hit the BBQ.

We've got just 96 days until the Broncos hit Seattle and today we're highlighting #96 on the Bronco roster—Elliot Hoyte

#96, Elliot Hoyte, RS Freshman, DT

Stats

Height: 6'4"

Weight: 279 lbs.

High School: Ivybridge Community College, Tavistock, England

How'd he get to The Blue™?

On most teams, the guy from the UK would easily have travelled the furthest distance to join the squad. Boise State obviously isn't most teams, as a full two

Boise State Football: 3 Reasons the Broncos Are Bound to Overachieve in 2013

Source: Bleacher Report NCAAF

When the word "overachieve" is mentioned in college football conversations, it can't help but conjure up thoughts of a team like Boise State.

The rise of the Broncos is nothing less than historic.

The school has only been in the FBS since 1996 and works on a fraction of the budget schools of bigger conferences do. Still, season-after-season, they continue to win.

In 2013, this same Boise State team will enter the college football season with high expectations. This is something the Broncos are getting used to, and rarely are the fans ever disappointed.

With such high expectations, you would expect the team from Boise to be in danger of "underachieving" rather than the reversed, but truth is, this team is poised

Numerical Roster Countdown 2013: Day 97, Nick Terry

Source: One Bronco Nation Under God by Drew Roberts

Still in the unassigned numbers, still on the D-line.

We've got 97 days until kickoff, but that roster spot is yet unclaimed...today we'll highlight a newcomer that could don the #97 jersey—Nick Terry

#97, Nick Terry, True Freshman, DT

Stats

Height: 6'3"

Weight: 260 lbs.

High School: Pleasant Grove High School, Elk Grove, CA

How'd he get to The Blue™?

Terry was a standout player at Pleasant Grove high school from day one, and his dominant play was too much for college recruiters to ignore. Terry helped lead his team to the playoffs all 3 years at PGHS and in that time span

Numerical Roster Countdown 2013: Day 97, Nick Terry

Source: One Bronco Nation Under God by Drew Roberts

Still in the unassigned numbers, still on the D-line.

We've got 97 days until kickoff, but that roster spot is yet unclaimed...today we'll highlight a newcomer that could don the #97 jersey—Nick Terry

#97, Nick Terry, True Freshman, DT

Stats

Height: 6'3"

Weight: 260 lbs.

High School: Pleasant Grove High School, Elk Grove, CA

How'd he get to The Blue™?

Terry was a standout player at Pleasant Grove high school from day one, and his dominant play was too much for college recruiters to ignore. Terry helped lead his team to the playoffs all 3 years at PGHS and in that time span

Numerical Roster Countdown 2013: Day 98, Kamalei Correa

Source: One Bronco Nation Under God by Drew Roberts

Memorial weekend is kicking off, but don't stray too far from OBNUG...the countdown rolls on.

We've got 98 days until kickoff, but that roster spot is yet unclaimed...today we'll highlight a newcomer who could don that number—Kamalei Correa

#98, Kamalei Correa, True Freshman, DE

Stats

Height: 6'3"

Weight: 230 lbs.

High School: St. Louis High School, Honolulu, HI

How'd he get to The Blue™?

By spurning family tradition, mainly. Ex-Hawaii coach Greg McMackin so coveted Correa that he extended an offer to him when he was barely 15. Correa's brother La‘anui played for

Boise State forward Vukasin Vujovic leaves program (NBC Sports)

Source: Yahoo! NCAAB

According to the Idaho Statesman, Boise State freshman forward Vukasin Vujovic has decided to leave the program. In his one season at Boise State, the native of Serbia saw action in just nine of the Broncos’ 32 games. In those nine games the 6-9 Vujovic averaged just 4.0 minutes and 1.4 points per game. Vujovic’s…