Idaho Sports Talk

FREE Guns N' Roses tickets for five straight shows, oral history of Jay Ajayi's magical, record-breaking season in 2014, we spotlight his big moments, his long TD runs and talk to offensive coordinator/play-caller Mike Sanford about one of Boise State's all-time favorite running backs, can current RB Ashton Jeanty put up Ajayi-type stats this season, Bob with a Memphis preview in Bronco Focus, Prep Rally with Boise High coach Mike Altieri, Baseball with Bob - what's at stake this weekend, Fantasy Corner with Howard Bender, Best Bets with Lee SterlingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Sanford was the offensive coordinator and play-caller for Boise State football in 2014 - he joins Prater and Mallory for a nostalgic conversation about running back Jay Ajayi and his record-breaking season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

PREP RALLY – EVERY THURSDAY AT 4:30 P.M. DURING THE HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL SEASON: Prater and Johnny talk to Boise High coach Mike Altieri, whose 5-0 squad plays at 5-0 Eagle in a monster 5A SIC matchup Friday night.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Mallory to share audio highlights from the Andy Avalos coach's show - featuring EDGE rusher Demitri Washington and center Garrett Curran.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jonah Dylan, who covers Memphis football for the Commercial Appeal, joins Prater and Mallory for a conversation about the Tigers' start to the 2023 season. They are 3-1 coming off a loss to Missouri - and rely heavily on an aggressive defense.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're giving away Guns N' Roses tickets for five consecutive shows, running back Ashton Jeanty is a powerful part of Boise State's offense - but are RBs being devalued in college (like the NFL?), Idaho State coach Cody Hawkins on winning his first game in Pocatello, Memphis 101 - Bob breaks down the Tigers in Bronco Focus and Memphis reporter on strengths and weaknesses, who's having a better season: Mountain West or American Athletic?, good and bad of stadium anthems See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Idaho State beat Northern Colorado in Pocatello last week - the first win for new Bengals' coach Cody Hawkins. He joins Prater and Mallory to talk about the emotions of the victory - he naturally turns the spotlight on his players and community support.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Mallory for a conversation about Memphis football - program history, plus offensive and defensive strengths this season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Boise State running back Ashton Jeanty needs more NIL love - what kind of deals can we put together, QB Taylen Green and TE Riley Smith have a few NIL thoughts for Jeanty (as do our listeners), former BSU running back star Jeremy McNichols (now with the 49ers) on what it's like to be a workhorse back in college - and how Jeanty is thriving after four games, Bob reviews tight end production and responsibilities in Bronco Focus, BSU basketball opens training camp, Johnny with his NFL Penthouse/OuthouseSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Mallory for a conversation about the tight end group and what it's accomplishing this season. There aren't a lot of catches, but their roles are critical, according to Riley Smith and Matt Lauter.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

San Francisco 49ers running back and former Boise State star Jeremy McNichols joins Prater and Mallory for a conversation about current Broncos' running back standout Ashton Jeanty - and what it's like to be the workhorse back for a college program.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Celebrating a rare winning weekend for Broncos, Vandals and Bengals, what Boise State coaches Andy Avalos and Bush Hamdan said about Ashton Jeanty's performance against SDSU, Bob with four impressions of the Broncos' victory in their Mountain West opener, where would BSU rank if we did a MW power poll (Broncos were fifth a week ago - did they move up?), grading the BSU offense, defense, special teams and coaching, are Kelce and Swift really dating (or duping us with a PR play), Weekend Winners & LosersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Mallory to share his four impressions of how the Broncos beat San Diego State 34-31 on Friday night to open their Mountain West schedule. No 1: The Broncos were able to establish their offensive identity.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Boise State-San Diego State pregame show - we load you up with all the details of the Mountain West opener for both programs, Bob with his keys to a victory in Bronco Focus, B.J. Rains brings two players who need to step up in his Bronco Nation News Report, listeners pitch in with their opinions on the direction of the program, meet true freshman safety Ty Benefield - through an interview with his father, Daved, who had a long professional career, Prater and Johnny chug their six-pack of top games to watch on a loaded college football weekendSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Boise State reporter B.J. Rains (BroncoNationNews.com) joins Prater and Mallory for a pre-game conversation about San Diego State. Each brings one defensive player and one offensive player who needs to step up against the Aztecs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Mallory to share his four keys to beating San Diego State: Priority: Win the running battle (on offense and defense).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former CFL and NFL player Daved Benefield joins Prater and Mallory for a conversation about his son, Ty Benefield, pictured, who has become a fan favorite through the first three games of the Boise State season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Free Adam Sandler tickets this week (and next), we debate the 'Boise State Relegation/Promotion Model' that became public this week - BSU associate AD Mike Walsh joins IST to share how the idea was born and the reality of what could happen, Bob talks to coaches/players prior to San Diego State game in Bronco Focus, Oregon State and Washington State leaders 'pissed off' and challenging the future of conference realignment (also confirm 'multiple' conversations with Mountain West), Prep Rally with Mountain View football coach Brian ComptonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Boise State associate athletic director Mike Walsh joins Prater and Mallory for an in-depth, in-studio conversation about the conference realignment proposal that became public this week. The proposed idea between Mountain West and Pac-2 programs (and potential new members) could include three conference tiers, with football teams playing late-season games to move up or move down.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

PREP RALLY – EVERY THURSDAY AT 4:30 P.M. DURING THE HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL SEASON: Prater and Johnny talk to Mountain View High football coach Brian Compton, whose squad played Boise High on Thursday night.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Mallory and shares audio highlights from the Andy Avalos coach's show. Guests include wide receiver coach Matt Miller, running back Ashton Jeanty and linebacker Marco Notarainni.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Free Adam Sandler tickets for five consecutive shows, Boise State plays at San Diego State on Friday night - the Broncos have a history of highs and lows on Fridays, BSU quarterback Taylen Green and Bears QB Justin Fields have the same issue (run less, pass more, cluttered mind) - check out how they handled Wednesday press conferences, Bob meets with LB Andrew Simpson in Bronco Focus, Aztecs' insider on what to expect Friday, could relegation come to college football in the West, Idaho running back Nick RomanoSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Mallory to share highlights from Wednesday's interview with linebacker Andrew Simpson. The sophomore is sixth on the team with 13 tackles - he also has a sack and a fumble recovery.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jon Schaeffer, who covers San Diego State football for Sports 760 in San Diego and hosts the Aztecs' pre- and post-game shows, joins Prater and Mallory for a conversation about Boise State's opponent Friday night. SDSU leads the nation in takeaways - but is averaging only 18.75 points a game.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

IST WITH PRATER & THE BALLGAME: Boise State graduates Coby Karl (Broncos) and Bryan Gates (Idaho Stampede) join IST live from Philadelphia - both are now assistant coaches for the 76ers, BSU football and its WR situation could include more Prince Strachan (pictured) in the future, Bob on why San Diego State is the most important game of the season in Bronco Focus, Monday Night Football releases new anthem song/video - how does it compare to others, The Prime Effect keeps producing crazy numbers, money and TV viewershipSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Mallory to share his reasons why Friday night's game in San Diego is huge for the Broncos - and why he's fascinated by the Mountain West opener for both teams.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Boise State basketball legend Coby Karl and former Idaho Stampede head coach Bryan Gates - both BSU graduates - join Prater and Mallory for a live conversation from Philadelphia about their new gigs: Both are first-year assistant coaches with the 76ers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is Boise State the fifth best team in the Mountain West right now - do Fresno State, Air Force, Wyoming and Colorado State (even UNLV?) look better through the eyeball test, meet new fan-favorite and fun-to-watch safety Ty Benefield (a true freshman), Bob with four impressions from the North Dakota victory in Bronco Focus, the NFC might be better than the AFC after two weeks of NFL play, BSU plays at San Diego State on Friday night - but have you seen the amazing lineup of Saturday games, Weekend Winners & Losers See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Mallory to share his four impressions of the Broncos' 42-18 victory over North Dakota on Saturday. No. 1: Much-improved defensive pressure from the line and linebackers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Boise State needs a prescription to get better and we have it - Taylen Green, defensive line, wide receivers and secondary need to respond Saturday morning against North Dakota, Bob presents four keys to a victory in Bronco Focus, what are fans (and players?) doing and how are they preparing for Breakfast on The Blue, B.J. Rains (Bronco Nation News) on the red zone, fumbles, DL pressure and penalties, we preview the college football weekend with our Six-Pack of games to watch, GameDay in Boulder is going to be lit (bring your sunglasses and hat)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Boise State reporter B.J. Rains (BroncoNationNews.com) joins Prater and Mallory for a conversation about four issues that are helping/hurting the Broncos' football team going into Saturday's game against North Dakota.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Mallory to share his four keys to beating North Dakota: Offensive line, secondary, special teams and red zone.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

PREP RALLY – EVERY THURSDAY AT 4:30 P.M. DURING THE HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL SEASON: Prater and Johnny talk to Eagle High coach James Cluphf, who's squad is 3-0 going into Friday night's 5A SIC game at Owyhee (3-1).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colorado State coach Jay Norvell takes a jab at Coach Prime - who fires back and makes Saturday's game in Boulder 'personal,' we ask our listeners for the positive side of Boise State's 0-2 start (yes, there are some positives), Bob talks to RB Ashton Jeanty about his fast start in Bronco Focus, college football parity is adding intrigue to the season, Prep Rally with Eagle football coach James Cluphf, Fantasy Corner with Howard Bender, KTIK Best Bets with Lee SterlingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, shares an interview with starting running back Ashton Jeanty, who's third in the nation in all-purpose yards (182.5 yards per game).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We talk to Boise State football fans - do you need style points Saturday against North Dakota or just a win after the Broncos' 0-2 start, running backs coach James Montgomery on Ashton Jeanty and the depth behind RB1, Bob talks to kick Jonah Dalmas about pressure in Bronco Focus, just how good is this North Dakota team from the Missouri Valley Conference (FCS), Vandals coach Jason Eck on a 2-0 start and playing a third straight road game (at Cal) on SaturdaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Idaho football coach Jason Eck joins Prater and Mallory for a conversation about the program's 2-0 start - its first since 1998. The Vandals play at Cal on Saturday, and Eck touches on his scheduling philosophy in regards to playing future Power Five opponents (Oregon, Washington State and Utah are on the schedule).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, shares an interview with kicker Jonah Dalmas. The former Rocky Mountain High star - who nailed a school record-tying field goal (56 yards) in Saturday's loss to UCF - will go down as one of the most successful kickers in Boise State history.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We take a deep dive into Taylen Green's game - how the Boise State quarterback is struggling with run-pass balance, accuracy, throwing the deep ball and communicating with WRs, coaches Andy Avalos and Bush Hamdan on how TG10 is playing after two games (and how to fix some of the issues), Bob talks to center Garrett Curran about his strong start in Bronco Focus, Jets losing Aaron Rodgers is a Shakespearean tragedy - have you ever experienced one, season debut of Johnny's NFL Penthouse/OuthouseSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, shares an interview with starting center Garrett Curran. The veteran lineman got the gig during fall camp - and has been dominant through two games this season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Boise State fans vent after Broncos fall to UCF, we debate the five-headed monster of who/what to blame - players, coaches, offense, defense or game-day experience, Bob with four impressions of the home opener in Bronco Focus, hear from coaches Andy Avalos and Spencer Danielson, how did Kellen Moore, Scott Matlock, JL Skinner and Cedrick Wilson do on the NFL's opening weekend, Coolest Thing in Sports is happening right now in Boulder, Weekend Winners & LosersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, shares his four impressions from Saturday's 18-16 loss to UCF. He touches on the good (RB Ashton Jeanty) and the bad (defense).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We celebrate third anniversary with listeners in Downtown Boise - free Boise State-UCF tickets, BSU gear and Tropical Smoothies, live guests include BSU athletic director Jeramiah Dickey (new game-day experience) and former QB star Carson Palmer (NFL storylines and Pac-12), Bob with keys to a victory over UCF in Bronco Focus, B.J. Rains on how BSU could rebound Saturday night, CFB Six-Pack of games to watch this weekendSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Heisman Trophy winner and former NFL Draft No. 1 overall pick Carson Palmer joins Prater and Mallory on the eve of the first full NFL weekend. Palmer touches on QBs in the league - and has his own unique thoughts about the potential death of the Pac-12.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Boise State athletic director Jeramiah Dickey joins Prater and Mallory for their third anniversary show on the Grove Plaza in Downtown Boise. Dickey talks about Albertsons Stadium upgrades that fans can expect starting with Saturday's home-opener against UCF.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Boise State reporter B.J. Rains (BroncoNationNews.com) joins Prater and Mallory for a preview of Saturday's home opener against UCF. What needs to happen to avoid an 0-2 start?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, shares his four keys to a victory: QB play, BSU defensive backs, run game and The Blue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Live from Rocket Express, it's a celebration of football - Central Florida at Boise State on Saturday (free tickets) and a new NFL season starting (game broadcast on KTIK), Bob with Taylen Green in Bronco Focus - QB wants to run more in Saturday's home opener, oral history of the 21-game winning streak in home openers, Prater and Johnny share a 12-pack of NFL storylines, Prep Rally with Borah football, Best Bets with Lee Sterling, Fantasy Corner with Howard BenderSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-THURSDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, shares Thursday's interview with Taylen Green. The Broncos' quarterback touches on where he wants to be better Saturday - and if he wants to run more against UCF.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen to Idaho Sports Talk all week to win Boise State-Central Florida tickets, what we learned about Central Florida football - Knights insider joins IST to share strengths and weaknesses of coach Gus Malzahn's squad, Bob (Bronco Focus) talks to BSU defensive coaches Erik Chinander (DL) and Kane Ioane (S) on how to get better after Washington loss, will Colorado be ranked in the Top 25 at the end of the season, Vandals coach Jason Eck on the opportunity to beat NevadaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Murschel, who covers Knights football for the Orlando Sentinel, joins Prater and Mallory for a conversation about the strengths and weaknesses of the Big 12 program that plays Boise State on Saturday inside Albertsons Stadium.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.