Prater & The Ballgame

With preseason magazines already hitting the stands, what's the picture for Pac-12 quarterbacks in 2026 - four of eight teams have established starters, B.J. (BNN Report) on how the Boise State football roster changed with the addition of 14 new names on the roster, is sports gambling legal in Idaho - (no, maybe, yes?), it's a monster sports weekend in the Treasure Valley - what event are you attending, NBA and NHL finals could be over this weekend, World Cup party starts for the USA, Baseball with BobSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pocatello native Julian Bowie, in his third season with the Boise State basketball program, is on the court this week as the Broncos go through their summer program. The combo guard missed almost all of last season after his father died. Bowie talks about his emotional journey, his return to basketball, coach Leon Rice's rebuilt roster and what he expects this season in a return to active basketball. PHOTO: Courtesy of Boise State AthleticsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-THURSDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Johnny to share his interview with football general manager Brandon Jones. The Broncos are in the middle of June camp season - Bob takes a look at the importance of high school-aged camps. The Broncos aren't doing a team camp this summer so the emphasis is on individuals (and future/potential recruits). "In the end, in-person evaluation is everything,'' Jones said.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Boise State football coach Spencer Danielson called into the show Wednesday to share the story of a photo he posted on social media earlier in the day - hanging out on The Blue with Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney. Danielson said Swinney showed up in the Boise State complex unannounced, and walked into a team leadership meeting. He was on his way home after a family vacation in Montana, Danielson said. PHOTO COURTESY OF SPENCER DANIELSON'S X PAGESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Boise State has two openings on its 2027 football schedule and is shopping for one Power Four road game - we do the homework to find out which teams are available for one game next season (Cal? Stanford? Miami? Alabama? Texas A&M?), Spencer Danielson calls into the show - why was Dabo Swinney on The Blue on Wednesday, Bob (Bronco Focus) talks to GM Brandon Jones about the importance of June camp season for Boise State football, Kellen Moore talks about consistency and building his offense with the Saints, K.J. - our office soccer geek - on top players/stars to watch in the World CupSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-THURSDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Johnny to share his interview with Boise State football general manager Brandon Jones. The Broncos are in the middle of June camp season - Bob takes a look at the importance of youth camps (up to eighth grade). "Planting seeds at a young age,'' Jones said. Thursday: The impact of camps for high school-aged athletes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-THURSDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Greg to share his interview with former Boise State wide receiver Billy Bowens (2018-23). Bowens, out of football for a while, is playing for the Jacksonville Sharks of the Indoor Football League. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Greg sitting in for Johnny, we dive into Saturday night at Albertsons Stadium - Hot Wheels Monster Truck show with Ashton Jeanty drew 30,000 fans, what's next as Boise State continues to pursue different entertainment avenues for raising money, how much did Jeanty's appearance impact the show - and what did he have to say before heading back to Raiders training camp, Bob (Bronco Focus) talks to coach Leon Rice about his new roster after first day of Boise State basketball summer practice, Brendan Sorsby gambling scandal (and Monday's shocking court decision) could be good for college athletes, Weekend Winners & LosersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-THURSDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Greg to share his thoughts after meeting with Boise State basketball coach Leon Rice on Monday. It was the first day of summer conditioning for the Broncos and their revamped roster. What were Bob's observations? What did Rice say about his new team?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From Ashton Jeanty and Hot Wheels Monster Trucks to Banana Ball to Boise State football camp in August, it's a busy summer for The Blue - senior associate AD Chris Kutz joins the show to talk about the summer schedule and how it works while a new blue turf is installed, College Football Hall of Famer and former NFL quarterback Jake Plummer (Capital High) in studio to catch up on his annual summer camp - and what he's up to these days, B.J. (BNN Report) on Boise State pursuing Opening Round basketball games for the newly expanded NCAA Tournament in 2027, Friday Five - our week in review with a twist, World Cup storylines that intrigue us, Baseball with Bob (college postseason preview)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former quarterback star Jake Plummer (Capital High, Arizona State, NFL) joins the show in the KTIK Lithia Ford of Boise Studio to talk about his annual camp - The Plummer Challenge to benefit the Idaho Youth Sports Commission. The camp is Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Morley Nelson Elementary School. The camp is free for all participating children. Plummer talks about what makes his camp so unique - and what he's up to these days. PHOTO: Courtesy of the Idaho Youth Sports CommissionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Boise State basketball coach Max Rice joins the show in the KTIK Lithia Ford of Boise Studio to talk about his new role - and how he plans to impact the basketball program coached by his dad Leon Rice, Ryan Dinwiddie on his new role in the Canadian Football League and thoughts on becoming a Boise State Hall of Famer, giving away tickets to meet Ashton Jeanty at the Hot Wheels Monster Truck show at Albertsons Stadium on Saturday, The Blue is covered up for Saturday's show - that can leave fans a bit emotional, Bob (Bronco Focus) continues his tour of Mountain West memories - worst losses, NBA and NHL playoffs full of surprises and dominanceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Boise State basketball standout Max Rice joins Prater and Mallory in the KTIK Lithia Ford of Boise Studio - his first day on a new job. Rice is Boise State's new assistant coach after completing a quick professional career in Australia. He joins his father, head coach Leon Rice, on the Broncos' staff. His thoughts. His plan to improve Boise State basketball. His future.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Boise State QB star Ryan Dinwiddie joins the show to talk about his new gig, which kicks off this weekend - head coach, general manager, offensive coordinator and play-caller for the Ottawa Redblacks. The Canadian Football League veteran kicks off another season in the league Saturday - what does he think about rebuilding a franchise into a CFL contender? PHOTO: Courtesy of the Ottawa RedblacksSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-THURSDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Johnny to continue his Mountain West memory tour. The Broncos didn't do a lot of losing during their 15 seasons in the MW - but some of those losses will sting forever. From TCU in 2011 to UTEP in 2022 and Colorado State in 2023 - which one hurt the most?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Boise State QB standout Brett Rypien on why he's coming to Boise this weekend - and his future in the NFL, Boise State officially adds former basketball player Max Rice to Leon Rice's coaching staff, what Pac-12 commissioner Teresa Gould had to say in Washington D.C. on Wednesday, starting to get a clearer picture of the Pac-12's bowl future, Bob (Bronco Focus) goes down Mountain West memory lane - best wins during the 15-year era, preview of the NBA FinalsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Boise State QB standout Brett Rypien, who has been in the NFL with several teams since 2019, joins Prater and Mallory to talk about his future in the league. He's a free agent this offseason and still working out - but is coaching his next move in the NFL? Rypien is in Boise on Friday and Saturday for the annual Gridiron Dreams Football Academy, featuring several former Boise State players. Camp and registration information is attached, including a KTIK promo code for a 15 percent registration discount. Website: GridironDreams.net with promo code KTIK15.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-THURSDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Johnny to continue his Mountain West memory tour. The Broncos won 75 percent of their football games during 15 seasons in the MW - what are the top six victories, according to Bob.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Giving away free tickets to the Hot Wheels Monster Truck show Saturday at Albertsons Stadium - chance to win tickets to meet/hang with Ashton Jeanty later this week, Boise State football is 9-8 all-time against QBs who became first-round draft picks in the NFL (Dante Moore next?), Bob continues his series of Mountain West football memories in Bronco Focus - special teams milestones, how many pairs of tennis shoes/sneakers do you own and what was the most you've paid, remembering 1999 - last time the Knicks and Spurs played in the NBA Finals, previewing the Stanley Cup with NHL reporter/former Steelheads play-by-play voice Rob SimpsonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-THURSDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Johnny to continue his Mountain West memory tour. The Broncos have produced several top kickers and punters over the past 15 seasons - but this conversation centers around one of Bob's all-time favorite Boise State football players ... special teams guru Avery Williams.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Boise State QB Kellen Moore lands on College Football Hall of Fame ballot for the seventh time - 2027 ballot also includes Mike Leach, NFL headlines on Russell Wilson (headed to TV), A.J. Brown (headed to Patriots) and Myles Garrett (headed to Rams), Bob with Boise State football and its top five defensive players during the Mountain West era (Bronco Focus), Jonah Dalmas has career kicking day in the UFL, what you watching - NBA Finals or Stanley Cup Final (or both?), June is a solid sports month - we rank the top 10 events with a shot of Blue Ice Vodka, Weekend Winners & Losers See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-THURSDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Johnny to continue his Mountain West memory tour. The Broncos spent 15 seasons in the MW - Bob has identified the top five defensive plays from those seasons (plays from the Kellen Moore season in 2011 to Seyi Oladipo's dramatics in 2024).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What sports/entertainment events would you love to see on The Blue - we have a few thoughts and so do our listeners, B.J. (BNN Report), Prater and Johnny go through the Boise State football schedule and predict the first 11 games (9-2 or 7-4?), new College of Western Idaho athletic director Mahmood Sheikh joins the show in the KTIK Lithia Ford of Boise Studio to talk about starting a new athletic program (#OtterProud), Friday Five - our week in review with a twist, Baseball with Bob (and no-hitters)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mahmood Sheikh has spent more than 20 years working with college athletics in the state of Idaho - he's now the inaugural athletic director at the Treasure Valley-based College of Western Idaho. The native of Moscow, a University of Idaho graduate and a longtime Vandals employee joins Prater and Mallory in the KTIK Lithia Ford of Boise Studio to talk about the Otters, building a national junior college program from scratch and how he plans to focus on local high school student-athletes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-THURSDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Johnny and Greg to share wide receiver memories during the Broncos' 15-year run in the Mountain West. Bob highlights plays made by Thomas Sperbeck and Cedrick Wilson Jr.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Boise State Football WR Khalil Shakir, now with the Buffalo Bills, joins Johnny and Greg to talk about his second annual Shakir Fest which is a two-day event taking place on June 5 and 6, his relationship with Spencer Danielson and talking with Boise State's wide receivers that have followed him, and how his golf game is.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Boise State Football fans got a nice surprise on Thursday with the announcement that Ashton Jeanty will be back at Albertsons Stadium on June 6, Johnny and Greg discuss the NBA and Stanley Cup Playoffs and which league has been winning the spring postseason, Bob looks back on the best WR performances in Boise State's Mountain West era, Johnny and Greg also get into the biggest football games for the PAC 12 in 2026 against power four opponents, catch up with Khalil Shakir in advance of Shakir Fest and talk about rookie NFL head coaches that have the most pressure on them.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Boise State/Pac-12 release updated schedules for the 2026 football season and it appears to be fan friendly - no Fridays and plenty of day games on Saturdays (but get used to new TV destinations), Bob pays tribute to Boise State RBs during the Mountain West era in Bronco Focus, what's up with Treasure Valley high school products Scott Matlock (Chargers) and Lan Larison (Patriots) in their NFL camps, why are Johnny and Kellen Moore no longer friends, U.S. senators hoping for drastic changes to college sports (what does Jeramiah Dickey have to say about that), are the Vegas Golden Knights the best-run franchise in sports See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-THURSDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Johnny to share running back memories during the Broncos' 15-year run in the Mountain West. Naturally, Bob focuses on Ashton Jeanty - but Boise State's list of RBs during the Mountain West era would stack up against almost any college football program in America. THURSDAY: Boise State wide receiver memories from the MW era.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Boise State kicking standout and NCAA record-holder Jonah Dalmas joins the show to talk about his new UFL gig - how he got it and what's next for his professional career, former Boise State players hit the NFL practice field for OTA camps (Demarcus Lawrence an expected no-show in Seattle), Bob (Bronco Focus) shares Boise State and QB memories in the Mountain West era, how flag football is making an impact in the NFL, Olympics, NCAA Power Four programs - and at the high school level in the Treasure Valley (perspective from Optimist Youth Football president Jerron Moore) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jonah Dalmas (Rocky Mountain High), who hasn't been at Boise State since the 2024 Fiesta Bowl, joins Prater and Johnny to talk about his past few weeks - a kicker for the Columbus Aviators in the United Football League. He's played two games, with one more to go this Sunday (4p.m. MT on FOX). How'd the gig happen? What's next for the Boise State and NCAA record-holder? PHOTO COURTESY OF COLUMBUS/UFLSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-THURSDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Johnny to share quarterback memories during the Broncos' 15-year run in the Mountain West (14 different quarterbacks started for Boise State during the time). Bob touches on Kellen Moore, Hank Bachmeier and Jack Sears but settles on Brett Rypien for producing the single biggest QB highlight during Boise State's time in the MW. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Boise State WR standout Cedrick Wilson Jr. joins the show to talk about his new gig with the Lions, B.J. dives into the Jeramiah Dickey/Kentucky AD vacancy in his BNN Report, AC Boise soccer captain Charlie "Chaz'' Adams on his journey from London to Boise, burgers/dogs car racing and Kyle Busch this Memorial Day Weekend, Baseball with Bob - top storylines now that the MLB season is nearing the end of MaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cedrick Wilson Jr., one of the top wide receivers in Boise State history, joins Prater and Ballgame for a conversation about signing with the Detroit Lions. The NFL veteran wasn't sure he'd be picked up this offseason - now he's hoping to make an impact with a Super Bowl-contending roster. Plus, an interesting conversation about his recent stop at Boise State.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Boise State football - most important, third and final day of the annual Behler Awards: Best Male Athlete, Best Female Athlete, Coach of the Year, Team of the Year, plus more on national football, basketball and the passing of NASCAR icon Kyle BuschSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-THURSDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Johnny and Greg to present his third and final day of The Behlers: Male Athlete of the Year, Female Athlete of the Year, Coach of the Year, Team of the YearSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Boise State RB Ashton Jeanty hits the Raiders' practice field with rookie QB Fernando Mendoza - what did Jeanty (and head coach Klint Kubiak) have to say after practice, what would you do if you had a free/open night of entertainment on The Blue, Bob announces four more Behler Awards in Bronco Focus - Best Individual Performance, Best Play of the Year, Most Memorable Game and Most Important Win, Idaho native Sting Ray Robb joins the show to talk about making his fourth start in the Indy 500 on SundaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sting Ray Robb joins the show from Indianapolis, where he lives and works, including Sunday's Indy 500. Born in Boise, he talks about a disappointing qualifying performance, his expectations for finishing the race and his pre-race plan starting Saturday night. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-THURSDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Johnny to present The Behlers. On Wednesday, with his audio play-by-play, Behler presented four awards: Best Individual Performance, Best Play of the Year, Most Memorable Game, Most important Win. Thursday: Top Male, Top Femaie, Top Coach, Top Team.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Raiders and Browns are in OTA camps this week - how does that impact former Boise State players Ashton Jeanty and Taylen Green, what Raiders' QB would be best for Jeanty's career (Mendoza or Cousins?), Nashville lands 2030 Super Bowl, Bob starts three days of The Behler Awards in Bronco Focus, it's Boise Hawks opening daySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-THURSDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Johnny to present The Behlers. On Tuesday, he presented four annual awards, based on performances during the 2025-26 athletic season: Top Male Freshman, Top Female Freshman, Top Male Newcomer, Top Female Newcomer: Rest of the week: Top Moments (Wednesday) and Top Male/Top Femaie/Top Coach/Top Team (Thursday).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Updated details on the Pac-12 vs. Mountain West lawsuit, Boise State football, Bob visits Utah State football in Bronco Focus, best sports atmospheres, Weekend Winners & LosersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-THURSDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Johnny to recap Utah State's football program and the progress the Aggies made in their spring camp under coach Bronco MendenhallSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NFL releases 2026 schedule and the league does no favors for Ashton Jeanty, Fernando Mendoza and the Raiders (how many wins for Ashton ... and Kellen this season?), Boise State assistant basketball coach Tim Duryea retires, what does that mean for Leon Rice and next season's staff (also, the latest on Max Rice joining the staff), B.J. dives deep into Rice and his changing staff in his BNN Report, Baseball with Bob - update on the new ABS system, Friday Five - our week in review, with a twistSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The CFP college football tournament could be headed to 24 teams - or should it be 16, we debate the pros and cons of future formats, Bob (Bronco Focus) continues post-spring tour of new Pac-12 football teams (Texas State), do you get fired up for NFL schedule release day, we recap our separate interviews with Jeramiah Dickey (job offers), Spencer Danielson (roster) and Leon Rice (coaching staff), we have some fun with sports rules (tardy for your tee time?)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-THURSDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Johnny to recap Texas State's football program and the progress the Bobcats made in their spring camp under coach G.J. Kinne. Bob's tops storyline: Upstart Texas State (from the Sun Belt) has a returning QB who is the team's best player - and his No. 1 wide receiver is back, too.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Boise State basketball coach Leon Rice joins the show in the KTIK Lithia Ford of Boise Studio to talk about six new players - and what makes them "dogs," Rice on changes to his coaching staff and what one opportunity means for former player/son Max Rice, Bob (Bronco Focus) continues his post-spring tour of new Pac-12 football members (Fresno State), former Boise State kicker Jonah Dalmas lands starting gig in the UFL (debut with Columbus Aviators at 11 a.m. Sunday on Fox), pros/cons of more international games in the NFLSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Leon Rice, who joins the show in the KTIK Lithia Ford of Boise Studio, had six roster spots to fill this offseason - and he was searching for players with a "dog'' mentality. Who are the six players he found? What does he love about each one of them? And what's the latest on former player/son Max Rice joining the Broncos' coaching staff?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-THURSDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Johnny to recap Fresno State's football program and the progress the Bulldogs made in their spring camp under coach Matt Entz. Bob's tops storylines: Fresno State is looking for an improved defense - and a new quarterback.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Boise State AD Jeramiah Dickey, in the KTIK Lithia Ford of Boise Studio, talks about a unique sports year, job offers and being a national voice for the Broncos' athletic department, Boise State football coach Spencer Danielson told KTIK that his roster has one final opening - what position makes the most sense, Bob (Bronco Focus) continues his tour of new Pac-12 football programs by looking into Oregon State, will LeBron James play a 24th season in the NBASee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeramiah Dickey, who joins Prater and Mallory in the Lithia Ford of Boise Studio for his monthly appearance on KTIK, talks about the past athletic season - what made it unique, how he processes job offers (Kentucky?), the Pac-12 football schedule, jersey patches (local or national?) and other business he's paying attention to this summer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.