Prater & The Ballgame

KTIK NFL DRAFT PARTY IS APRIL 23 AT BURGER N' BREW ON STATE STREET - A $1,000 PRIZE PACKAGE FOR ONE LUCKY WINNER ... Boise State football coach Spencer Danielson lands contract extension through 2030 season - was it necessary and why, Boise State hosts annual Spring Game on Saturday - Bob IDs six players he'll be watching in Bronco Focus, NFL Draft series focuses on EDGE position, some former Boise State players back on the NFL practice fields (we talk about top storylines), Steelheads have home playoff games scheduled for Sunday-Monday-Tuesday, AC Boise picks up first home win, 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 Johnny to talk about six players he can't wait to watch Saturday afternoon in Albertsons Stadium: WR Rasean Jones, RB Harry Stewart, OL Tyler Ethridge, LB Logan Brantley, DB JeRico Washington Jr. and DB Travis Anderson. The Spring Game starts at 1:30.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

KTIK NFL DRAFT PARTY IS APRIL 23 AT BURGER N' BREW ON STATE STREET - A $1,000 PRIZE PACKAGE FOR ONE LUCKY WINNER ... Johnny and Greg take a look at the top tight ends in this year's NFL Draft highlighted by an Idaho Falls native. Bob looks back on what might have happened if Taylen Green stayed at Boise State in Bronco Focus - Does BSU still make the CFP in 2024? There are some good upcoming playoff road trips from Boise if you're a pro sports fan in the area. BJ Rains checks in with the BNN Report as he fills everyone in on where things stand with the BSU men's basketball roster. Greg and Johnny discuss the new normal with Boise State's relationship with the NFL Draft and recap the week with another Friday Five.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 Johnny and Greg to look back and ponder if BSU would have made the CFP with Taylen Green at quarterback in 2024. Taylen Green's dual-threat ability is going to get him drafted into the NFL in one week. Would Green's penchant for running the football himself have taken away from the monster season Ashton Jeanty had?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

KTIK NFL DRAFT PARTY IS APRIL 23 AT BURGER N' BREW ON STATE STREET - A $1,000 PRIZE PACKAGE FOR ONE LUCKY WINNER ... Former Boise State LT Kage Casey - what's the latest on his NFL Draft stock (could he fall to a day-three pick?), Bob talks to new defensive backs coach Terrence Brown in Bronco Focus - can he fix a tackling issue, our NFL Draft position series focuses on linebackers, Boise State basketball lands 6-9 rim protector from Alabama State, AC Boise River Guard drum leader Jonathan Canteros joins the show in studio to talk about the passion behind soccer - and this Saturday night's home game, latest on the Steelheads and their ECHL playoffsSee 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 a spring camp interview with new defensive backs coach Terrence Brown. The former Cal co-defensive coordinator is working with 20 defensive backs this spring, hoping to find five starters. He's also in charge of improving the defense's past tacking issues. "It all starts with the mindset,'' Brown said.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

KTIK NFL DRAFT PARTY IS APRIL 23 AT BURGER N' BREW ON STATE STREET - A $1,000 PRIZE PACKAGE FOR ONE LUCKY WINNER ... Who's the top athletic star on the Boise State campus - is the athletic department starless for the first time in 25+ years (does Jeramiah Dickey or Spencer Danielson count?), Bob talks to DL Roman Caywood about spring camp progress in Bronco Focus, Washington State reporter on the impact new football coach Kirby Moore is making in Pullman, our NFL Draft position series focuses on RBs (Jeremiyah Love!!), Boise State Esports coach Doc Haskell on winning a seventh national championship See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Washington State reporter Greg Woods (The Spokesman-Review) joins Prater and Mallory for a conversation about the Cougars and their first spring camp under new head coach Kirby Moore. Woods talks about the impact the former Boise State WR is having on Washington State football, and what to expect this fall in the new Pac-12.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 the story of Roman Caywood. Bob talked to the 6-3, 240-pound redshirt sophomore about his role on the defensive line - he's taken reps at EDGE and on the opposite side at DE. What's his superpower and what's his role moving forward? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NEW: KTIK NFL DRAFT PARTY IS APRIL 23 AT BURGER N' BREW ON STATE STREET - A $1,000 PRIZE PACKAGE FOR ONE LUCKY WINNER ... There are 14 Idaho high school graduates on the Boise State football roster - who will contribute in 2026 (and who's your favorite?), Bob talks to potential new starting center Stewart Taufa in Bronco Focus, we continue our NFL Draft position preview series by looking at cornerbacks (including Mountain West/Boise State history), NFL reporter Dianna Russini resigns - what's next, who's your favorite Russian athlete, how much are you interested in the NBA postseason that starts Tuesday nightSee 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 the story of Stewart Taufa. The 6-foot-1, 302-pound redshirt freshman is starting at center this spring camp. He's from St. George, Utah, who played his senior year of high school football at Bishop Gorman in Las Vegas. Bob talked to Taufa on Tuesday ... is he the Broncos' center of the future?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NEW: KTIK NFL DRAFT PARTY IS APRIL 23 AT BURGER N' BREW ON STATE STREET - CONTEST/PRIZE DETAILS TO COME ... Boise State football held a closed scrimmage Saturday - Bob shares details from head coach Spencer Danielson in Bronco Focus (plus comments about QB Maddux Madsen from OC Nate Potter), who's the best assistant coach on Danielson's staff, our review of Masters Sunday - can we hope for a Rory-Scottie rivalry this summer, we launch our NFL Draft series with a look at the top wide receivers, 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 a weekend interview with football coach Spencer Danielson. Following Saturday's closed scrimmage, Danielson touched on QB play, the WR room and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NEW: KTIK NFL DRAFT PARTY IS APRIL 23 AT BURGER N' BREW ON STATE STREET - CONTEST/PRIZE DETAILS TO COME ... Boise State football takes part in a closed scrimmage Saturday - Bob (Bronco Focus) gives a preview of what he'd like to see and B.J. (BNN Report) talks about expectations for the defense at the midway point of spring camp, Boise businessman Jim Sterk (Lithia Ford of Boise) on his trip to the Masters (did Rory suck the drama from the weekend with his dominate Friday performance?), what to expect from the Mountain West at the NFL Draft in two weeks, Friday Five - our week in review, with a twistSee 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 thoughts on what football has planned for Saturday's closed scrimmage. Bob's top storylines: QB rotation, tackling, who are the top playmakers and the WR room.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NEW: KTIK NFL DRAFT PARTY IS APRIL 23 AT BURGER N' BREW ON STATE STREET - CONTEST/PRIZE DETAILS TO COME ... Two-part Boise State football spring camp report focuses on priorities for QB Maddux Madsen and an update on the growth of new QBs Cash Herrera and Jackson Taylor, Bob talks to OL coach Tim Keane in Bronco Focus, Rory leads Masters and we dive into conversations about caddies and green jackets, will Notre Dame RB Jeremiyah Love go higher than Ashton Jeanty in the NFL Draft, former Boise State kicker/special teams coach Tyler Rausa on his new business gig - building tracks/artificial turf surfaces in the Treasure ValleySee 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 a conversation with offensive line coach Tim Keane. Four OL with starting experience are missing spring camp for health/injury reasons - and Keane keeps juggling as the coaching staff builds OL depth.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Star resident and longtime CBS cameraman Mark Bowden joins the show live from Augusta where he's covering his 38th Masters from the TV tower on the famed 12th hole - what's the Masters vibe this week, how'd he land the gig and who's going to don a green jacket Sunday afternoon, which happens next for Boise State - football plays in the CFP tournament or basketball in the NCAAs, Bob talks to DL David Latu about spring camp priorities in Bronco Focus, is Jason Kelce starting to show up in too many places (including the Augusta National on Wednesday), our twisted thoughts on the Mike Vrabel-Dianna Russini gossip conversationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark Bowden is a longtime sports-television cameraman who is working his 38th Masters this week - all from the green television tower on the famous 12th hole. Bowden talks about the vibe at Augusta National this week, what makes No. 12 so special, what he keeps with him inside the tower on long work days, and his favorites to compete for a green jacket Sunday afternoon.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 one-on-one interview with redshirt senior defensive lineman David Latu. What are his priorities during spring camp? How is the defensive line going to be more productive in 2026?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ten NFL teams with new head coaches open headquarters for all players - Ashton Jeanty (Raiders) and Khalil Shakir (Bills) showed up on the first day of offseason meetings/conditioning, Jeanty in the Raiders' building with Fernando Mendoza, Tom Brady and Kirk Cousins, we dive into the future of Scott Matlock after Chargers sign new fullback, Mendoza won't attend NFL Draft later this month (why?), former Boise State basketball star Tyson Degenhart on his first season of professional basketball, Masters a rare sporting event where the venue is the star, our review of Monday night's NCAA title game (great game!!)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Boise State basketball star Tyson Degenhart, the leading scorer in program history, joins the show from his home in Toronto. Degenhart just completed his first season in the NBA G League, playing for the (Toronto) Raptors 905. He said he's comfortable with his shooting, spent the season focusing on his defense and has high hopes to one day play in the NBA.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 an interview with returning safety Derek Ganter Jr. There are 20 defensive backs under one position coach this spring camp - Ganter said having all DBs in one room has proven to be advantageous. "It definitely helps a lot,'' he said. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Who wins the NCAA basketball title - UConn coach Dan Hurley or the Michigan Wolverines (best coach vs. best team?), why does the NCAA play football/basketball championship games on Monday nights, Bob talks spring camp position battles with special teams coach Stacy Collins (Bronco Focus), our review of AC Boise soccer and their home debut Saturday night at Expo Idaho, it's Masters week and we celebrate with Overrated/Underrated questions, 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 an interview with specials teams coach Stacy Collins. He breaks down key special teams positions, including early candidates for kick/punt returners.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What we expect to happen Saturday in the Final Four - who's playing in the title matchup Monday night, reminiscing about the five greatest shots in NCAA Tournament history (with audio), Bob talks to EDGE rusher Jayden Virgin-Morgan in Bronco Focus - he's the most experienced player on the roster, latest on a roster rebuild for Boise State basketball in B.J.'s BNN Report, Idaho Steelheads playing huge ECHL hockey games in Downtown Boise this weekend, AC Boise soccer makes its debut at Expo Idaho on Saturday night, Friday Five - our week in review, with a twistSee 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 an interview with EDGE rusher Jayden Virgin-Morgan. The redshirt senior is the most experienced player on the Broncos' roster with 45 games played. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Andrew Meadow makes it official - he's leaving the Boise State basketball program, how much does his loss hurt a depleted roster and what's next for coach Leon Rice and his program, Steelheads rookie Jack Adams (born and raised in the Boston area, longtime college hockey player) on his fascination/fandom for Boise State football, Bob talks to tight end Matt Wagner in Bronco Focus, AC Boise soccer co-founder/CEO Brad Stith on his vision becoming a reality with Saturday night's home debut, what does the QB Kirk Cousins signing mean for Ashton JeantySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jack Adams, a rookie forward with Idaho's ECHL hockey team, joins Prater and Mallory in the KTIK Lithia Ford of Boise Studio to talk about his season in Boise ... and his fascination with Boise State football and former QB star/current Saints head coach Kellen Moore. Adams grew up in Massachusetts - how did he become such a big Boise State fan?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brad Stith, co-founder and CEO of AC Boise soccer (USL League One), joins Prater and Mallory for a conversation about Saturday night's home opener (AC Boise soccer stadium at Expo Idaho). Stith, a Capital High/University of Idaho graduate and longtime former NBA executive, shares the journey behind his vision and what kind of vibe he expects for Saturday's soldout crowd of 6,000-plus.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 an interview with projected starting TE Matt Wagner. He takes over for Matt Lauter, and expectations are growing every day during spring camp.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Who would you rather have back - former Boise State football standout Ty Benefield (now at LSU) or basketball big man Drew Fielder (transfer portal), Boise State basketball coach Leon Rice doesn't seem like the jealous type - how much is he enjoying the success of close coaching friends Mark Few (Hall of Fame weekend) and Tommy Lloyd (Final Four), what has Ashton Jeanty been up to this offseason, what did Kellen Moore do during a "day-drinking'' party with NFL head coaches, Bob's report in Bronco Focus - former Boise State women's basketball standout Natalie Pasco competing in an all-star 3-point shooting contest at the Final Four this weekendSee 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 the story of Boise State women's basketball player Natalie Pasco. The leading 3-point shooter in the Mountain West this past season has been invited to participate in a all-star shooting contest in Indianapolis this weekend. Pasco is the only athlete in the field not from a power conference.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Boise State QB Maddux Madsen meets with the media and talks openly about senior season legacy - what he expects and where he wants to get better, Bob takes a look at the WR room in Bronco Focus, who's left on the Boise State basketball team now that Drew Fielder is gone, top storylines going into the Final FourSee 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 a spring camp report by talking about about wide receivers. Boise State hasn't had an all-league WR since Khalil Shakir. Quarterback Maddux Madsen and wide receiver Cameron Bates answer a simple question: What does it take to become an all-league wide receiver?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Boise State big man Drew Fielder entering transfer portal - what does that mean for the Boise State basketball roster, Bob talks to veteran defensive back Jaden Mickey in Bronco Focus, Boise State football spring camp report, NCAA Tournament down to Final Four, 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 spring camp report by talking to veteran defensive back Jaden Mickey. The Notre Dame transfer is a big part of the Broncos' football/leadership equation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What's up with Boise State basketball standout Drew Fielder - is he staying or going and how do we feel about his future, we each pick our Final Four teams (good luck with your brackets this weekend!!), Boise State football coaches putting 20 defensive backs into a blender - how will the five starting positions shake out, B.J. (BNN Report) shares his thoughts after taking a tour of the new north end zone project inside Albertsons Stadium, Tiger Woods arrested for DUI - again, Friday Five - our week in review with a twistSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Boise State football opens spring camp - our first-day observations on the overall vibe, one standout freshman WR and two freshmen QBs, Bob talks to RBs Dylan Riley and Sire Gaines in Bronco Focus, LT Kage Casey hits the KTIK Lithia Ford of Boise Studio to talk about the NFL Combine, Pro Day and the NFL Draft - what are his plans for next month, who's going to be the next left tackle at Boise State, Boise State basketball roster could be going through serious changes this week, hanging out with our favorite Sweet 16 coaches, voice of the Steelheads Justin Russo on getting better and this week's homestand, remember your first baseball glove - the nostalgia, the smell, the coddling?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Left tackle Kage Casey participated in the NFL Combine last month and Pro Day on campus this week - he is expected to be a top selection in the NFL Draft next month. Casey joins Prater and Mallory in the KTIK Lithia Ford of Boise Studio to share his offseason journey - and thoughts on his future as a professional football player. Also, who's going to be the next left tackle at Boise State?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 separate interviews with the Broncos' only two returning running backs - Dylan Riley and Sire Gaines. Spring camp opened Thursday - both backs are expected to get 50-50 reps this spring and into the 2026 season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's opening week for Major-League Baseball - and we're celebrating by taking a step back in time to think about our first baseball glove. Your first real love? The first thing you slept with? Remember the smell? Remember the feeling? Remember breaking it in - coddling the glove like a baby? Why is there such strong attraction - and strong nostalgia - when it comes to our childhood and our first baseball glove?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Boise State football opens spring camp Thursday morning - three position groups we can't wait to watch (WRs, DBs, backup QBs), Boise State basketball forward RJ Keene leaves the team (and it looks like there will be more), does Arizona have legit chance to finally win another NCAA title, Kellen Moore adds Zach Wilson to his QB room, Seattle sports run continues with solid Sonics news, season debut of Baseball with BobSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Eighteen former Boise State football players were on campus Tuesday for NFL Pro Day - DL Braxton Fely had a monster day and OL Kage Casey had mixed results, Bob shares the Pro Day story of long snapper Mason Hutton in Bronco Focus, Pac-12 faces July 1 membership deadline - do you want a ninth football member (does one exist?) or a continuation of the current flex schedule, we all agree on NCAA Tournament winner: Michigan, Albertsons Boise Open concert lineup includes Nelly, Counting Crows and Hardy, will the NBA be successful/relevant in Las VegasSee 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 thoughts after watching 18 former Broncos work out on campus for NFL Pro Day. DL Braxton Fely had a monster day and OL Kage Casey had mixed results - what about long snapper Mason Hutton? He had a strong day and goes into this NFL offseason with hopes of landing on a roster.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Boise State football coach Spencer Danielson kicks off spring camp with his annual preview press conference - eight players will miss spring ball and there will be intense competition at QB2, running back depth, linebacker and defensive backs, Danielson touches on his relationship with QB Maddux Madsen and the disappointment he felt when DB Ty Benefield left for LSU, NCAA Tournament lacks drama but look at those Sweet 16 matchups (power football money is impacting postseason basketball), eight new Pac-12 teams - how are they positioned to succeed at football and basketball in 2026-27, 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 takeaway from Spencer Danielson's press conference Monday. The Boise State football coach has drastically changed the timing of spring camp - what's his reasoning and how is he trying to benefit? The Broncos open camp Thursday morning; the annual Spring Game is April 25. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Utah State beats Villanova on the second day of the NCAA Tournament - what does that mean for the Mountain West (or the Pac-12 next season?), we rehash our Thursday conversation with Boise State basketball coach Leon Rice (do you like it or hate it?), Bob (Bronco Focus) and B.J. (BNN Report) dive into Boise State football with a preview of spring camp that starts next week, Vandals start strong but run out of steam against Houston, Friday Five - our week in review, with a twistSee 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 thoughts on the Broncos and spring camp. Coach Spencer Danielson kicks off the week Monday with his press conference - will anyone miss spring camp this year? Bob then dives into four position groups to follow: WR, DB, DL, OL. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Boise State basketball coach Leon Rice joins Prater and Mallory in the KTIK Lithia Ford of Boise Studio for a 35-minute conversation - what went wrong/right this season and what's next, veteran forward Jade Miller joins the show in studio to talk about the Idaho Steelheads and why they're playing as the Boise Bigfoot this week, news, updates and analysis of the NCAA Tournament throughout the show, Bob (Bronco Focus) talks about Nebraska's opening victory and how it impacts Boise State, new rules coming to college football - major changes to the targeting penaltySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Leon Rice joins Prater and Mallory in the KTIK Lithia Ford of Boise Studio for a candid 35-minute conversation about the mixed results of this past season - and what kind of changes are expected this offseason. Rice shares what went wrong/what went right, his role this season, his offseason priorities and what he's doing to improve the roster going into the new Pac-12. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.