Prater & The Ballgame

Giving away free tickets to Boise State-Fresno State football this week, Boise State has four regular season opponents remaining - Fresno State, San Diego State, Colorado State and Utah State, which of those four programs is best-suited to make the transition into a new Pac-12 in 2026, Bob talks to left tackle Kage Casey in Bronco Focus, Fresno radio personality Christopher Gabriel on what to expect from the Bulldogs on Saturday, will Dan Lanning be Oregon's head coach when the Ducks host Boise State next season, what are adults doing with Halloween on a Friday nightSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Longtime Fresno State radio personality Christopher Gabriel (KMJ Radio) joins Prater and Mallory to talk about Saturday afternoon's football game between Boise State and the Bulldogs (1:30 p.m., Albertsons Stadium). Gabriel updates Fresno State's QB situation for Saturday's game - and dives into the economics (NIL?) of the city as the underfunded program heads into 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 his interview with left tackle Kage Casey. One of four team captains, Casey describes how the Broncos' OL has fixed its penalty issues. He also touches on Boise State's run-game, red-zone issues that cropped up last week against Nevada. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Giving away Boise State-Fresno State tickets this week, Boise State is a dominant 4-0 at home and 2-2 on the road - other than level of competition, what are the statistical differences as the Broncos host Fresno State on Saturday, where has Boise State improved this season, Bob talks to former Fresno State RB Malik Sherrod in Bronco Focus, how would Ashton Jeanty's 2024 Heisman campaign stack up against a P4/quarterback-heavy field in 2025, Steelheads hockey coach Everett Sheen on his squad - and three home games in Downtown Boise this week, Kellen Moore makes a QB change in New Orleans, how do we feel about heavily involved pro sports owners like the Colts' Carlie Irsay-GordonSee 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 interview with senior running back Malik Sherrod. The former Fresno State player, who joined the Boise State roster this past season, welcomes his former team to Albertsons Stadium on Saturday afternoon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Giving away tickets this week to the Boise State-Fresno State game on Saturday, we recap the Boise State-Nevada game starting with the Broncos' pass offense - why is it so inconsistent, hear from coaches Spencer Danielson and Nate Potter on offensive struggles, top WR Chris Marshall suspended for the week (what does that mean for the passing game?), Bob (Bronco Focus) and Pete with their analysis of what happened last Friday in Reno, Kellen makes a QB change in New Orleans, 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 recap of the Broncos' 24-3 victory at Nevada last Friday night. His No. 1 takeaway: Boise State's defense is on fire!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We preview the Boise State-Nevada football game - covering all angles from the passing game, to special teams, defense and how many Broncos' fans show up, Bob (Bronco Focus) and B.J. (Bronco Nation News Report) with live game previews from Reno, Idaho Steelheads play their ECHL hockey home-opener in Downtown Boise, our Six Pack of the top college football games of the weekend, Friday Five - our week in review, with a twistSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Boise State reporter B.J. Rains (BroncoNationNews.com) joins Prater and Mallory from Reno, where he's covering the Boise State-Nevada game. Rains touches on Boise State injuries (WR Ben Ford, S Zion Washington), how many Boise State fans will attend this game and two weekend games that could impact the Broncos' future - San Diego State at Fresno State and USF at Memphis. 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 game-changing keys that could lead to a victory at Nevada on Friday night. No. 1: Fast start/eliminate early emotions the Wolf Pack could bring to this game. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Boise State plays at Nevada on Friday night - how will the Broncos' defense do against the Wolf Pack and their struggling offense, new Nevada QB Carter Jones (true freshman) has provided a slight spark after starting the past two games, Bob sits down with LB Marco Notarainni in Bronco Focus, who's the second best team in the Mountain West behind Boise State, QB Maddux Madsen gets engaged (and we have a new song for him!), Boise State basketball predicted to finish third in the Mountain West, 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, joins Prater and Mallory to share his interview with senior captain Marco Notarainni - the "heart and soul'' of the Broncos' roster, according to Bob.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Boise State football plays at Nevada on Saturday - what do we think about Wolf Pack coach Jeff Choate, the former Boise State assistant (with extensive Idaho ties) has an edgy persona and shares a lot of respect for the history of the series, who are some of your favorite old-time edgy coaches, we compare the two cities, good and bad - Boise vs. Reno, Boise State loses WR Ben Ford for the season (lower leg), Bob examines the Broncos' final five regular season games in Bronco Focus, new Steelheads captain Nick Canade (in studio) on this weekend's home-opening hockey games in Downtown BoiseSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Canadian forward Nick Canade, in his fourth ECHL hockey season with the Idaho Steelheads, joins Prater and Mallory in the KTIK RoePaint.com Studio to talk about his new role as captain of the 2025-26 team. The Steelheads open their home schedule against Utah on Friday and Saturday nights in Idaho Central Arena in Downtown Boise. PHOTO COURTESY of the Idaho SteelheadsSee 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 big-picture preview of football's final five games of the regular season. Looking at the schedule, the opponents, and games throughout the Mountain West, what are the possibilities of Boise State running the table and hosting the league title game in December?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Tampa Bay offensive coordinator and head coach Dirk Koetter shares his memories of three NFL seasons with former running back Doug Martin, more details released about Martin's death, in honor of Martin - which former Boise State had/is having the best NFL career, quarterback Maddux Madsen gets engaged, Bob talks to punter/thrower Oscar Doyle in Bronco Focus, what's the better job - Colorado State or Oregon State, Johnny and his emotional Monday night with the MarinersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Tampa Bay Bucs offensive coordinator/head coach Dirk Koetter (2015-18) joins Prater and Mallory for a conversation about the three seasons he spent in the NFL with former running back Doug Martin. Koetter coached at Boise State. Martin played at Boise State. Together, they produced a lot of yards and shared a unique bond in the NFL, though the relationship was mostly business, Koetter said. Martin died over the weekend at the age of 36. Photo courtesy Tampa Bay BucsSee 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 junior punter Oscar Doyle. The Aussie is averaging 44.7 yards a punt. More important, Doyle has completed 2-of-2 passes for 21 yards and a TD.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We dedicate Monday's show to former Boise State/NFL running back star Doug Martin, who died Saturday in Oakland, California, at the age of 36, updated details about what led to his death, Boise State memories, NFL memories, Bob plays Martin's career highlights in Bronco Focus, what coaches Spencer Danielson and Nate Potter said about Martin, Dylan Riley turns in another monster game at running back (201 yards in - how should carries in the RB room be distributed for the rest of the season?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Boise State offensive lineman and current BSU radio analyst Pete Cavender joins Prater and Mallory for his weekly Monday segment. He went into Saturday's game vs. UNLV looking for three factors: Limit big plays, stay consistent for four quarters, win the turnover battle. How did Pete do? He also talks about the weekend death of former teammate Doug Martin.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 thoughts on the passing of former Boise State/NFL running back Doug Martin. He died over the weekend in Oakland, California. He was 36. Behler, who called every play of Martin's career in Boise, also shares his four favorite highlight moments.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BOISE STATE FOOTBALL POST-GAME CALL-IN SHOW: What fans and listeners said after the Broncos' dominant victory over previously undefeated UNLV on Saturday inside Albertsons Stadium. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Boise State-UNLV game previews with Bob (Bronco Focus), B.J. (Bronco Nation News Report) and Petros Papadakis (FS1 color analyst), our Six Pack of the best college football games of the weekend, Friday Five - top stories of the week with our opinionated spinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Giving away Boise State-UNLV tickets this week, Bob previews the UNLV game in Bronco Focus by talking to Spencer Danielson, Jeremiah Earby and Mason Randolph, what are crowd/fan expectations for Saturday's game in Albertsons Stadium, Ashton Jeanty switches NFL agents - joins powerful agency, Seahawks RB George Holani joins the show after Thursday's practice, Fantasy Corner with Howard Bender, KTIK Best Bets with Lee Sterling (who does he have in the Boise State-UNLV game?)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

George Holani, in his second season with the Seahawks, joins Prater and Mallory straight from the practice field Thursday afternoon. He's found a niche role in Seattle, playing on special teams (scoring one memorable TD) and getting his limited shots at running back. Holani also talks about his friendship with fellow NFL running back (and former Boise State teammate) Ashton Jeanty.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 highlights of conversations with head coach Spencer Danielson, cornerback Jeremiah Earby and offensive lineman Mason Randolph. Boise State hosts undefeated UNLV on Saturday afternoon in Albertsons Stadium.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Giving away tickets to the Boise State-UNLV game this week, quarterback Maddux Madsen on threats he's received from fans, Bob talks football and UNLV with Madsen in Bronco Focus, we recap what Boise State athletic director Jeramiah Dickey said this week about fans, former Boise State/NFL offensive line standout Charles Leno Jr. on retirement, blue turf and what's next, basketball coaches Leon Rice (Boise State) and Alex Pribble (Idaho) on Friday night's exhibition in Downtown Boise, where does Raiders RB Ashton Jeanty sit in the Offensive Rookie of the Year watchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Charles Leno Jr., who last played in the NFL in 2023, officially retired Tuesday and joins Prater and Mallory on Wednesday to talk about his decision, the timing, his Boise State and NFL career, and what's next as a #GirlDad. Leno also talks about buying a new blue turf for his high school team in California. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Basketball coaches Leon Rice (Boise State) and Alex Pribble (Idaho) join Prater and Mallory for separate interviews, regarding Friday night's exhibition game in Idaho Central Arena in Downtown Boise. Why is this game important to both programs? Why is the game an exhibition? What about the potential for more games in the future?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 Wednesday's interview with Maddux Madsen. The quarterback touches on criticism he's received this year, how he was influenced by previous Boise State QBs Hank Bachmeier and Taylen Green, and what he thinks about the Broncos' 2025 offense.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Giving away Boise State-UNLV tickets this week, Boise State athletic director Jeramiah Dickey, live in studio, touches on Saturday's soldout UNLV game, keeping UNLV on future football schedules, his frustration over fans leaving last week's game early and his long-term plans for ExtraMile Arena, Boise State WR Ben Ford (Eagle High) on his increased roll in the Broncos' offense (five TDs this season, all at home), what UNLV coach Dan Mullen said this week about the state of Idaho, Boise State fans and the blue turf, Bob takes a look at the past three Boise State-UNLV games in Bronco FocusSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ASK THE AD WITH JD - THE SECOND TUESDAY OF EVERY MONTH ON KTIK: Boise State athletic director Jeramiah Dickey joins Prater and Mallory in the KTIK RoePaint.com Studio for a conversation about soldout UNLV week, keeping the Rebels on future schedules, fans in the stands on game day, his red-hot Twitter game and #What'sNext? now that he controls ExtraMile Arena?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Boise State wide receiver Ben Ford (Eagle HS) joins Prater and Mallory for a sit-down interview inside the Broncos' football complex. Ford, a redshirt senior, is healthy (ACL) for the second straight season, has caught five touchdown passes this year (all at home) and plans to return to Boise State in 2026 (medical hardship).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 recap the last three meeting between Boise State and UNLV. The Broncos won all three meetings, including twice in the Mountain West Championship Game.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Giving away UNLV-Boise State football tickets this week (listen to the show 3-6p weekdays to win a pair of tickets), we break down Saturday's win over New Mexico and how it happened, Bob (Bronco Focus) and Pete share their recaps of the 41-25 victory over the Lobos, Spencer Danielson and Jeramiah Dickey on fans and their mass exodus in the second half of Saturday's game, how would we feel if Bryan Harsin became a head-coach candidate at Oregon State, our 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 recap of the Broncos' 41-25 victory over the Lobos. Bob's biggest takeaway: Boise State keeps stacking interceptions and the defense continues to get better.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BOISE STATE FOOTBALL POST-GAME CALL-IN SHOW: Prater and Mallory break down the Broncos' mixed-results victory over the Lobos on Saturday night inside Albertsons Stadium. The defense turned in an elite performance, while the offense and special teams had their ups and downs. Next: Undefeated UNLV next Saturday afternoon on the blue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Live from the Ridley's Family Market Tailgate Party in Weiser, Boise State hosts New Mexico in Albertsons Stadium on Saturday night and all eyes will be on QB Maddux Madsen & Co., Bob (Bronco Focus) says a victory starts with being a better running team than the Lobos, former Weiser High/BYU/NFL standout Hans Olsen on growing up in Weiser - and hanging out with the Bachmeier family, B.J. (Bronco Nation News) on what it means that the athletic department has taken over ExtraMile Area, our Six Pack of top college football games to watch this weekend, Friday Five - a look back at our favorite topics of the weekSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

RONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Mallory to preview Saturday night's home game against the Lobos. His No. 1 key: Be a better running team than New MexicoSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Live from Broadway on The Rocks/Albertsons on Broadway, Spencer Danielson joins Bob in Bronco Focus to preview Saturday night's home game against New Mexico, Raiders insider on RB Ashton Jeanty and his role under Chip Kelly/Pete Carroll, meet the seven former Idaho Vandals on the Lobos' roster, Mountain West appears to be better than expected, Fantasy Corner with Howard Bender, KTIK Best Bets with Lee SterlingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jesse Merrick, host of the Silver & Black Sports Network, joins Prater and Mallory from Las Vegas to talk about RB Ashton Jeanty - his slow start, his growing success, his relationship with offensive coordinator Chip Kelly. How does head coach Pete Carroll come into play after a 1-4 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, joins Prater and Mallory to share a interview with football coach Spencer Danielson. Danielson talks about the team vibe after a loss - and his respect for a New Mexico team that coach Jason Eck is bringing to town.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We've identified (and explain) four overachievers on this year's Boise State football team - RB Dylan Riley, WR Ben Ford, LB Boen Phelps and S Zion Washington (who did we miss?), who are the overachievers and best players/coaches/QBs in the Mountain West so far this season, Bob talks to consistent safety Ty Benefield in Bronco Focus, what is Brett Rypien's future in the NFL, Idaho State athletic director Pauline Thiros on the 2030 game against Boise State and the impact football coach Cody Hawkins has made in Pocatello, which is better - Kibbie Dome in Moscow or the ICCU Dome (Minidome/Holt Arena) in Pocatello?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 a interview with safety Ty Benefield. He's been the most consistent player on Boise State's defense this season - is it good enough to attract the attention of NFL scouts this offseason or could he return to Boise for another year?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Idaho State athletic director Pauline Thiros joins Prater and Mallory for a two part conversation - how the Boise State-ISU game in 2030 came together (could there be more?) and how football coach Cody Hawkins has impacted the Bengals' program and the Pocatello community.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What is the biggest issue for Boise State football - tackling, penalties, lack of takeaways (we have opinions, what are yours?), Boise State-Idaho State schedule a game for 2030 (what's up with the Vandals?), Bob (Bronco Focus) talks to EDGE Jayden Virgin-Morgan on production, New Mexico coach Jason Eck on Saturday night's game at Boise State, NFL reports on RB Ashton Jeanty and LG Ezra Cleveland (did you see what he did Monday night?)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Mexico football coach Jason Eck, previously with the Idaho Vandals, joins Prater and Mallory for a conversation about Saturday's game at Albertsons Stadium - Lobos vs. Boise at 7:45 p.m. Eck touches on last week's loss at San Jose State and his memories of coaching on the blue - and the overall successful impact he's had on the program in Albuquerque.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 a interview with team captain Jayden Virgin-Morgan. Sack production from the redshirt junior is down from 2024 (10 last season, 1.5 through five games this season), but he says he's gained 10 pounds and is contributing in other areas, including an increased focus to help stop the run.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The crew breaks down what happened in Boise State's 28-7 loss at Notre Dame - specifically the role of QB Maddux Madsen and the offense, the Broncos are 0-7 vs. P4 programs since the start of the NIL era (does Boise State need to do more?), coach Spencer Danielson on the loss, Madsen and his NIL priorities moving forward, Bob with his four impressions of the Notre Dame experience in Bronco Focus, what analyst Pete Cavender said about the loss, the story and details behind Kellen Moore's first win as NFL head coachSee 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 recap of the the Broncos' weekend at Notre Dame. He touches on the experience of visiting the South Bend campus - then focuses on what went wrong in the 28-7 loss.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

POST-GAME CALL-IN SHOW: There is plenty to talk about - and plenty of calls from frustrated fans/listeners - after the Broncos lost to the Irish in Saturday afternoon's mistake-filled game in South Bend. QB Maddux Madsen struggled with four interceptions, but the run-pass game never clicked, the OL/DL was outmatched against Notre Dame, and tackling was an issue. Again. Boise State is 3-2 with New Mexico coming to Albertsons Stadium next Saturday ... What has you most upset after what you watched Saturday? Where do you have confidence in this team getting better as it dives into the meat of its Mountain West schedule?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.