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With one week left in fall camp, Oregon’s 2026 depth chart is taking shape heading into the Boise State opener, led by Dante Moore at quarterback with buzz around Akili Smith Jr., a developing backfield featuring Brandon Smith, and multiple WR/OL adjustments (Tommy Tofi to guard, LT competition) as the defense and roster cohere around figures like Bear Alexander, Matthew Johnson and Jerry Mixon.
Banana Ball at Boise State Friday caused seating mix-ups—fans bought seats that didn’t exist and were reassigned or moved to standing areas—and left seven people hospitalized for heat-related issues. Complaints about water stations and extreme heat circulated as ESPN cited 170-degree field temps while Boise State noted 101 degrees at the airport. In response, Boise State and Banana Ball announced Saturday changes: more cooling/water stations, hydration reminders, an earlier start time, and refunds plus merchandise gift cards for affected fans, with some receiving priority for next year’s tickets.
Eight football-playing members join Pac-12 Version 2.0 — Boise State, Colorado State, Fresno State, San Diego State, Utah State, Texas State, Oregon State and Washington State — with Gonzaga as a non-football member to bolster basketball; after UCLA/USC left in 2022, the conference rebuilt around an eight-team footprint and will use a Week 13 flex game that won’t count toward standings to maximize top-contender resumes for the 2026 title chase.
Cleveland selected quarterback Taylen Green with the 182nd pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. A Boise State transfer to Arkansas in 2024, Green started 24 of 25 games for Arkansas across 2022–23, throwing 5,868 yards and 34 TDs on 428-of-707 passing. He joins a quarterback room featuring Dillon Gabriel, Shedeur Sanders, and Deshaun Watson, who is returning from an Achilles injury; Gabriel and Sanders started during their rookie seasons in 2025 to gain experience.
San Diego State basketball secured a 110-107 triple overtime victory over Boise State, remaining undefeated in Mountain West play, with standout performances from BJ Davis and Elzie Harrington.
Boise State will host UNLV for the 2025 Mountain West Football Championship on December 5 at Albertsons Stadium, marking their third consecutive meeting for the title. Boise State earned the hosting rights after a tie-breaker based on rankings and their head-to-head victory. UNLV, seeking its first MW title, enters with a 10-2 record and a four-game winning streak, while Boise State aims for its third straight championship and sixth overall. The game will be broadcast on FOX.
Former NFL star and Boise State running back Doug Martin died at age 36 while in Oakland police custody following a reported struggle during a police response to a home break-in. His death is under investigation, and police involved have been placed on administrative leave. Martin was a notable player for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Boise State, known for his consistent rushing performance despite injuries.
Doug Martin, a former NFL running back known for his time with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Boise State, died at age 36 while in police custody in Oakland, with the cause of death currently unconfirmed. His family and teams expressed their condolences, and the incident is under investigation.
Doug Martin, a former All-Pro NFL running back known as the 'Muscle Hamster' and a key player for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, has died at age 36. He was celebrated for his impactful career, including a standout rookie season and a Pro Bowl appearance in 2012, and left a lasting legacy in Tampa Bay and Boise State.
Doug Martin, a former Boise State football star and NFL running back, passed away at age 36. He was a standout player at Boise State, ranking in the school's top-10 for rushing yards and touchdowns, and was a first-round NFL draft pick who achieved Pro Bowl honors with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Martin's career included significant achievements in college and the NFL, and his passing marks a loss for the football community.
The Notre Dame Fighting Irish will host Boise State at Notre Dame Stadium on October 4th at 3:30 PM EST, with the game broadcast on NBC and Peacock. Notre Dame is favored to win by 20.5 points, and fans can watch the game despite previous concerns about coverage on YouTube TV.
Ashton Jeanty, a top draft pick for the Raiders, is still adjusting to the speed of the NFL, noting that he needs more time to read plays better and improve his performance after his initial games, with a breakout game expected as he continues to adapt.
Boise State is favored to beat South Florida by 6 points in a Week 1 college football game that could impact playoff standings, with Boise's offense expected to perform well despite losing a key player, and the game predicted to be high-scoring.
Boise State running back Ashton Jeanty has won the Maxwell Award, recognizing him as the most outstanding player in college football. Jeanty, who set a Boise State record with 2,497 rushing yards and 29 touchdowns this season, is the first player from a Group of 5 school to win the award since 1990. He also won the Doak Walker Award for the top running back and is a contender for the Heisman Trophy, to be announced soon.
Boise State quarterback Malachi Nelson, a former top recruit and the No. 1 overall prospect in the Class of 2023, plans to enter the transfer portal with three years of eligibility remaining. Nelson, who began his college career at USC, transferred to Boise State but lost the starting quarterback battle to Maddux Madsen. Despite his high school success, Nelson's college career has yet to flourish, prompting his decision to seek opportunities elsewhere.