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Idaho Stuns FCS No. 1 Montana State in Controversial Final-Play Upset
sports5 days ago

Idaho Stuns FCS No. 1 Montana State in Controversial Final-Play Upset

Idaho defeated FCS No. 1 Montana State 35-34 on Friday night in Moscow, Idaho, ending the Bobcats' 19-game winning streak. The win hinged on a disputed clock reset that allowed Idaho a final play, followed by a successful two-point conversion. Rules analyst Terry McAulay argues the officials violated protocol by adding a second to the clock, while Montana State coach Brent Vigen defended his timeout call as a judgment decision. Idaho, previously winless, rallied from a 14-point fourth-quarter deficit to secure the victory.

Idaho Vandals Stun FCS No. 1 Montana State with Last-Second 2-Point Conversion
sports6 days ago

Idaho Vandals Stun FCS No. 1 Montana State with Last-Second 2-Point Conversion

The University of Idaho Vandals defeated the undefeated, FCS No. 1 Montana State Bobcats 35-34 in a dramatic Friday night finish. Trailing by seven points with eight seconds left and no timeouts, Idaho capitalized on a Montana State timeout to score a touchdown and successfully convert a two-point attempt, ending the Bobcats' 19-game winning streak.

Calm Scalley era takes hold as Utah routs Idaho with dual-QB spark
sports1 month ago

Calm Scalley era takes hold as Utah routs Idaho with dual-QB spark

Utah’s Morgan Scalley brings a calmer, more hands-on approach in his first home game as the Utes dismantle Idaho 66-14. The win features a rare two-QB system with Devon Dampier and Byrd Ficklin, a productive ground game led by Wayshawn Parker and LaMarcus Bell, and improvements from the offensive line. Utah’s defense applies pressure and hints at a broader, more formidable identity as Scalley transitions from defensive coordinator to head coach.

sports1 month ago

Dampier Leads Utah Past Idaho 66-14 in Scalley Debut

Utah rolled to a 66-14 win over Idaho in Morgan Scalley’s Rice-Eccles debut, with Devon Dampier efficient at QB (13-for-18, 176 yards, 3 TDs) while Wayshawn Parker and Braden Pegan anchored the offense. The Utes piled up 633 total yards (364 rushing, 269 passing) and leaned on depth in the second half, while Idaho showed sporadic life but was largely contained; Utah’s defense generated turnovers and overall performance offered optimism with some areas to tighten.

sports1 month ago

Utah’s New Era Debuts in Season Opener vs Idaho Vandals

No. 21 Utah opens the Scalley era at Rice-Eccles Stadium against Idaho, with a revamped offense under OC Kevin McGiven and a new defense under DC Colton Swan. The game serves as the first real test of the new staff and style, as Utah aims to control the line, minimize Idaho’s explosives, and get a read on how the revamped offense and defense fit together; a predicted final is Utah 48, Idaho 13. The night also features stadium presentation updates and a new uniform showcase.

Houston cruises past Idaho to reach the NCAA Round of 32
college-basketball6 months ago

Houston cruises past Idaho to reach the NCAA Round of 32

Houston defeated Idaho 78-47 in the NCAA Tournament opener in Oklahoma City, with Kingston Flemings scoring 18 and Emanuel Sharpe 16 as the Cougars pulled away to a 48-24 halftime lead and cruised to the finish. Freshman center Chris Cenac Jr. grabbed a career-high 18 rebounds, while Kolton Mitchell led Idaho with 14 points. Houston shot 50% from the field and 53% from three, outrebounded Idaho 47-32, and advances to face Texas A&M in the second round.

Idaho Vandals Announce New Offensive and Defensive Coaching Staffs
sports9 months ago

Idaho Vandals Announce New Offensive and Defensive Coaching Staffs

The Idaho Vandals football team has hired Lee Stalker as their new defensive coordinator and linebackers coach, bringing nearly 15 years of coaching experience, including recent success at Iowa State, where he contributed to a top-ranked defense. Stalker is expected to bring an innovative, multiple scheme defense to Moscow, aiming to make an immediate impact.

sports1 year ago

Jason Eck Appointed as New Mexico's Head Football Coach

Jason Eck, who successfully led the University of Idaho football team to multiple FCS playoff appearances, has been appointed as the new head coach for the University of New Mexico's football program. Eck, with 26 years of coaching experience, is recognized for his ability to turn around programs and foster student-athlete success. His tenure at Idaho was marked by consistent improvements and playoff berths, and he is expected to bring similar success to the New Mexico Lobos.

BYU Dominates Idaho with 95-71 Victory: Key Takeaways
sports1 year ago

BYU Dominates Idaho with 95-71 Victory: Key Takeaways

BYU's basketball team secured a 95-71 victory over Idaho, improving to 4-0 this season. Key performances came from Fousseyni Traore and Richie Saunders, who both achieved career-high scores with 29 and 26 points, respectively. Despite the win, BYU's defense showed vulnerabilities, allowing Idaho to shoot 57.1% from three-point range. The Cougars also displayed streaky offensive play, highlighted by several scoring runs, but struggled with free throws, missing 11 attempts.