Bronco Focus With Bob Behler

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Ballgame to share four reasons why the Broncos of Boise can beat the Broncos of Kalamazoo in a game with massive G6/CFP implications. Bob's No. 1 storyline: How can Boise State's defense handle Western Michigan - known for long, sustained scoring drives.

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Ballgame to share his interview with Western Michigan play-by-play announcer Robin Hook. What is Western Michigan's superpower that could be a problem for Boise State on Saturday?

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Ballgame to share a few interview highlights after hosting the weekly Spencer Danielson Coach's Show. This week's guests list features WR star Rasean Jones and RB coach James Montgomery.

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Ballgame to share his feedback after interviewing sophomore center Stewart Taufa. He's off to a solid start - why? And his future with the Broncos seems to be bright.

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Ballgame to share his four biggest takeaways from the Broncos' 38-24 victory at Albertsons Stadium. Bob's No. 1 storyline: Overcoming mistakes to pull off a victory against the FCS Coyotes.

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Ballgame to share his four keys to victory at Albertsons Stadium on Saturday night. Bob's No. 1 storyline: Don't let the FCS program, a 25.5-point underdog, gain any confidence.

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Ballgame to help launch a new chapter in his broadcast career. After 17 seasons with color analyst Pete Cavender, Bob has a new partner for the 2026 season. He sits down for a conversation with Michael Callahan, a former defensive tackle from 2019-2024.

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Ballgame to share interview highlights after hosting the weekly Spencer Danielson coach's show. Guests include special teams coach Stacy Collins, running back Dylan Riley and linebacker Boen Phelps. 

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Ballgame to share an interview with fifth-year senior Roger Carreon. Head coach Spencer Danielson says he's the unquestioned leader of the roster. What did Carreon tell Bob about his role in the early success of the Broncos' offensive line?

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Ballgame to share his four takeaways from Saturday's 38-20 victory at Albertsons Stadium. Bob's top impression featured two running backs: The two-headed monster of Dylan Riley and Sire Gaines is off ... and running!

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Ballgame to share his four keys to success against Memphis on Saturday. Bob's No. 1 storyline: Win the running game - on both sides of the ball.

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Ballgame to share his interview with Dave Woloshin, the voice of Memphis football. The balanced Tigers are 2-0 coming into Saturday's game against Boise State.

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Ballgame to share a few highlights after hosting the Spencer Danielson Coach's Show. Guests include Danielson, offensive line coach Tim Keane, new left tackle Tyler Ethridge and new safety Travis Anderson.

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Ballgame to share Tuesday's interview Rasean Jones (Rocky Mountain High). In his first college game, at Oregon on Saturday, Jones was targeted nine times for four catches and 76 yards. His thoughts on the performance - and his future. 

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Ballgame to preview the Broncos' football game at Autzen Stadium in Eugene. Bob's No. 1 storyline: Give the Ducks "absolutely no help.''

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Ballgame to share his interview with CBS sideline reporter Jenny Dell. She joins Brad Nessler and Charles Davis - both appeared on the show in the past two weeks - for Saturday's game at Autzen Stadium in Eugene.

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Ballgame to talk about the season debut of Spencer Danielson's weekly coach's show. Bob (show host) airs highlights from Danielson, right guard Roger Carreon, EDGE Jayden Virgin-Morgan and DBs coach Terrence Brown

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Ballgame to share his interview with the Broncos' No. 1 linebacker. The 225-pound Phelps talks about wearing the "green dot'' communication helmet and being a "vocal leader'' this season.

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Ballgame to share a few quick thoughts on the Broncos' season opener in Eugene, including one major factor to pay attention to: Boise State must have a better run game than Oregon in order to pull off the 24.5-point upset. Now 

Is this Oregon team the best team they've ever had in Eugene? Bob asks Joey McMurry of the Oregon Radio network how things are shaping up for the Ducks heading into a highly-hyped 2026 season in which Oregon is the preseason No. 2 team in the country.

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Ballgame from Goldy's Corner Bakery in Downtown Boise for a report on 185-pound senior JeRico Washington (Kennesaw State transfer). He's part of plan to build more depth in the Broncos' defensive backfield - and he seems to be embracing all roles on the team.

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Ballgame to share his interview with senior safety Derek Ganter Jr. The Eastern Washington transfer has moved from cornerback (why?) and talks about why he's a better tackler this season.

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Ballgame to talk about the four players who will have strong football seasons in 2026. Bob believes EDGE Jayden Virgin-Morgan, RB Dylan Riley, TE Matt Wagner and CB Jaden Mickey will end up on the All-Pac-12 postseason team. 

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Ballgame to share an updated preview of the Broncos' upcoming regular season. Now that camp is over, Bob thinks Boise State will finish the regular season with eight to 12 wins. Here are the four areas that could decide the final total - defensive tackles, pass game, special teams/kicker and big plays. Your thoughts?

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Ballgame to share his preview of Saturday's scrimmage. It's the final day of fall camp. It's the final chance for major changes to the Broncos' depth chart. Bob takes a deep dive into the defensive line, linebackers and the secondary.

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Ballgame to share his thoughts on fifth-year kicker Colton Boomer and senior punter Oscar Doyle. Both are expected starters this year, though Boomer is in a camp battle with sophomore Canaan Moore. What are their strengths? Weaknesses? Expectations for the 2026 season?

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Ballgame to share a conversation with junior wide receiver Cam Bates. He had some drop issues last season and has a strong desire for more production this season, including his role as the team's punt returner. How is that going to happen?

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Ballgame to share his conversation with sophomore center Stewart Taufa. How'd the St. George, Utah, product (Bishop Gorman HS in Vegas) end up at Boise State, how has he won the starting job this year - and could Taufa be the Broncos' starting center for the next four years?

Boise State Football held a closed scrimmage over the weekend for the first time in fall camp. Bob caught up with Spencer Danielson and shared some of the head coach's observations.

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, is on vacation. In place of his daily Bronco Focus report, we play an entire interview with Owyhee High graduate Carson Rasmussen, a 6-5, 300-pound senior who is targeted to win the Broncos' starting job at left guard.

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Ballgame to share his interview with senior Mikaio Edward, a Central Washington transfer who is battling for rotation reps on the Broncos' interior defensive line.

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Ballgame to share separate interviews with QB coach Zak Hill, DL coach Frank Maile and WR coach Alvis Whitted. Bob asks each coach about their most important player.

Bob steps outside of Boise on a Monday edition of Bronco Focus and fills the audience in on some of the hottest talking points around the Pac 12 with camps well underway across the entire conference.

Sherrod Smith is projected to be one of Boise State's starting cornerbacks in 2026 after sitting behind A'Marion McCoy and Jeremiah Earby last season. Bob filled everyone in on what to expect from the junior this season, who also went to the same high school as McCoy and Earby.

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Ballgame to share his conversation with Bol Bol. The 6-4, 250-pound Canadian said he "was alright'' last year - his first in college football. What are expectations for this season?

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Ballgame to share his conversation with junior safety Travis Anderson. Wednesday was the first day of fall camp and Anderson was taking No. 1 snaps at field-side safety. Where has Anderson become a better player going into 2026?

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Ballgame for a conversation on the eve of fall camp. Bob wants to see the 2026 Broncos go from "good to great'' - what is he looking for on offense and defense as fall camp Wednesday?

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Greg for a conversation about running backs Sire Gaines and Dylan Riley. Bob said RB is the Broncos' best position - both players are hoping to chase 1,000 yards this season. How can that happen? Will it happen? And which players are providing depth behind Gaines and Riley?

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, is on vacation so Prater and Greg take over with a pre-camp debate: Should the Broncos, who struggled with tackling during the 2025 season, go live with physical tackling when camp opens Wednesday? Coach Spencer Danielson went with that strategy in spring camp. Does it make sense in fall camp?

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, is on vacation so Prater and Greg take over with a look at special teams. The unit struggled with elite production last season - how will it be different in 2026, starting with position battles in fall camp starting next week. 

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 report on two new position coaches for the football program: Tights end coach Justin Udy and cornerbacks coach DJ Killings. Udy has Idaho ties and Killings has an NFL resume. How did Boise State land two new coaches - and what kind of talent are they working with this season?

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 Media Day interview with returning wide receiver Cam Bates. The speedy junior is part of a crowded WR room this season - but an important part of the passing game for QB Maddux Madsen.

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-THURSDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Ballgame to share his Media Day interview with presumed starting right guard Roger Carreon. The redshirt senior was a mainstay starter last season but missed spring camp - what's the potential for a strong finish from Carreon?

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-THURSDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Ballgame to share a few nuggets from Boise State Media Day on Wednesday. What does Sire Gaines think about the Broncos having two 1,000-yard running backs this season?

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-THURSDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Ballgame to share his Boise State Media Day conversation with football coach Spencer Danielson. What does he know about the Pac-12?

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-THURSDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Ballgame for a conversation about what it takes to land a CFP invite. What ingredients worked in the past when Boise State landed in four Fiesta Bowls? What's it going to take this year - especially when it comes to coaching and the schedule?

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-THURSDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Ballgame for a conversation about this season's version of Boise State's defense. He compares the 2026 roster to four previous Boise State defenses that played in Fiesta Bowls.

Bob continues checking in on the strengths of some previous Boise State Football teams that have played in the Fiesta Bowl. On Thursday, he looked at how the rushing attacks have been for the teams that played on one of College Football's biggest stages.

Bob starts a four-part series by looking at some of the QB play Boise State has gotten in its four seasons that have ended with appearances in Fiesta Bowls.

Bob runs through how likely it might be that both Dylan Riley and Sire Gaines rush for over 1,000 yards in 2026 and provides some historical context on Boise State's rushing attacks of years past.