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 Mallory to share his thoughts on the Boise State-UNLV basketball game in Vegas. The Broncos are off to a 1-4, and face a Rebels team that has lost two straight and is last in the Mountain West in scoring defense. Bob's No. 1 storyline for Boise State: Getting off to a fast start.

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 men's basketball's loss to Utah State on Saturday night. What's wrong? What needs to be fixed?

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 his interview with "AG" Neto, who made his first start with the Broncos on Wednesday night against Grand Canyon. Neto previously played for NBA Academy Africa and the Angola national team - and can speak four languages. Will he continue to start for coach Leon Rice?

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 Wednesday night's frustrating loss inside ExtraMile Arena.

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 top storylines for Wednesday night's game at ExtraMile Arena. Bob calls the Grand Canyon matchup the most important game of the season for Boise State - and his No. 1 storyline: A fast start on offense.

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 forward Andrew Meadow. He leads the team in minutes played (shared with Dylan Andrews) - would more time and more shooting benefit a program that's off to a 1-2 start in Mountain West play?

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Mallory to review Saturday night's epic Mountain West basketball game in San Diego. The Broncos lost 110-107 in triple overtime - what are the positives that Bob took away from the memorable performance?

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Mallory to share key storylines going into the Broncos' league home opener against New Mexico on Tuesday night. Boise State needs a win after opening Mountain West play with a loss at Nevada; the Lobos have won seven straight.

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 men's basketball team that's coming off a loss to Nevada and a short holiday break. The Broncos are 8-4 overall going into the Mountain West home opener against New Mexico on Tuesday night - what are the short-term expectations for the program?

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Mallory to preview a new Mountain West basketball season. Who are the top teams? Where does Boise State sit going into Saturday's opener - the program's last ever trip to Reno?

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Mallory to share interview highlights with basketball coach Leon Rice. His team is 8-3 with a four-game winning streak heading into the Mountain West opener at Nevada on Saturday.

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 names of four football players he expects to have a bigger role next season: DE Max Stege, LB Boen Phelps, CB Sherrod Smith and WR Quinton Brown.    

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Mallory to rank his favorite bowl games with Mountain West teams - Utah State-Washington State (Famous Idaho Potato), UNLV-Ohio (Frisco), Hawaii-Cal (Hawaii), New Mexico-Minnesota (Rate), Fresno State-Miami/Ohio (Arizona) and San Diego State-North Texas (New Mexico)

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Mallory to recap a mixed-results weekend for the Broncos' athletic department. Football lost to Washington in the LA Bowl and basketball beat Saint Mary's in a nonconference game in Idaho Falls. 

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Mallory to give his preview of Saturday night's game at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. Bob's No. 1 key: Based on recent bowl history, and what Boise State's offense did this season, a fast start would be an advantage for the Broncos.

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 defensive tackle Braxton Fely. The senior, who left the team in the offseason only to return, is having a strong season and will play the final game of his college career Saturday vs. Washington in the LA Bowl.

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 Boise State-Washington football history. The two programs meet Saturday night in the LA Bowl. In the past, the Broncos and Dawgs have met six times (twice in bowl games) - UW is 4-2 in those games.

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 Broncos' running back Dylan Riley. The sophomore started the calendar year as Boise State's No. 4 back - he finishes as RB1 with a 1,000-yard season. And he did it following the recent death of his father.

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' 38-21 victory over the Rebels in the Mountain West Championship Game last Friday night. Bob's No. 1 impression: Quarterback Maddux Madsen and his fast start.

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 report on the recent history of the Boise State-UNLV football series. The Broncos have dominated the past nine games - and host the Rebels on Friday night in the Mountain West Championship Game.

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 from his interview with quarterback Maddux Madsen. He's back from ankle/toe injuries and is starting Friday night's Mountain West Championship Game against UNLV. His thoughts? His joy? His expectations?

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 from his interview with left tackle Kage Casey. The redshirt junior has told coaches that he's leaving for the NFL Draft after this season, meaning the Mountain West Championship Game on Friday will be his final appearance in Boise. His thoughts?  

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 Broncos' 25-24 victory at Utah State on Friday. Bob's No. 1 impression: Boise State's defense took advantage of poor play-calling from Utah State coaches.

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Mallory to preview the Broncos' regular season-finale at Utah State on Friday afternoon. Bob's No. 1 key: Start fast - just like new QB Max Cutforth did last week against Colorado State.

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Mallory from the Maui Invitational, where the Broncos' basketball team lost to N.C. State 81-70 on Tuesday. Boise has lost both games in Maui, including USC on Monday. Bob said turnovers were an issue against N.C. State.

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Mallory to preview the Broncos' impressive 49-21 victory over Colorado State on Saturday night. Bob's No. 1 impression: Offense inspired the victory with a opening 14-play drive, scoring a TD and setting the tone for a blowout.

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Mallory to preview the Broncos' final regular season game in Albertsons Stadium. Bob's No. 1: Start fast, build confidence.

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 Broncos' running back coach James Montgomery. He talks about Dylan Riley, Sire Gaines and Malik Sherrod - and their role in this inconsistent offense. 

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 interviews with seniors Matt Lauter and Zion Washington. Both will play their final home games Saturday against Colorado State - their emotions and their feelings going into an important rebound game for the Broncos. 

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Mallory to go over expectations for the Broncos' nonconference game against Wichita State on Tuesday night in ExtraMile Arena. Boise State is 3-1 and looking to rebound with a more productive offensive performance atter scoring 62 points in a recent win over Montana State.

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 Broncos' 17-7 loss Saturday night in San Diego. Bob's No. 1 impression: He saw enough from new starting QB Max Cutforth - that he wants to see more against Colorado State this coming Saturday.

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Mallory to preview the Broncos' football game at San Diego State. The winner takes control of the Mountain West race - and becomes the odds-on favorite to host the MW Championship Game in December. Bob's No. 1 key: Run, run, run the football.

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 his interview with Zak Hill. The Broncos' quarterback coach has spent the past 12 days working with Max Cutforth - who will start his first college game Saturday night at San Diego State. Where has Hill noticed growth from Cutforth since being named the starter? 

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 his interview with running back Dylan Riley. The sophomore had six carries in the Fresno State loss - and would love to have more work going into the San Diego State game Saturday night.

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 recent history of the Broncos and the backup QB position. Bob dives into the backup QB stories behind Grant Hedrick, Brett Rypien, Jaylon Henderson, Jack Sears and CJ Tiller - how did those experiences work out?

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 an interview with junior basketball player Andrew Meadow. On Saturday, he played his first Boise State game without his signature goggles ... what's up with that?

BRONCO 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 Mountain West championship match at the Boas Soccer Complex in Boise. The match starts at 7 p.m. - the winner advances to the NCAA Tournament. 

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 from his weekly coach's show interview with Spencer Danielson. The coach touches on the bye week (happy for the extra time), his message to his team after the Fresno State loss and getting new starting QB Max Cutforth ready for San Diego State on Nov. 15.

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Mallory to preview the final month of the regular season. What are the postseason scenarios? What's the likely matchup for the Mountain West Championship Game on Dec. 5? What is the recipe for Boise State to reach the championship game?

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 Broncos' loss to Hawaii-Pacific on Monday night. No. 1: Boise State has a history of early season, bad losses - how will the Broncos respond?

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 Broncos' 30-7 loss to Fresno State on Saturday. No. 1: Quarterbacks, wide receivers, tight ends - and struggles in the passing game.

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Mallory to preview the Broncos' football game against Fresno State (1:30 p.m. Saturday, Albertsons Stadium). Bob's No. 1 key to a victory: Get off to a fast start.

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 running back Sire Gaines. The redshirt freshman talks about his complete game - the diverse skillset he brings to football, including pass blocking. 

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. 

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.

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!

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. 

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.

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?

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.