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Mike Prater and Johnny "Ballgame'' Mallory host Idaho Sports Talk - the longest-running sports talk show in Idaho.
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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.
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