Boise State Broncos Face Struggling Nevada Wolf Pack in Reno Showdown

RENO, Nev. — The Boise State Broncos are set to face the Nevada Wolf Pack on Friday night at Mackay Stadium in a Mountain West Conference clash. The game, which kicks off at 8 p.m. MT, features a stark contrast in team records, with Boise State entering the matchup at 5-2 and 3-0 in conference play, while Nevada struggles at 1-6 with a 0-3 conference record.

The last time these teams met, Nevada pulled off a stunning upset in 2010, led by quarterback Colin Kaepernick, which highlighted the intense rivalry. However, the Wolf Pack have not been able to replicate that success in recent years, recording only one win this season against an FCS opponent.

Boise State, on the other hand, is coming off a dominant 56-31 victory over UNLV. The Broncos showcased their offense, generating 562 total yards, with running back Dylan “Jet” Riley leading the way by rushing for 201 yards. Boise State is heavily favored to win the matchup, expected to win by at least three touchdowns, according to betting odds.

In their last outing, Nevada fell to New Mexico 24-22, despite a notable effort from freshman quarterback Carter Jones, who completed 23 of 29 passes for 202 yards. Coach Jeff Choate expressed optimism about Nevada’s progress, citing plans for facility upgrades and the promise of new NIL agreements to elevate the program.

Choate, who has a history with Boise State, acknowledged the challenge of competing with the Broncos, attributing their success to consistent investment in football. As the Wolf Pack prepare for Friday’s contest, they hope to end their 14-game conference losing streak.

The game will be available for streaming on various platforms, including CBS Sports Network, FuboTV, and Hulu + Live TV. As excitement builds around the rivalry, all eyes will be on Reno to see if Nevada can turn their season around.