Boise State Broncos

The Boise State Broncos represent Boise State University, competing in the Mountain West Conference from Albertsons Stadium with its iconic blue turf—the famous 'Smurf Turf.' The Broncos embody the ultimate Group of Five success story, having risen from junior college to national relevance with BCS bowl victories. Boise State has cultivated an identity as a program that executes at the highest level, with a reputation for trick plays and clutch performances. The program competes in the Mountain West as the conference's flagship program. Bronco fans pack the stadium and create one of the most intimidating environments in the Group of Five. Boise State remains the model for programs seeking to exceed their conference stature.

Boise State football began at the four-year level in 1968, and the program's rise under Dan Hawkins and Chris Petersen is one of college football's greatest stories. The 2007 Fiesta Bowl victory over Oklahoma, featuring the Statue of Liberty two-point conversion, is an iconic moment in the sport. Kellen Moore rewrote the record books as college football's winningest quarterback. The Broncos have won multiple Mountain West and WAC championships. Boise State's blue turf has become one of the most recognizable playing surfaces in sports. The Broncos' identity as giant-killers and overachievers has made them America's favorite underdog.