Utah State Aggies

The Utah State Aggies represent Utah State University, competing in the Mountain West Conference from Merlin Olsen Field at Maverik Stadium in Logan. The Aggies embody the spirit of rural Utah, with a program that has experienced resurgent periods under Gary Andersen and Matt Wells. Utah State has cultivated a high-powered offensive identity that has produced memorable seasons. The program competes in the Mountain West with the Battle for the Old Wagon Wheel against BYU and the Beehive Boot against in-state foes. Aggie fans pack Maverik Stadium and have celebrated bowl appearances and conference success. Utah State represents Cache Valley with pride.

Utah State football began in 1892, and the program has produced memorable eras under John Ralston and others. Merlin Olsen, the stadium's namesake, became a Hall of Fame defensive lineman. The Aggies have produced NFL stars including Bobby Wagner and Darwin Thompson. Utah State's 2012 and 2018 seasons included 11-win campaigns and bowl victories. The rivalry with BYU and Utah has defined the schedule when played. Utah State's identity as a program that can compete in the Mountain West when given the right leadership has been established. The Aggies represent one of the nation's most beautiful college towns.