Boise State Hits Milestone Not Seen Since Coach Pete, Kellen

Real Boise State fans will remember cheering on Boise State during their 'Glory Days' -- led by Chris Petersen and Kellen Moore. The wins, the major bowl games, the rankings.

Can you remember when Boise State was ranked FOURTH in the entire nation? It was the best of times for Boise State football.

A recent 'stat' or 'milestone' has been achieved by the 2024 team that Boise State hasn't seen in over a decade-- since 2011 to be exact!

Here's a look at some of the biggest things to happen for Boise State Football in the iconic 2011 season compared to this season!

Do you see any similarities?? 

Perhaps the best news about all of this is that the season has the potential to end on a much higher note.

In 2011, Boise State played in the Las Vegas Bowl, winning against Arizona State. No offense to the bowl game or the opponent--but when the Broncos were so highly ranked, nationally, fans really wanted to see a 'real' high profile matchup. In 2011, Boise State fell victim to the 'BCS System' -- one loss and the hopes for a major bowl game were nearly zero. The scales were tilted in favor for big teams in power conferences.

This year, despite the 1 loss (to the top ranked Oregon Ducks), Boise State still has a chance to play in a major bowl game and contend for a National Championship--because of the College Football Playoff. So long as Boise State is the 'best' of the non-power conference teams, they're in contention.

What hasn't happened since 2011 for Boise State? An AP Poll ranking this high.

After stomping San Diego State over the weekend, Boise State is now ranked 12th in the AP Poll. It's been a long time since they have achieved a rank this high and fans can hardly contain themselves.