Boise State Joins Pac-12: New Era Dawns

Boise State officially joins the Pac-12 conference, marking a significant shift after 15 seasons in the Mountain West. The Broncos captured seven conference titles during their tenure in the Mountain West.

As the team prepares for its 2026 season opener on September 5th at Oregon, six offensive starters and five defensive starters are set to return. Fans can anticipate five key position battles during preseason camp next month.

Key areas to watch include the wide receiver room, which has seen significant turnover with top players exhausting eligibility or transferring. The cornerback position also presents new dynamics with a starting tandem departing. The offensive line has three likely starters returning, but battles for left tackle and center are expected.

At safety, both starting positions are open, though depth is considered a strength. The backup quarterback role is also a point of interest, with a returning junior and a highly-touted freshman competing for the No. 2 spot behind the established starter.