Jay's Sports Bar Podcast

The Boise State football team jumped to No. 12 in the AP Top 25 this week, the highest they have climbed in the post-Kellen Moore era. 

More importantly, the Broncos were also included in the first-ever 12-team College Football Playoff bracket reveal.

On this edition of Jay's Sports Bar, Boise State great Shane Williams-Rhodes and KTVB Sports Director Jay Tust discuss:

• Why the Broncos might have a better chance at earning a bye than a home game in the College Football Playoff.  
• Why teams are more focused on stopping Ashton Jeanty from winning the Heisman than beating the Broncos.
• How Maddux Madsen has something in common with a number of first round NFL Draft picks.
• The Dirk Koetter effect.
• Boise State's matchup with Nevada.

What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas – unless you're the Boise State football team, who brought another W back to the City of Trees last weekend.  

The Broncos performed in clutch moments against the Rebels. Former Boise State standout Shane Williams-Rhodes and KTVB Sports Director Jay Tust take a look at three plays on defense that saved the game, plus the two-minute tipping point where Boise State grabbed all the momentum at the end of the first half.

On this episode of Jay's Sports Bar, Tust and Williams-Rhodes also discuss:  

• Maddux Madsen's "clutchness"
• Jayden Virgin-Morgan's development  
• Ashton Jeanty's "off night" (which really isn't a thing)
• No. 15 Boise State's matchup with San Diego State on Friday

The Boise State football team hasn't lost to UNLV since 1976, and the closest the Rebels came to beating the Broncos in that span was a 17-point loss in 2016.

This matchup feels different though, and it might even be the biggest Group of Five game of the season.  

Boise State is 5-1 and the highest ranked team in the Group of Five, meaning they hold the inside track to qualifying for the first-ever expanded College Football Playoff this December. Meanwhile, UNLV – who is 6-1 – could swap places with the Broncos with a win.

On this episode of the show, KTVB Sports Director Jay Tust is joined by former Seattle Seahawks running back turned CBS Sports football analyst Robert Turbin to break down the matchup.

Also on Jay's Sports Bar:  

• Ashton Jeanty responds to Travis Hunter's Heisman talk
• Find out the three biggest keys to a Bronco win on Friday
• Hear from Boise State head coach Spencer Danielson, offensive coordinator Dirk Koetter and junior tight end Matt Lauter

As the buzz continues to build around Boise State running back Ashton Jeanty, analysts and athletes from around the country are weighing in on his chances of claiming the 2024 Heisman Trophy. 

On this episode of Jay's Sports Bar, former Boise State wide receiver Shane Williams-Rhodes and KTVB Sports Director Jay Tust dismiss some claims while validating others. 

Also, is sophomore Maddux Madsen the best quarterback in the Mountain West? And should fans be worried about the Bronco defense? 

We answer those questions and more during the second bye week of the season.

Boise State running back Ashton Jeanty is now the odds-on favorite to win the Heisman Trophy – despite sitting the second half of a game for the second time this season.

On this episode of Jay's Sports Bar, former Boise State wide receiver Shane Williams-Rhodes and KTVB Sports Director Jay Tust discuss why resting Jeanty is better than him padding his stats.

Tust and Williams-Rhodes also cover:  

• How Maddux Madsen is finally playing like he's practicing
• The Boise State defense needs to play with a greater sense of urgency against weaker competition
• Why Cam Camper is a DUDE
• Preview the Hawaii game

Boise State blows out Wazzu on The Blue! The Broncos put together their most complete performance of the season against their future Pac-12 conference foe.

On this week's episode, former Boise State wide receiver Shane Williams-Rhodes and KTVB Sports Director Jay Tust break down:

• The greatness of Ashton Jeanty and how he compares to Heisman Trophy winner Reggie Bush
• The emergence of junior tight end Matt Lauter
• How the best pass rush in the country resides in Boise, Idaho

Plus, Jay's Sports Bar previews the Utah State game and answers the question: How many carries will Jeanty even get against the Aggies?

It's Washington State week! The undefeated Cougars travel to The Blue to take on No. 25 Boise State. College Football Playoff implications are on the line, and two Heisman candidates will square off Saturday night in front of a sold-out crowd at Albertsons Stadium.

On this week's episode, former Boise State wide receiver Shane Williams-Rhodes and KTVB Sports Director Jay Tust discuss:

• Why resting Ashton Jeanty was the best possible outcome against Portland State
• The newest member of The Stable
• Matt Lauter's breakout performance
• Why WSU QB John Mateer is drawing comparison to Johnny "Football" Manziel

KTVB goes one-on-one with Boise State Director of Athletics Jeramiah Dickey, who reveals the timeline for negotiations, the projected financial benefits of joining the Pac-12 and the looming exit fees from leaving the Mountain West. 

We also dive into the future of the Mountain West, potential realignment targets for the Pac-12 and more. Boise State, Colorado State, Fresno State and San Diego State are set to join Oregon State and Washington State in the Conference of Champions.

The guys break down Ashton Jeanty's Heisman-like performance, give praise to the Bronco offensive line and discuss how to easily fix some of the issues on the defensive side of the ball.

Also, this show is dedicated to Shane's father, Bobby Rhodes, who recently passed away. Per Shane's requests, we cap it with an interview that brought a smile to his face during a difficult time.

We hope you enjoy, and Bobby, this one is for you!

Bryan Harsin provides an update on what he's currently doing, along with his level of interest in coaching again.

In addition, the former Boise State and Auburn head coach goes in depth on:

• The current state of college football: How the transfer portal and NIL have changed the game.
• Which Boise State wide receiver he would go to on third and eight with the game on the line.
• Which Boise State running back he would give the ball to on fourth and one at the one.
• Memories of Leighton Vander Esch leaving it all on the field, along with the film room dedication of Kellen Moore and Brett Rypien.