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Former Bronco added to Pro Bowl
Dallas Cowboys’ standout linebacker Leighton Vander Esch has been added to the NFC Pro Bowl roster after Luke Kuechly withdrew due to injury. The former Boise State star made the Pro Bowl in his rookie season after recording 140 tackles and two interceptions. Vander Esch is 1 of 6 Broncos that will play in the Pro Bowl this season.
Weekly basketball power rankings
UNLV and Boise State are the only remaining unbeaten teams in conference play, but Nevada remains #1 in the weekly power rankings. Nevada beat second-ranked Fresno State handily on Saturday to hold onto its top-ranked spot.
Offseason questions for Boise State
It should be an interesting offseason for the Broncos as they must replace their starting quarterback, starting running back, and top 2 receivers. Replacing the school's all-time leading passer won't be easy, but they've recruited the quarterback position well. The story is similar on defense as they lose some key players, but their success in recruiting should ease the blow.
Top 100 CFB games of the year
Mountain West teams are featured in a number of SBNation’s top 100 games of the year, including the conference championship in which Fresno State edged out Boise State.
UNM strength coach leaving?
He is listed as the Associate Strength Coach/Football at Louisville on the Cardinals website. That is the only confirmation I have that he's left the UNM program. I have calls and emails in to confirm, but it looks like Aurmon is gone. @nmfishbowlcom https://t.co/aYWmbazPko
— Steve Virgen (@SteveVirgen) January 16, 2019
On the Horizon:
- Later Today: Mountain West Connection Bracketology: Week Two
- Later Today: Who saved UNLV’s MBB season?
- Later Today: Peak Perspective: Was this season a success for the MWC?
- Coming Thursday: Boise State 2019 Spring Preview: Quarterbacks
- Coming Thursday: A look at the NET ranking in Stats Corner: What is the NET?