Boise State Vs Wyoming History

Vonbon Hill

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25-11-2024

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The Boise State Broncos and Wyoming Cowboys have a long-standing rivalry in the Mountain West Conference, with a history that spans over six decades. In this article, we'll take a closer look at the series history between these two opponents.

Early Years (1961-1997)

The first meeting between Boise State and Wyoming took place in 1961, with the Cowboys emerging victorious 13-6. The two teams would go on to play each other sporadically over the next few decades, with Wyoming dominating the series early on. The Cowboys won 10 of the first 12 meetings, with Boise State's only wins coming in 1966 and 1981.

Mountain West Conference Era (1998-Present)

When the Mountain West Conference was established in 1998, Boise State and Wyoming became divisional foes, leading to more frequent matchups between the two teams. The Broncos and Cowboys have played each other annually since 2000, with the series becoming increasingly competitive.

In the 2000s, Boise State began to turn the tide, winning six of nine meetings, including a 41-14 thrashing in 2004. The Cowboys, however, responded with a 13-0 shutout win in 2006, marking their first shutout in the series.

Recent Years (2010s)

The 2010s saw Boise State assert its dominance, winning eight of the 10 meetings, including a 52-14 blowout in 2014. Wyoming's only wins during this period came in 2012 and 2018, the latter being a 31-24 upset in Laramie.

Notable Moments and Statistics

• The highest-scoring game in the series came in 2010, when Boise State won 51-6.
• The Broncos have won four consecutive meetings, including a 20-17 overtime victory in 2020.
• Wyoming's 13-0 shutout in 2006 remains the only shutout in the series.

As the Broncos and Cowboys continue to battle for supremacy in the Mountain West Conference, their rivalry shows no signs of slowing down. Whether you're a fan of blue and orange or brown and gold, this matchup is always one to circle on your calendar.