This week, in Bronco Nation…
DICKEY EXTENDED
Biggest news of the week, out of the gate
Dickey Extended: New Contract Will Last 4 Years Plushttps://t.co/644zRTGyJm
— First Kick Was Good (@FKWGblog) August 6, 2024
Necessary Ashton Jeanty Updates
We might as well just do these every week because there’s always some news about him! First off, he made the annual Freaks List.
Runs over 22 mph 💨
— Boise State Football (@BroncoSportsFB) August 6, 2024
Squats over 600 pounds 🦵
Power cleans 340 pounds 💪@AshtonJeanty2 is FREAKISH#BleedBlue | #BuiltDifferent | #HEI2MAN https://t.co/TlJZmzYsKC
𝗦𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗻𝗼𝗻𝗲 💪
— Boise State Football (@BroncoSportsFB) August 7, 2024
Ashton Jeanty is the only running back in the country on the Biletnikoff Award Watch List 🔵🏈
📰 https://t.co/o4JzEN9O18#BleedBlue | #BuiltDifferent pic.twitter.com/TSQMQ0BC6R
Episode 2 of The Climb Has Dropped
Incredible series. And Newton quietly had a solid season in ‘23. Might make a huge impact this season. https://t.co/3LepX3YCZU
— A True Jeantleman (@mybrainissmart) August 11, 2024
QB Battle Updates
#BoiseState head coach Spencer Danielson gave us an update on the QB competition today.
— Jay Tust (@KTVBSportsGuy) August 10, 2024
" Both of them competed, both of them had big throws."
Danielson and OC Dirk Koetter talk everyday after practice about exactly where Maddux Madsen and Malachi Nelson stand. pic.twitter.com/TZH7qV5zdp
The Malachi Nelson interview already has 2,000 views on our @BNNBroncoNation YouTube channel. Watch the interview here:https://t.co/wLIIMcypuS
— B.J. Rains (@BJRains) August 9, 2024
"There’s times where it’s like, ‘I’m here.’”
— B.J. Rains (@BJRains) August 8, 2024
Despite hype of former five-star Malachi Nelson, incumbent Maddux Madsen eager to prove he's worthy of starting QB spot.
My latest for @BNNBroncoNation subscribers on Boise State's QB battle.
STORY LINK: https://t.co/MbcGLVKMnz pic.twitter.com/pGuOGalJ3z
Boise State QB Malachi Nelson didn’t know what the future held, and the Los Angeles native said he never imagined Boise would be a good fit. That changed when he visited Idaho’s capital in January. More on BSU's search for a starting QB. #MWFB https://t.co/J6OewyzHZd
— Ron Counts (@Ron_BroncoBeat) August 8, 2024
Boise State QB Maddux Madsen on opening fall camp with the starters: “It’s a different situation.” Mad Dog is used to being the underdog. #MWFB pic.twitter.com/JJDgMtBmH9
— Ron Counts (@Ron_BroncoBeat) August 8, 2024
Video: Boise State QB Maddux Madsen talks with the media after today's practice.
— B.J. Rains (@BJRains) August 8, 2024
Watch the full interview on the @BNNBroncoNation YouTube channel here:https://t.co/LFSf3nADbh
Maddux Madsen to Prince Strachan in one-on-one drills: pic.twitter.com/8WlyBDT0TI
— B.J. Rains (@BJRains) August 7, 2024
Malachi Nelson to Chris Marshall for the TD in one-on-one drills: pic.twitter.com/E16ROybGMY
— B.J. Rains (@BJRains) August 7, 2024
Fall Scrimmage 1 Is In The Books
Boise State HC Spencer Danielson didn't say much about the QB competition after Saturday's scrimmage, but he called the offense explosive. 5 different receivers caught TDs and a sixth-year RB stood out. #MWFBhttps://t.co/jHtQl0hXR0
— Ron Counts (@Ron_BroncoBeat) August 10, 2024
Boise State has passed along the following from the closed scrimmage (nothing on QBs):
— B.J. Rains (@BJRains) August 10, 2024
-Tyler Crowe, two rushing TDs
-Kaden Dudley, rushing TD
-Austin Bolt, receiving TD
-Latrell Caples, receiving TD
-Cameron Bates, receiving TD
-Chris Marshall, receiving TD
-Prince Strachan,…
The only real specific highlight from the scrimmage about either QB:
— Jay Tust (@KTVBSportsGuy) August 10, 2024
Maddux Madsen led a 75-yard touchdown drive at the start of the scrimmage.
(Note: This doesn’t mean there weren’t other highlights. It’s just the only one we were really given.) https://t.co/94XQOupZrv
The other other Boise State running back to find paydirt today:
— Jay Tust (@KTVBSportsGuy) August 10, 2024
Kaden Dudley had a rushing touchdown. https://t.co/cLi2DuxfmM
We’ve been talking about how deep the receiver position is, right?
— Jay Tust (@KTVBSportsGuy) August 10, 2024
Well, look at how many guys caught touchdowns today:
Austin Bolt, Latrell Caples, Cameron Bates, Chris Marshall and Prince Strachan.
Ben Ford also drew praise from Danielson.
Keep going 😤
— Boise State Football (@BroncoSportsFB) August 7, 2024
Latrell Caples has been named to the Comeback Player of the Year Watch List 🔵🏈
📰 https://t.co/LnffDVDVl5#BleedBlue | #BuiltDifferent pic.twitter.com/xEsnYuVSfZ
Fall Camp Updates
Ashton Jeanty spoke to the media after practice earlier today.
— B.J. Rains (@BJRains) August 8, 2024
Watch the full 10-minute interview on the @BNNBroncoNation YouTube channel:https://t.co/oJEXbHNMAE
“Everyone wanted to be top dog every day, but everybody knew A’Marion’s side of the field was his and nobody was going to have an easy time over there.” – Menlo-Atherton football coach @coachsaunders85 on Boise State CB A'Marion McCoy. #MWFB
— Ron Counts (@Ron_BroncoBeat) August 8, 2024
Read more: https://t.co/5kEBSCTYSs pic.twitter.com/q0vKZelJhC
𝗚𝗼𝘁𝘁𝗮 𝗯𝗲 𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆.#BleedBlue | #BuiltDifferent pic.twitter.com/26Wks47m9m
— Boise State Football (@BroncoSportsFB) August 7, 2024
Boise State CB coach Demario Warren on Jeremiah Earby and A’Marion McCoy, who he said act like brothers. #MWFB pic.twitter.com/pRmUWLI2ZA
— Ron Counts (@Ron_BroncoBeat) August 7, 2024
#BoiseState didn't have a single player drafted in 2024, snapping a streak of 14 straight years.
— Jay Tust (@KTVBSportsGuy) August 7, 2024
That being said…
There sure seems to be a noticeable presents of NFL scouts this fall camp. pic.twitter.com/x78jHMelqz
#BoiseState junior WR Chris Marshall has certainly had a few head turning plays during fall camp… pic.twitter.com/z2PgE8t7ai
— Jay Tust (@KTVBSportsGuy) August 7, 2024
#BoiseState senior WR Latrell Caples with a sweet catch during 1-on-1 drills down in the redzone at practice this morning. pic.twitter.com/DhGaUGqeTt
— Jay Tust (@KTVBSportsGuy) August 7, 2024
From a walk-on to a star, Alexander Teubner is the perfect embodiment of the culture under Spencer Danielson.
— Boise State Football (@BroncoSportsFB) August 7, 2024
📰 https://t.co/Uhif1nL1l0#BleedBlue | #BuiltDifferent pic.twitter.com/CSUdjOLXD9
‘I’m the same guy.’ Boise State’s standout pass rusher stays true to humble beginnings https://t.co/s1TtwmDDX9
— Idaho Statesman (@IdahoStatesman) August 7, 2024
What’s Nex For Lex?
A promotion, apparently
Beyond blessed and grateful https://t.co/3ZZyw029P6
— Lexus Williams (@smooveLex) August 6, 2024
In other basketball related news…
This has been previously reported by @BNNBroncoNation. Now is official.
— B.J. Rains (@BJRains) August 8, 2024
Boise State’s non-conference schedule is nearly set. https://t.co/qw3XqORecs
Holani Making Waves in the PNW
Former #BoiseState RB George Holani had an awesome NFL preseason debut for the #Seahawks.
— Jay Tust (@KTVBSportsGuy) August 11, 2024
George scored on an 11-yard TD run, and finished with 24 yards rushing on six carries. He also had a nice tackle on special teams.#BOOM💥 pic.twitter.com/w3c2v6dSbo
Good News For Crossover Mariners/Broncos Fans
Pro Image Sports was super excited to sponsor the Boise State Alumni Association tonight and design/produce the New Era Boise State/Mariners hats pictured here. All the hats are in Seattle tonight but we will have them in Boise and online soon!! https://t.co/JxHAc1VFrT
— Travis B. Hawkes (@tbhawkes) August 11, 2024
A Different Kind of Commitment News
Coach Danielson even officiated Fely’s wedding
Three different love stories, four student-athletes.
— Boise State Broncos (@BroncoSports) August 8, 2024
These Broncos made the unique decision of getting married while still in college and competing at the Division 1 level.
📰 https://t.co/zQB4LJZVRA#BleedBlue | #WhatsNext pic.twitter.com/9Pajla8fBM
PSA For 2024 (and always)
Please heed this advice and especially don’t @ players on X/Twitter. We’re not BYU fans. We’re better than that.
Before the college athletics season begins just a reminder: players see your posts, parents of players see your posts. If you’ve got some negative stuff to vent about keep it in your drafts or phone a friend. #BleedBlue.
— J☢️el, Prince ☢️f Petty 👑🐴 (@Jaywhy17) August 8, 2024
See anything we missed? Let us know in the comments!

Thanks for all the hard work and lots of updates! I’m so excited for this season!
I really think Nelson will win the QB battle. My heart wants the underdog Madsen. However, Nelson will likely pull ahead of Mad Dog.
I’m a little torn. I also have a soft spot for the underdog, but I think that Nelson’s talent is going to win out. Likely, they will both play. I am for whichever one (or both, if needed) plays at a high level and helps us to get where we want to go!