Boise State University announced that they are in need of a new football coach after the firing of Andy Avalos on Sunday. Athletic director Jeramiah Dickey expressed gratitude for Avalos’ dedication and effort, as well as wishing him and his family the best in their next steps. Finding a new coach is crucial as Avalos’ firing marks the first coaching change over performance since Skip Hall resigned in 1992.
Boise State has a long history of success, with only five losing seasons since 1947. However, the program’s recent performance has been below expectations, prompting the change in leadership. The school is determined to return to their winning ways and compete for the Group of 5 berth in the College Football Playoff.
The program’s home in the future is also a critical consideration, as the future of the Pac-2 and Mountain West conferences might be intertwined. While the school recruits heavily in western states, it remains to be seen if their future lies in the Pac-2 or Mountain West.
Many names are being considered as potential candidates for the head coaching role, including former Boise State head coach Bryan Harsin, Washington offensive coordinator Ryan Grubb, Los Angeles Chargers offensive coordinator Kellen Moore, Missouri offensive coordinator Kirby Moore, Texas co-defensive coordinator Jeff Choate, and Montana State head coach Brent Vigen, among others. Each candidate is evaluated based on their experience and connections to the Boise State program, the Pacific Northwest, and Mountain West region.
Boise State is determined to find the right candidate to lead their football program back to success and continue their tradition of winning. The university’s history of success, combined with the ongoing athletics fundraising efforts and upgrades to facilities, provide a strong foundation for the next head coach to build upon. With an eye on the future and the desire to compete at the highest level of college football, the search for a new football coach at Boise State is underway.