Robert Anae replaced Kevin McGiven as Utah State's offensive coordinator.
- Win total 5 — line up since open
- Bronco Mendenhall begins his first season at Utah State, inheriting a 6-7 losing record…
How past storylines turned out
Utah State's head-coaching hire held for another season.
Utah State's defensive coordinator change has died down — no clear next chapter yet.
Utah State's offensive coordinator spot turned over again the following season.
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Jun 25
Utah State win total rose from 5 to 5.5 (+0.5 wins) between Jun 24 and Jun 25, 2026 (tier C).
win total up 0.5 from 5.0 to 5.5
Why it mattersBronco Mendenhall begins his first season at Utah State with a 6-7 losing record to inherit and a program identity rooted in 2012's 11-2 season.
Robert Anae replaced Kevin McGiven as Utah State's offensive coordinator.
Why it mattersBronco Mendenhall begins his first season at Utah State, inheriting a 6-7 losing record and a program defined by its 2012 11-2 run and unique G5 identity.
Nick Howell replaced Bobby McMillen as Utah State's defensive coordinator.
Why it mattersBronco Mendenhall begins his first season at Utah State with a 6-7 losing record to inherit, challenging him to reshape a program defined by its 2012 legacy.
Utah State: the fanbase's identity shifting.
Why it mattersBronco Mendenhall begins his first season at Utah State with a 6-7 losing record to inherit, as the program's identity hinges on recapturing the 2012 era's altitude and bowl success.
Bronco Mendenhall took over as Utah State's head coach, replacing Nate Dreiling.
replaces 4-year head coach Blake Anderson (23-17)
Why it mattersBronco Mendenhall begins his first season at Utah State with 96% QB production returning and a 6-7 record to build on in a program defined by altitude and bowl runs.
Rooms tap to switch
The optimistic read: momentum, and the 'this is real' takes.
The analytical counter: rankings, results, and 'the hype is ahead of the tape' takes.
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