The questions surrounding the Bengals heading into Idaho State’s spring game were loud. Which quarterback will stand out? What does the wide receiver rotation look like? Will the offense explode with big plays and multiple touchdowns? In the end the Idaho State defense had the answers to it all: not today.
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The Bengals had the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) on the ropes. Down 21–17, quarterback Jordan Cooke had just marched Idaho State to the 3-yard line. The Dome buzzed. Momentum was theirs.
Then Cooke left the game.
The 2025 Idaho State Bengals kick off their season Aug. 23 at UNLV with cautious optimism. After a two-win improvement from 2023 to 2024, the Bengals finished last year 5–7 and are aiming to take another step forward under third-year head coach Cody Hawkins.
A hush falls over the ICCU Dome, broken only by the sharp click of stopwatches and the rhythmic pounding of cleats on turf. This is Idaho State’s Pro Day – a day when dreams are on the line, and futures hang in the balance.
In their season finale, Idaho State Bengals lose to the Idaho Vandals. The offense struggled early, ultimately resulting in a loss. However, they fought till the final whistle, showing heart and resilience.
Coach Grant Duff strengthens the Bengals’ defense. A ‘proven winner’, he previously worked for Weber State, who consistently ranked among the best in the nation. With Coach Duff’s leadership, Idaho State University’s football team is poised for an exciting future.
Idaho State’s new run-and-shoot offense, implemented by Head Coach Cody Hawkins, revitalizes the team into a high-scoring, dynamic unit. This adaptable system enhances offensive production, captivating fans and attracting skilled players. With increased excitement and optimism among supporters, the Bengals aim for success and potential playoff opportunities.
Austen Hunzeker Reporter The Bengals beat the Southern Utah Thunderbirds 38-28 in an intense game Saturday, Sept. 21, at the annual homecoming football game held at the ICCU Dome. Bengals showed up in a crowd of nearly 9,000, with student attendees being only 100 away from breaking the student ticket […]
Hadley Bodell Sports Writer You’ve seen him on the field, the TV screen, or maybe even around the ISU campus, but few people know the full story behind Idaho State University’s new punter—Ross Bolger. From across the world in Dublin, Ireland, Bolger is one of the recent additions to the […]
Hadley Bodell Sports Editor The Idaho State Bengals took on the Northern Colorado Grizzlies in an intense match Saturday evening at Holt Arena for the yearly Homecoming Game. In one of the biggest turnouts of the year, hundreds of students made their way to Holt Arena Saturday night for the […]
The Idaho State football team lost to No. 8 Montana State 27-9 on Saturday the 23rd in the afternoon in front of a crowd of 19,297 at Bobcat Stadium. Idaho State had a season-high 213 yards rushing on 54 carries. Tyevin Ford rushed for a season-high 112 yards on 26 […]
The Idaho State football team beat a Top 10 team for the first time since 2005, beating No. 7 UC Davis 27-17 at Holt Arena. Coming into Saturday’s game the Aggie offense was averaging 35 points a game. Through three quarters, UC Davis had only three points before scoring two […]
The Idaho State football team lost 35-14 to No. 8 University of North Dakota Fighting Hawks on Saturday afternoon in Holt Arena in their first game of the season. After COVID-19 pushed last year’s season into the spring, the Bengal fans were excited to see their team back in action. […]
Trevor Delaney Sports Editor The Bengals fell to the Weber State Wildcats in Ogden, Utah this weekend on Saturday, April 10, after a game that came close to falling in ISU’s favor. The final score for Saturday’s football game was 15 points for the Bengals, with the Wildcats finishing with […]