College Football Update: Travel Troubles for Boise State Ahead of Season Opener
Date Updated: September 4, 2026, 10:00 PM ET
Boise State is gearing up for a challenging season opener against No. 2 Oregon on September 5. However, the team is facing significant travel issues that have disrupted their plans.
Due to adverse weather conditions, their flight to Eugene Airport was aborted after multiple attempts, leading to a diversion to Portland International Airport. The team landed around 3 PM local time but continued to face weather-related delays in Portland. As a result, they were unable to reboard and opted for a bus ride to Eugene, which has left them on the road into the night.
As of 6 PM PT, the Broncos had not yet departed for the approximately two-hour bus ride, meaning they could arrive at their team hotel as late as 9 PM.
The team’s kickoff against the Ducks is scheduled for 12:30 PM local time, necessitating an early wake-up after what promises to be a long travel day.
This game marks a significant moment as Boise State embarks on its first season in the newly rebranded Pac-12. Historically, the Broncos have had some success against Oregon, holding a 3-1 record all-time, but they haven’t won at Autzen Stadium since 2008.
Stay tuned for updates as Boise State prepares for this pivotal matchup!
