Boise State's numerical roster: What Bronco player will wear No. 1 next year?
by Kevan Lee on Feb 8, 2010 7:37 AM PST
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What difference do jersey numbers make in the big picture? Not much. What difference do they make when you are one month into a seven-month offseason? All the difference in the world!
After the jump, find out who is the favorite to wear No. 1 next season, discuss other number openings, and share your favorite number as a player and a fan.
Who will wear No. 1 in 2010?
One of Boise State's best offseason traditions is the awarding of the No. 1 jersey. Kyle Wilson took over No. 1 from Jerard Rabb in the 2007 offseason (Bonus for anyone who can name Wilson's number prior to No. 1). Rabb followed up Chris Carr, who followed the likes of Jay Swillie and Winky White. Who's next?
A list of candidates would certainly include Wilson's CB other half, Brandyn Thompson, who will undoubtedly get some attention this offseason as reigning Fiesta Bowl DMVP. Jeron Johnson and George Iloka may also be in the mix thanks to Chris Carr's historical precedent.
But really, I think the fight for No. 1 won't really be much of a fight at all.
Thanks to an insider tip from reader peteypablo, the safe money has got to be on Titus Young. Sources say that Young is in the market for a new number, statistics say that he is the Broncos' most effective big-play threat, and fans would have to agree that Young would most certainly do the number proud. When jersey changes are announced (most likely before spring practice starts), I expect Young to give up his No. 4 in exchange for his No. 1.
Do you think Young is the Broncos' next No. 1? Anyone else you think might get the number?
What other numbers are up for grabs?
- No. 4 (If Titus Young takes No. 1)
No. 12retired (HT: MKingery)- No. 14
- No. 32
- No. 40
- No. 46
- No. 51
- No. 53
- No. 55
- No. 60
- No. 63
- No. 67
- No. 68
- No. 69
- No. 74
The NCAA's uniform rules, if you can call them rules
The anal retentive NCAA plays it uncharacteristically fast and loose when it comes to uniform rules. In general, the following number guidelines are suggested:
- Offensive line: 50-79
- Defensive line: 50-99
- Linebacker: 1-99
- Defensive back: 1-49
- Running back: 1-49
- Wide receivers: 1-49 and 80-89
- Tight ends: 1-49 and 80-99
- Quarterbacks: 1-19
- Kickers: Whatever
Exceptions are so common they can hardly be labeled exceptions any more. What is your favorite number abnormality in the college game? I'm always a big fan of defensive linemen wearing single digits.
The only rules that come into play with jersey numbers are on lineman-eligible plays and duplicate number instances.
Who will wear what in 2010?
There are lots of numbers to choose from for the incoming recruiting class, last year's redshirts and grayshirts, and pretty much any Bronco player anxious to switch up the jersey. What might we see in 2010?
No. 12 and No. 14. Chances are good that new QB Grant Hedrick will take one of these. Will he be the next Jim McMillan (No. 12) or the next Joe Aliotti (No. 14)? (Note: He will be the next Joe Aliotti.)
No. 40. Who will wear Richie Brockel's old No. 40? I would love to see Dan Paul switch to 40 and then have the digits become a Bronco tradition for fullbacks. I'm sentimental like that.
No. 4. Last year, DJ Harper switched from No. 34 to No. 6. Could another RB go the single-digit route in 2010? Perhaps Malcolm Johnson?
Incoming DE recruit Tyrone Crawford could be the player to make the biggest splash from the 2010 class. He wore No. 92 at JC. What do you want to see him wear at Boise State? I think No. 67 would fit him well.
What jersey predictions do you have? Share them in the comments.
What is your favorite jersey number?
Maybe it's one that you had during your starcrossed high school career. Maybe it's a favorite date or address. Maybe it's a lucky number. What jersey number are you partial to?
I wore No. 51 in high school when I played both ways as a center and a linebacker, and I have loved the number dearly ever since. But I haven't had any No. 51 Broncos to root for since Dallas Dobbs. Is incoming LB recruit (and soon-to-be Mormon missionary) Darren Lee destined to be my new favorite player?
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I know Titus Young wants it.
And I bet he’ll get it!
Kyle Wilson wore #22 before switching to #1. If I remember the 2007 Fiesta Bowl right.
What do I win??
And I hope..
If Nike decides to do another “Rivalry Week” jersey, they pick us. Would love to see a mix up in the uniforms and helmets.
#12 is retired
Hedrick will not be wearing #12 since it has been retired by the school….still never clearly understood why and more curious, why is there no representation of it in the stadium?
"...east and west is the problem, north and south the solution."
Wow, I had no idea. Do you remember when that happened? I’ll make an edit to the story. Guess Hedrick will have No. 14 and like it (although, I think he would look pretty good in No. 32).
"Islanders fan, huh? Team of the future, I'd say." - Roger Johnson
you had mentioned it before
macmillan was #12 and he’s the reason why it’s retired. all-american and all that jazz.
you know that “museum” thing they have in front of the stadium (next to the will call booth)? there is a display there.
reason why i know that: a) macmillan was a teacher/coach at my highschool (though he NEVER brought up his playing days); b) used to be a student-rep for bsu and had to learn a bunch of FYI facts for when i gave tours; c) i’m really cool like that.
Dr. William Block: You gotta lose the arm, Joe.
Joe: Lose the arm? What do you mean, lose the arm? My arm?
below is the link to bsu's wikipedia
scroll down a bit (or hit ctrl+f and search for MCMILLAN to make it easier). don’t bother looking up McMillan’s actual name. he’s not a small business man from Toronto, Canada.
Dr. William Block: You gotta lose the arm, Joe.
Joe: Lose the arm? What do you mean, lose the arm? My arm?
Other numbers?
What other numbers have been retired by the school???
Plus I say give Doug Martin #1!!!
Be Perfect Waterbug!!
Linemen #1
I’m always a big fan of defensive linemen wearing single digits.
Couldn’t help but smile watching Jordan Hill (of Highland High-Pocatello) play for the ASU Sun Devils and Dirk Koetter a few years back. Listed at 6’2" and 301 lbs, and he wore #1.
by SactoBronco on Feb 8, 2010 8:26 AM PST reply actions 1 recs
rec'd
I think part of the reason why I was so high on LaTech’s D’Anthony Smith last season is that he played DT and wore No. 5.
"Islanders fan, huh? Team of the future, I'd say." - Roger Johnson
I think Winterswyk would look great in #1
Remember Hawaii’s Travis LaBoy (2004 2nd Round Pick) flying past O-lines sporting #1?
Obviously you're not a golfer...
Doug Martin...
Maybe Doug Martin should go with #1. Both Carr and Wilson before him switched from #22 to #1.
Has there been some recent unwritten ceremonious significance given to #1? Is it something the team decides on together? I have always thought that upper classman get first choice on a number and Carr, Wilson etc have chosen the number when it came available. Swillie wore it his whole career, as did Nate Sparks before him.
"...east and west is the problem, north and south the solution."
Jerard Rabb wore it for two seasons, too.
"Hell, I can get you a toe by 3 o'clock this afternoon... with nail polish."
Awesome!!!
Doug Martin is super fast, strong, and explosive!!! Plus he is about the same height as Kyle W., and Chris Carr……..
Perfect Fitttttttt
Plus he can play both ways ya’ll!!!!!
Be Perfect Waterbug!!
79
I wore number 79 in high school as I played O-line and D-line. I’ve always been very fond of that number. I love it that Clady wore 79 when he played at BSU. Too bad he couldn’t get that number in Denver.
As far as number 1 goes, I think Titus is the perfect fit. Sporting number 1 goes right with his personality.
"Hell, I can get you a toe by 3 o'clock this afternoon... with nail polish."
#55
Like KL said, I played both center and linebacker during my illustrious (that’s my story and I’m sticking to it) H.S. career in the Intermountain League in the Idaho Panhandle. I wore #55 all through school and it will always be my favorite. I would love to see some incoming defensive nightmare for the oppositioin pick up that number.
Numbers only restricted for eligibility
I have ehar that in the pros 90’s are nto eligible so tight ends cannot use them. in the 70’s there was a 00 inspired byt Billy “Whiteshoes” Johnson. It went away. I’m neutral on the issue of number although I do notice it when a d-line has a “teen” number like Joe O’Brien. HELMET LOGOS on th eother hand inspire and I htink we need to revisit that subject in depth in the offseason alonf with uniform in general(butt stripes for example).
tvmunson
anyway
i don’t have any partial numbers. when i played football in highschool, i played Left Out so when my number changed, it wasn’t a big deal.
Dr. William Block: You gotta lose the arm, Joe.
Joe: Lose the arm? What do you mean, lose the arm? My arm?
#86
That was the number I wore on both sides of the ball for home games. WR and DE. Away games I wore #82.
BSU don't need smoke and mirrors to get the job done, they got orange pants.
retiring numbers
It would be nice if they retired Wilson’s and Brockel’s numbers. Their leadership and example (especially off the game field) were the biggest reason the 2009 team went unbeaten, and won the the Fiesta Bowl. Of course if they did, then they’d have to retire IJ’s #, etc., etc., etc……………
indeed
i would suppose that unless a player was just absolutely, freaking phenominal (sp???) and not only won a heisman, but had a hand in either a bcs game or gasp a NC, then maybe i could be persuaded as such. till then, meh…
Dr. William Block: You gotta lose the arm, Joe.
Joe: Lose the arm? What do you mean, lose the arm? My arm?
We stopped retiring numbers in the 70's; only one is Jimmy Mac
I fwe were to restart now there are a number of guys who wer eoverlooked in those yesrs
tvmunson
KM
IF KM:
- finishes his career with every flippin’ Bronco QB record, and
- leads the Broncos to two more BCS bowl wins, and
- one of those BCS bowls is the NC game, and
- demonstrates the ability to walk on water, and
- persuades me to stop using these damn bullets in my posts, then
BSU will have to retire his #!!!
i will agree
i’m pretty sure he can do 3/5 of those for sure. and 4/5 when he does the first 3/5. wait. what was i saying?!
Dr. William Block: You gotta lose the arm, Joe.
Joe: Lose the arm? What do you mean, lose the arm? My arm?
Seventy Five!!! SEVENTY FIVE!!!
Check my profile pictureeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee!!!!!!
All day everyday……………..
2A State Champ………
O I miss you….(when i was relevant)…..
Be Perfect Waterbug!!
I think Veneble should change his number.
He has Kaepernick’s number already, he should wear it on the field, too.
I’m not sure about Young getting it. I think Young is amazing, and he’s adjusted since his full year suspension; but his hangloose anecdotes may keep that award away from him. Although I’d like Doug Martin to get that type of recognition, my favorite # is 22 and a big wide # on his jersey fits his intimidation factor.
So, my overall desire on who should get #1?
Mitch Burroughs
"Everyone counted us out. I don't know why they keep doing that." -- Kyle Wilson
by Loque on Feb 8, 2010 10:52 AM PST reply actions 3 recs
Martin!!
The kid deserves it, when you put ur team first and not worry about yourself, you deserve the recognition…..
Plus he is A STUDDDDDddddddddddddddddddd
like SUperman!!
and HE CAN DANCE!!!!!!!!
Be Perfect Waterbug!!
austin pettis number change
pettis wants to switch to the number zero next season, although idk if thats allowed i the rules
by robertjamespfeifer on Feb 8, 2010 1:08 PM PST reply actions
they could just do one of those "exceptions"
course, if they did allow it, please, please, please, no one do Gilbert “Agent 0/NRA member” Arenas thing.
seriously. Agent 0?! c’mon…
Dr. William Block: You gotta lose the arm, Joe.
Joe: Lose the arm? What do you mean, lose the arm? My arm?
Titus all the way
It fits him. I love TE’s with the 30-44 range. I really like #5 though, never had it for football(#87) but I played basketball for 14 years and either picked 5 or got stuck with 4.
Kirby Moore for Heisman
Agree Totally
Titus should wear #1 for sure. It really fits for some reason.
by MooreWalksOnWater on Feb 8, 2010 3:06 PM PST via mobile up reply actions
#6 is the best number in sports
To honor my man, the legend…Bill Russell.
Obviously you're not a golfer...
#73
My favorite number because 1) My number right now in high school (i’m a sophomore playing varsity) and 2) the guy on Boise State that shares my number (Nate Potter) also shares my position- left tackle
and #1 would be a good fit for Titus
Good things come to those who wait - except the Lions and Browns
by IdahoPackerBacker on Feb 8, 2010 5:35 PM PST reply actions
I played....
Left tackle my senior year cuz my qb had torn his ACL/MCL, and i had too quick feet to play right tackle wit all the fat ppl lol….but i played right tackle my junior year….i noticed you get called for holding more on the left…when ur all alone….especially going against Mclellin frm Marsing and the kuder kid from payette….
Be Perfect Waterbug!!
My fav is #25
Korey Hall’s old number. I think its the best number for a middle linebacker, not sure why.
- will most likely go to Titus Young.
Possible surprise upset: Kirby Moore.
3
I played baseball though. Only played a couple years of football, I wore 30. But I wore number 3 all the way through baseball. You know, Babe Ruth and all.
Boise State - The best in all the land (The "land" being Idaho, and large parts of California, Oregon, and Nevada.)
by Mikrino on Feb 8, 2010 6:46 PM PST via mobile reply actions
I think Thomas Byrd should wear number 1.
Boise State - The best in all the land (The "land" being Idaho, and large parts of California, Oregon, and Nevada.)
by Mikrino on Feb 8, 2010 6:48 PM PST via mobile reply actions
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Titus Young will be wearing jersey #1 (Source: Jeron Johnson)
"Everyone counted us out. I don't know why they keep doing that." -- Kyle Wilson
My favorite # is 52
High school football number (OL/DL/LB) and now recreational city league Ultimate number.
Anyone else on here play 8 man football in District III? I went to Cole Valley Christian HS from ‘98-’02 although I only played from ‘00-’02. Played against Notus, Greenleaf, Wilder, Idaho City, etc.
Mariners/D Broncos/BSU Broncos fan in Seattle
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