Spencer Danielson Named Eddie Robinson Finalist

Spencer Danielson, head coach of Boise State, has been named a finalist for the 2024 Eddie Robinson Coach of the Year Award after leading the Broncos to a 12-1 record and a Mountain West Championship title. Danielson, who became the first interim head coach in FBS history to win a conference championship game, was promoted to full-time head coach following a 44-20 victory over UNLV. The award recognizes exceptional performance during the regular season, with the winner to be announced on December 18, 2024. Other finalists include Shane Beamer of South Carolina, Curt Cignetti of Indiana, and six first-time nominees. Danielson's leadership has propelled Boise State into the College Football Playoff, where they are seeded third and will face either Penn State or SMU in the Fiesta Bowl. His winning percentage of 88.2% ranks second in program history, highlighting his impactful coaching tenure.