The college football bowl season continues with the Idaho Potato Bowl scheduled for December 22, featuring Utah State and Washington State. Both teams enter the game with 6-6 records, aiming for a winning season. Utah State, coached by Bronco Mendenhall in his first season, has overcome potential sanctions that could have led to a bowl ban. Mendenhall's leadership has played a key role in guiding the team to this bowl appearance. Washington State, amid a coaching transition with interim coach Jesse Bobbit, will be led by quarterback Zevi Eckhaus, who is experienced and mobile, against Utah State's defense led by LB John Miller and DB Brevin Hamblin. The game is set for 2 p.m. ET on ESPN in Boise, Idaho, and serves as a preview of the upcoming Pac-12 league changes. Historically, Washington State has won three of their five prior matchups against Utah State, with their most recent meeting in 2024 ending 49-28. The matchup promises to be competitive, with both teams seeking to end their seasons on a positive note.