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Pokes in the Pros: Week 2
Carl Granderson (96), Photo courtesy of UW Athletics LARAMIE, Wyoming (9/16/25) – The team may not be all that great, but Carl Granderson is doing everything in his power to make New Orleans viable. The former University of Wyoming Cowboy is tied for the league lead in sacks with 3.5 following another week where he was consistently in the opponent's backfield. Granderson boasted seven tackles, two sacks, three tackles for loss and three quarterback hits in the Saints' 26-21 l

University of Wyoming Athletics Press Release
Sep 16, 20252 min read


Pokes Pulse: Now Is the Time to Create a “Wall of Honor” at War Memorial
Time for a “Wall of Honor” at War Memorial Stadium? The new press box at War Memorial Stadium. Photo by Jeff Bugher, PokesNews.com I’ve had the chance to travel to stadiums across the western United States. One of the things I always look forward to seeing is a “Ring of Honor” or “Wall of Honor.” Usually, it’s up on the press box or stretching across the façade of the stadium. Whenever I spot those names, I find myself stopping to read them. It’s a moment of nostalgia…”I didn

Jeff Bugher
Sep 15, 20253 min read


Samuel Harris Named Old Trapper MW Freshman of the Week
He rushed for a career-high 68 yards against No. 20 Utah Samuel "Tote" Harris. Photo by Ian Cadena, PokesNews.com LARAMIE, Wyo. (SEPT....

University of Wyoming Athletics Press Release
Sep 15, 20251 min read


Cowboys Fall to No. 20 Utah 31-6 on Saturday Evening
Photo by Ian Cadena, PokesNews.com Staff LARAMIE, Wyo. (SEPT. 13, 2025) – The Cowboy defense gave No. 20 Utah all it could handle in the first half, but the high-powered attack of the Utes was too much for the Cowboys in a 31-6 loss on Saturday evening inside War Memorial Stadium in the first meeting between the longtime rivals since the 2010 season. “Give credit to Utah,” UW head coach Jay Sawvel said. “They have a good football team, and they outplayed us tonight. The ma

University of Wyoming Athletics Press Release
Sep 14, 20252 min read


Game Day Guide: No. 20 Utah at Wyoming
Photo by Ian Cadena, PokesNews.com Staff Game Information Date: Saturday, September 13 Time: 6:00 p.m. MT (Mountain Time) Location: Laramie, Wyoming Stadium: War Memorial Stadium Playing Surface: FieldTurf Television Broadcast Network: CBS Sports Network Play-by-Play Announcer: Rich Waltz Color Analyst: Robert Turbin Sideline Reporter: Jordan Giorgio Radio Broadcast (Cowboy Sports Network) Flagship Station: KFBC 1240 AM, Cheyenne, WY Coverage: Carried live on 26 af

Jeff Bugher
Sep 13, 20255 min read


Graduate Transfer Evan Eller Finding His Identity at Linebacker for Cowboys
LB Evan Eller Embraces Leadership Role in Wyoming Linebacker Room Linebacker Evan Eller (6) celebrates his first interception as a...

Jeff Bugher
Sep 11, 20254 min read


Wyoming Athletics Announces Improvements for Fans Entering War Memorial Stadium
Fans are asked to arrive early and have tickets ready for download Photo by Troy Babbitt, UW Athletics LARAMIE, Wyoming (Sept. 11, 2025) – Wyoming Athletics announced on Thursday improvements for fans entering War Memorial Stadium for Wyoming's contest against Utah on Saturday. UW Athletics knows how important the gameday experience is for Cowboy fans and apologies for the long wait times to get into the stadium in the home opener against Northern Iowa. On Saturday, Gate 1 i

University of Wyoming Athletics Press Release
Sep 11, 20252 min read


Josh Allen Leads Way as Former Pokes Make Week 1 Impact in NFL
Josh Allen (17). Photo courtesy of UW Athletics LARAMIE, Wyoming – The National Football League's season got off to an emphatic start this week, and a former University of Wyoming Cowboy was at the epicenter of it. Josh Allen thrilled fans, the ones that stuck around at least, with a come-from-behind, 41-40, victory over Baltimore on Sunday night. Allen rallied the Bills back from a 40-25 deficit with a tremendous and record-breaking fourth quarter. He became the first quart

University of Wyoming Athletics Press Release
Sep 10, 20252 min read


Jay Sawvel’s Moneyball Approach Paying Off With Transfer Impact
Transfers Making an Early Impact for Wyoming University of Wyoming football head coach Jay Sawvel. Photo by Ian Cadena, PokesNews.com ...

Jeff Bugher
Sep 9, 20253 min read


Wyoming QB Kaden Anderson 'Fine,' Expected to Play Saturday
QB Kaden Anderson (12). Photo by Troy Babbit, UW Athletics LARAMIE, Wyo. – Wyoming head coach Jay Sawvel provided an update on...

Jeff Bugher
Sep 8, 20252 min read


Gold Out Turns Sour: Wyoming's Celebration Dampened by Potential QB1 Injury
Wyoming quarterback Kaden Anderson (12). Photo by Ian Cadena, PokesNews.com Staff It was a picture-perfect fall day at War Memorial...

Jeff Bugher
Sep 7, 20252 min read


Cowboys Dominate Northern Iowa 31-7, Move to 2-0
John Michael Gyllenborg celebrates with teammate Jack Walsh. Photo by Ian Cadena, PokesNews.com Staff LARAMIE, Wyo. (Sept. 6, 2025) –...

University of Wyoming Athletics Press Release
Sep 7, 20253 min read


Cowboys Host Northern Iowa on Saturday in a Gold Out of War Memorial Stadium
Photo by Troy Babbitt, UW Athletics LARAMIE, Wyo. (Sept. 2, 2025) – The Wyoming Cowboys open the home portion of the 2025 schedule on Saturday hosting Northern Iowa at 2 p.m. inside the newly renovated War Memorial Stadium. Saturday’s contest will be a Gold Out as Cowboy fans are encouraged to wear Gold to the stadium. Ticket Information Fans may order tickets online, via email or by phone at: •Go to GoWyo.com/tickets •Email tickets@uwyo.edu •Call (307) 766-

University of Wyoming Athletics Press Release
Sep 6, 20255 min read


LB Brayden Johnson Makes Statement in First Game as a Cowboy
Linebacker Brayden Johnson. Photo courtesy of UW Athletics When Brayden Johnson follows Warpaint the horse onto Jonah Field at War...

Jeff Bugher
Sep 5, 20254 min read


Update on Remaining Tickets for Cowboy Football vs. Nevada on November 22
Photo courtesy of UW Athletics LARAMIE, Wyo. (Sept. 4, 2025) – Due to high ticket demand for the Nov. 22 contest between the Cowboys and Nevada, a limited number of single game tickets remain. The Wyoming Athletics ticket office will open up a limited number of supplemental tickets Friday, Sept. 5 at 10 a.m. Additional tickets, many in highly desired seating locations inside War Memorial Stadium, are available as part of both season ticket and mini plan packages. To ensure

University of Wyoming Athletics Press Release
Sep 5, 20251 min read


NFL MVP Josh Allen Confirms Return to Laramie for Wyoming No. 17 Jersey Retirement
Josh Allen, photo courtesy of UW Athletics Number 17…Wyoming Football…That’s all you need to say in these parts for everyone to know who...

Jeff Bugher
Sep 4, 20253 min read


Family Ties: Wyoming RB Sam Scott Set for Special Game Against Brother’s Alma Mater
Left: Sam Scott hauls in a touchdown, Photo by Ian Cadena, PokesNews.com Staff. Right: Jayden Scott at UNI, Photo courtesy of UNI Athletics. When Wyoming takes the field against Northern Iowa this Saturday at War Memorial Stadium, the matchup will not be just another nonconference game for running back Sam Scott. It’ll be a family affair. Scott’s older brother, Jayden, played tight end at UNI from 2018 to 2022. For the first time, Jayden will be in the stands to watch Sam

Jeff Bugher
Sep 3, 20253 min read


Wyoming at Akron: What the Stats Reveal About the Game
Wyoming players huddle during pre-game warmups at Akron. Photo by Jeff Bugher, PokesNews.com staff. Wyoming heads into week two at 1-0...

Jeff Bugher
Sep 1, 20253 min read


Cowboys Drown Akron's Offense in Shutout 10-0
Wyoming QB Kaden Anderson (12). Photo courtesy of UW Athletics. Akron, Ohio– It wasn’t pretty, but Wyoming’s defense grinded through the...

Jeff Bugher
Aug 29, 20253 min read


Pokes Pulse: A Bigger, Faster, Stronger Wyoming
OPINION: Jeff Bugher, Editor Photo by Ian Cadena, PokesNews.com Staff In the game of football, size matters. “Bigger, faster,...

Jeff Bugher
Aug 26, 20252 min read
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