Tyler Hughes (left), Jackson Holman (right). Photo courtesy of UW Athletics LARAMIE, Wyo. - One thing PokesNews.com observed during the University of Wyoming’s annual spring game inside War Memorial Stadium last Saturday was that the deep passing attack might be making its return for the Cowboys. For a program that has lacked deep plays through the air at times in recent seasons, one play last Saturday sparked interest. Article Continues Below Article Continues Below The m

Photo Courtesy of UW Athletics LARAMIE, Wyo. – The Wyoming Cowboys closed the spring with the annual spring game inside War Memorial Stadium on Saturday afternoon. The Cowboy offense got the best of the defense 37-21 in a modified scoring system. “We got good work today and we have a long way to go,” Head coach Jay Sawvel Said. “Every day is an important day for us. Even these next few weeks when guys are still here before we get to the summer is important.” Article Conti

Sam Scott scores a TD against Texas Tech in an upset. Photo by Ian Cadena, PokesNews.com OMAHA, Neb. – As day three of the NFL Draft unfolds, former University of Wyoming running back Sam Scott is awaiting whatever comes next in his football career. The fact that he's even a running back is interesting, as he came to Wyoming to play defense. “I’m in Omaha with family, where I’ll be watching more on the edge of my seat a little bit more and more. I'll just kind of get an und

Photo courtesy of UW Athletics LARAMIE, Wyo. - PokesNews.com had the chance to interview Tegen Seeds about his path to the University of Wyoming football program, along with his Wyoming roots. At 6-foot, 303 pounds, the sophomore defensive lineman from Douglas, Wyoming, has already proven himself in the Cowboys’ program. But where did he get his inspiration to become a Division I football player? Article Continues Below Article Continues Below “I'm going to say my Dad [Jac

Tyler Hughes (6). Photo courtesy of UW Athletics. LARAMIE, Wyo. – Transfer quarterback Tyler Hughes is settling in well on the high plains in Laramie. But how much do we really know about Hughes? PokesNews.com sat down with Wyoming’s newest signal caller to gain insight. Hughes started playing football when he was four years old, before most kids begin kindergarten. His journey began in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, where he played for the Fort Lauderdale Broncos. His family m

Mark Branch (center). Photo courtesy of UW Athletics LARAMIE, Wyo. - For nearly two decades after taking over the University of Wyoming wrestling program, Mark Branch has built a consistent winning program. He has built a blue-collar standard. Following his 18th season in Laramie, Branch owns a 159-99 coaching record, making him the winningest head coach in program history. His resume includes 21 All-Americans, 91 NCAA qualifiers, 29 conference champions, two NCAA finalis

Individual workouts during spring practice at War Memorial Stadium. Photo by Jeff Bugher, PokesNews.com LARAMIE, Wyo. – Saturday was the first spring football padded practice. Head football coach Jay Sawvel had been anticipating this day since earlier in the week, as he wanted to see how his team would perform in full uniform. In post-practice interviews, Sawvel appears to be looking for perfection. He didn’t even think it was close… but it was progress. The biggest factor

Jason Maciejczak. Via X, formerly known as Twitter. LARAMIE, Wyo. - When Jason Maciejczak arrived in Laramie during the offseason, he didn’t come chasing NIL hype or headlines. The offensive lineman, who transferred from the Nebraska Cornhuskers, was seeking an opportunity. “I’m not really chasing a dollar amount,” Maciejczak told PokesNews.com before coming to campus earlier this year. “I’m chasing an opportunity, and that’s what they’re giving me.” Wyoming felt like t

Photo courtesy of Utah Tech LARAMIE, Wyo. – With the departure of previous cornerbacks coach Benny Boyd for TCU earlier this month, it was only a matter of time until Sawvel found a replacement. Cowboy football head coach Jay Sawvel found his man just down the road in Greeley, Colorado. Sawvel announced on Monday the addition of JB Hall to the coaching staff. He will serve as an assistant coach and mentor the cornerbacks for the Brown and Gold. He brings over 10 years of col

Issac Schoenfeld (87). Photo by Ian Cadena, PokesNews.com LARAMIE, Wyo. - For University of Wyoming tight end Isaac Schoenfeld, things just feel different heading into his junior season. The Rock Springs, Wyoming native stands at 6-foot-5 and 258 pounds...imposing...yes. But it's his growth in confidence and focus that has him excited for the 2025 season to begin. This year feels different from the top down. “Yeah, I think it's been different,” Schoenfeld said of this year’s

John Hoyland celebrates his MVP award following the Barstool Arizona Bowl in Tucson (2023). Photo by Jeff Bugher, PokesNews.com John Hoyland trades his mountain views for a shot at the NFL dream. The former University of Wyoming all-time leading scoring placekicker officially signed with the Baltimore Ravens on Monday, just days after participating in the team’s rookie minicamp. Hoyland, who was on many watch lists and conference teams through his collegiate career, is best k

Clay Nanke (85). Photo by Ian Cadena, PokesNews.com Staff Photographer LARAMIE, Wyo. — Clay Nanke didn’t expect to be catching passes as...

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Caleb Driskill (36) assists QB Andrew Peasley (6), 2023. Photo by Ian Cadena, PokesNews.com Staff LARAMIE, Wyo. (Nov 22, 2024) -- Saturday will be an emotional day for all seniors and graduates who will walk onto Jonah Field at War Memorial Stadium for the final time. During Senior Day pregame ceremonies, public address announcer Josh Hunter will state Caleb Driskill's name as he exits the High Altitude Performance Center. He will be greeted by head coach Jay Sawvel, who will

Evan Svoboda. Photo by Ian Cadena, PokesNews.com Staff LARAMIE, Wyo. (Nov. 19, 2024) - Evan Svoboda ran onto Sonny Lubick field in Fort Collins, Colo. last Friday night as QB2 and as a tight end. Yes, you read that right… tight end. The former starting quarterback for the Cowboys is now adding another position to his plate besides his QB2 duties. Svoboda began the year as QB1, but offensive struggles and a 1-6 start to the season had Jay Sawvel inserting QB2 Kaden Anderso

LARAMIE, Wyo. - MW Talking Points Nine Mountain West programs are in action in Week 6. No. 23/25 UNLV hosts a 3-1 Syracuse squad on...

By Jeff Bugher jeff@pokesnews.com 8/27/2024 The ‘Grand Canyon State’ of Arizona is where Craig Bohl rode off into the sunset of...

By Jeff Bugher jeff@pokesnews.com 8/11/2024 Laramie, Wyo.- The Wyoming defensive coordinator position is entering a new era with Aaron...

By Jeff Bugher jeff@pokesnews.com 8/8/2024 LARAMIE, Wyo. (Aug. 8, 2024) – Sawvel spoke to the media earlier this week to address the...

By Jeff Bugher jeff@PokesNews.com 4/21/2024 Here is the intriguing story of how “J-Mike” found high school football and how Wyoming found him. John Michael Gyllenborg scores his first ever college touchdown in an upset against Texas Tech. Photo by Troy Babbitt, UW Athletics Laramie, Wyoming - In 2021, of all the recruits offered full-ride scholarships to play football at the University of Wyoming, less was known about John Michael Gyllenborg of Leawood, Kansas, at the time