Dirk Koetter Steps Down as Boise State Offensive Coordinator, Citing NIL Challenges

Koetter transitions to a senior analyst role while Nate Potter is promoted to lead Boise State's offense after a successful season.

Dirk Koetter, a 42-year coaching veteran, announced his retirement as Boise State's offensive coordinator after one season, citing frustrations with the current state of college football, including NIL and transfer portal dynamics.
Nate Potter, a Boise State Hall of Famer and co-offensive coordinator, has been promoted to offensive coordinator for the 2025 season.
Koetter expressed concerns about Boise State's inability to compete financially in the NIL landscape, stating that top players were being lured by offers significantly higher than the school could match.
The Broncos had a strong 2024 season, reaching the College Football Playoff quarterfinals and producing Heisman runner-up Ashton Jeanty, who narrowly missed breaking Barry Sanders' single-season rushing record.
Koetter will remain with the program as a senior analyst, while head coach Spencer Danielson and the staff emphasize the need for increased NIL funding to retain and attract top talent.