The Vandal football team enters Saturday’s matchup with No. 8 Washington facing a familiar opponent on the opposite sidelines.
Third-year Husky head coach Chris Petersen squares off with Idaho wearing purple and gold after spending 13 seasons with Boise State as both an assistant and head coach. During his time with the Broncos, Petersen led his team to 10 straight victories in rivalry meetings with the Vandals from 2001-2010.
Petersen’s familiarity with the atmosphere of Idaho athletics provides the coach with a distinct advantage. However, Petersen has yet to square off with Vandal head coach Paul Petrino, who has recruited a squad boasting an offensive firepower that is unmatched by programs of previous years.