After Boise State fired previous head coach Andy Avalos, the Broncos promoted defensive coordinator Spencer Danielson to interim head coach. It was up to him to lead Boise State to a strong finish in 2023.
He did exactly that. The Broncos went on to win the Mountain West Championship over UNLV, and Boise State then made Danielson the long-term leader of the program.
Here’s a look at Danielson’s career up to this point.
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What’s Boise State Head Coach Spencer Danielson’s Salary?
Spencer Danielson agreed to a five-year, $6.5 million deal. The first year includes a base salary of $1.1 million but has other incentives.
Former Boise State head coach Andy Avalos made $1.75 million in total pay in 2023, according to USA Today.
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Spencer Danielson’s Coaching History
| Years | Team | Position |
| 2023 | Boise State | HC |
| 2021-23 | Boise State | DC/ILB |
| 2019-20 | Boise State | Co-DC/DL |
| 2018 | Boise State | STUDs |
| 2017 | Boise State | GA |
| 2014-16 | Azusa Pacific | LB |
| 2013 | Azusa Pacific | Assistant |
What’s Boise State Head Coach Spencer Danielson’s Record?
Spencer Danielson is 3-1 in the FBS as a head coach after leading the Broncos in 2023 following the firing of previous head coach Andy Avalos. Boise State ended the year with a loss in the LA Bowl.
How Old Is Boise State Head Coach Spencer Danielson?
Spencer Danielson is 35 years old.
Boise State Head Coach Spencer Danielson’s Background
Going into the 2023 season, the Broncos’ defense was one of the best units in the country with Danielson at defensive coordinator.
In 2022, the Broncos allowed the sixth-fewest yards in the FBS (281.5 per game) and the 11th-fewest points (18.5). The season before, they allowed the 12th-fewest points (19 per game).
After Danielson became Boise State’s head coach, the Broncos gave up an average of 16.3 points per game against Utah State, Air Force, and UNLV – all bowl-eligible teams in 2023.
Danielson was a positional coach at Boise State before being promoted to DC. From 2013-16, he coached at his alma mater, Azusa Pacific. He was a linebackers coach and a recruiting coordinator there.
