
Boise State’s physical safety Derek Ganter Jr. is poised for a bigger 2026 role
Ganter enters the 2026 season as a likely Boise State starter after a 2024 breakout at Eastern Washington and a solid first year in Boise, where he played in all 14 games, made 27 tackles, and flashed the run support and range that made him an FCS Freshman All-American in 2024. He brings NFL-style size, physicality, and versatility at safety, plus enough production to matter when the Broncos need a tone-setter in the back end. If you want a tough, experienced defensive back who can help clean up the middle of the field, he looks like a strong fit.






