Wyoming Cowboys Eye Fresno State Showdown as Walk-On Florentine Shines

Wyoming Cowboys Eye Fresno State Showdown as Walk-On Florentine Shines

LARAMIE, Wyo. – The Wyoming Cowboys are gearing up for an exciting matchup against the Fresno State Bulldogs on Saturday, November 10, 2025. Kickoff is set for 8:30 p.m. MT, marking the Cowboys’ first trip to Fresno since the 2022 season.

Fans can catch the action live on FS1, with Trent Rush providing play-by-play commentary and Petros Papadakis serving as the analyst. For those wishing to listen, the game will be broadcasted on the Cowboy Sports Network, featuring Keith Kelley on the call, Kevin McKinney analyzing the action, and Jarred Anderson reporting from the sidelines.

In notable news, Wyoming’s Ben Florentine has been nominated for the prestigious Burlsworth Trophy, recognizing outstanding performances by players who began their careers as walk-ons. Florentine, a nose tackle from Anaheim, California, has made significant contributions to the Cowboys since joining the team in 2021. With 63 career tackles, including a team-leading five sacks this season, Florentine has made a name for himself and is also recognized for his exceptional performance with a blocked field goal.

Another standout player is tight end John Michael Gyllenborg, who recently received an invitation to participate in the East-West Shrine Game. Despite missing some time due to injury, he has made an impact with 67 career catches and is expected to be a key player for the Cowboys moving forward.

The Cowboys’ defense has also been impressive, highlighted by linebacker Ethan Stuhlsatz who registered a career-high of 10 tackles against San Diego State. The linebacking corps has been solid throughout the season, contributing significantly to the team’s overall defensive performance. The team has recorded nine interceptions and 32 pass breakups, showcasing their improving defensive prowess compared to last season.

Punter Bart Edmiston continues to shine, recently averaging 50.5 yards per punt against San Diego State, furthering his recognition with back-to-back selections to the Ray’s Eight List by the Ray Guy Award for top punters in the nation.

On the road once again, the Cowboys are ready to take on Fresno State, who are coming off a decisive 30-7 victory over Boise State, effectively ending a 16-game winning streak for the Broncos. The Bulldogs have shown a strong defense, allowing just 21.8 points per game, with Finn Claypool leading the charge with 5.5 sacks.

Historically, Fresno State leads the series against Wyoming 9-6; however, Wyoming emerged victorious in their last encounter, winning 24-19 in Laramie. The Cowboys’ last win at Bulldog Stadium dates back to 2014, when they achieved a remarkable 45-17 victory that saw Brian Hill set a Mountain West record for all-purpose yards.

As the Cowboys prepare for this key road game, fans are looking forward to seeing how the team will perform against a formidable opponent. With players like Florentine and Edmiston leading the way, Wyoming hopes to build on their recent successes and secure another victory.

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