Former Boise State offensive coordinator Dirk Koetter has announced his retirement after just one season in the position. Koetter, who has accumulated 42 years of experience in coaching and even served as head coach at Boise State in the past, voiced concerns regarding the evolving landscape of college football. He specifically highlighted issues such as the transfer portal and the increasing influence of name, image, and likeness (NIL) compensation for athletes.

In a message posted on Facebook, Koetter remarked, “The rapid changes in college football may not be for the better.” He pointed out various challenges such as conference realignment, roster limitations, the transfer portal, and the absence of a powerful governing body to address these concerns.

Under Koetter’s guidance this season, the Broncos claimed the Mountain West championship and secured the No. 3 seed in the College Football Playoff, although they were eliminated by Penn State with a score of 31-14 in the quarterfinals.

Koetter expressed concern over the financial aspect of recruiting, stating, “We are facing situations where our top players are being offered between two to ten times what we can provide.” He noted the struggle to compete with other schools in attracting recruits due to higher financial incentives. Despite acknowledging that not everything revolves around money, he emphasized its growing importance in the recruitment landscape.

Ashton Jeanty, the Broncos’ running back, made headlines this season by finishing second in the Heisman Trophy voting and coming within 28 yards of the single-season rushing record held by Barry Sanders. Reports suggest that after his sophomore year, Jeanty received lucrative NIL offers from prominent SEC and Big Ten institutions.

While Koetter steps away from his role as offensive coordinator, he will continue to contribute to the program as a senior analyst, remaining involved with Boise State football.