Maybe third time’s the charm in 2025.
The Boise State Broncos and UNLV Rebels will meet for the third consecutive year in the Mountain West Football Championship Game. The Broncos won the previous two and are looking for a three-peat, while the Rebels are still vying for their first-ever conference title.
You won’t want to miss this clash of the Mountain West titans on Friday, December 5. I wrote this guide to help fans know exactly where and how to watch the 2025 MW championship game.
2025 Mountain West Football Championship Game preview
Some people might think it’s boring. But I love a rivalry that spans several seasons. That’s exactly what we’re getting with this third matchup between the Broncos and Rebels on Friday, December 5, on FOX.
Four Mountain West teams finished with identical 6–2 conference records. Boise State and UNLV got the nod because of a tiebreaker that used several statistical metrics. And, the Broncos are hosting the game due to a head-to-head tiebreaker.
Basically, a computer gave us this repeat matchup. And you know what? I don’t really care. I like fun. And these teams deserve to play for the title. Here’s why.
Boise State
The Broncos are led by quarterback Maddox Madsen, who has 15 touchdown passes and averages 221.6 passing yards per game. Those numbers are despite him getting injured on November 1 and not playing since.
But Madsen will return—and start—against UNLV. He’ll more than likely eclipse 2,000 passing yards for the season that night, too.
Boise State’s leading rusher is Riley Dylan, who has amassed 1,016 yards and 10 TDs going into Friday. Next on the last of productive running backs is Sire Gaines, who has seven touchdowns and 731 yards.
Boise State has seven receivers this season with 200-plus yards. Leading the way is Latrell Caples with 515, followed by Chris Marshall with 467.
The Broncos went 8–4 overall this season. They snuck by Utah State in a 25-24 win to close out 2025. But other than that, their games are not particularly close, whether they win or lose. And they won five of their six games on the Smurf Turf, where they’ll face UNLV.
UNLV
The Rebels have the better overall record (10–2) and a longer winning streak (four) than the Broncos heading into this game. And while Boise State has been almost unbeatable at home, so has UNLV on the road with just one loss.
Plus, as you’ll see below, the Rebels edge the Broncos in many offensive categories.
Quarterback Anthony Colandrea has been healthy all season and amassed more than 3,000 yards en route to 22 touchdowns. Jai’Den Thomas is the team’s leading rusher with 944 yards and 12 TDs, while Jaden Bradley has 834 receiving yards and averages nearly 70 per game.
But UNLV has already lost to Boise State once this season, which is the reason why the championship game is in Idaho and not Nevada. Defense will be key for the Rebels.
We’re in🏆
— UNLV Football (@unlvfootball) November 30, 2025
📍Boise, ID
⏰ 5 PM
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By the numbers
| Stat | Boise State Broncos | UNLV Rebels |
|---|---|---|
| Passing yards per game | 240.6 | 258.6 |
| Rushing yards per game | 189.8 | 204.7 |
| Points scored per game | 30.8 | 37.2 |
| Rushing yards allowed per game | 162.3 | 175.5 |
| Passing yards allowed per game | 167.1 | 246.0 |
| Points allowed per game | 23.2 | 28.1 |
Watch Mountain West Football Championship for free
Looking for free ways to watch the 2025 Mountain West Football Championship Game? FOX is once again the broadcast channel home for Friday’s game, so you can watch it for free with an over-the-air (OTA) antenna like the Mohu Leaf 50. Antennas allow you to catch national networks like FOX and CBS without requiring a TV subscription.
Streaming TV fans should turn to Fubo, which has a great seven-day free trial for new customers and availability on nearly every major smart TV platform. Check out our full Streaming Free Trials guide to learn more.
Visit our Boise State Broncos and UNLV Rebels team pages for more details on watching the Mountain West Championship Game live.
UNLV Rebels at Boise State
2025 Mountain West Football Championship Game 
Date: Friday, Dec. 5
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Channel: FOX
Location: Albertsons Stadium in Boise, Idaho
How to watch Mountain West Football Championship Game FAQ
When is the Mountain West Football Championship Game?
The 2025 Mountain West Football Conference Championship Game will air on FOX and this Friday, Dec. 5, at 7:00 p.m. ET.
Where can I watch the Mountain West Football Championship Game for free?
You can watch this game for free with an OTA antenna or a free streaming trial to a service like Fubo.
How many times has Boise State won the Mountain West championship?
The Boise State Broncos have won five Mountain West football championships. Their first was in 2014, and most recent in 2024.
Can I stream the Mountain West Football Championship game?
Yes. If you want to watch the game online, you can try a TV service like Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, Stream with DIRECTV, or Fubo. Each of these will give you access to your local FOX station and offer free trials of varying lengths.
Why you should trust us
Our CableTV.com Senior Writer, Eric Chiu, created this guide by researching this year’s Mountain West Championship game schedule and channel details. He verified the TV information with official broadcast sources and analyzed the best viewing options. Additionally, he examined team stats and storylines to provide an in-depth preview of the matchup.
Check out our How We Rank page to learn more about our methods.
