The Vandal Nation staff makes their predictions for Idaho’s home opener vs. Western New Mexico 2 p.m. Saturday in the Kibbie Dome
Meredith Spelbring
Meredith Spelbring — Idaho 32, Western New Mexico 27
Western New Mexico may not pose as much of a chal- lenge to the Vandals as Fresno State did last weekend, butIdaho still needs to find its footing. Idaho gets a win under its belt, but the Mustangs will make them work for it.
Brandon Hill
Brandon Hill — Idaho 79, Western New Mexico 13
After last week, I’m sending a prayer to the football godsfor some poetic justice. Please, Lords Kramer and Friesz, bless the Kibbie Dome with a much needed win. The season might be lost without one.
Chris Deremer
Chris Deremer — Idaho 37, Western New Mexico 16
A decisive victory this week can make up for Idaho’s stumble in Fresno, and give the team a chance to pick upsome momentum going into Big Sky play. Expect thequarterback situation remain unsolved, but Idaho willpull out a big win in the Dome.
Jonah Baker
Jonah Baker — Idaho 42, Western New Mexico 24
After a near-historic beating, the offense and defensewill be running on another level this Saturday. Expect arevamped run attack that features more than one runningback getting a carry.