The Idaho Vandals football team represents the University of Idaho in NCAA competition. Established in 1893, the program has a long and storied history, competing in various conferences over the years, including the Pacific Coast Conference, Big Sky Conference, Big West, WAC, Sun Belt, and now returning to the Big Sky Conference at the FCS level.
Idaho found success in the mid-20th century and became known for its high-powered passing offenses in later years. Under legendary head coach Dennis Erickson, the Vandals won the 1987 Big Sky championship and made deep runs in the FCS playoffs before transitioning to the FBS level in 1996.
