JL Skinner Announced as Blue Chaos Flag Raiser
12/5/2024 4:00:00 PM | Football
BOISE, Idaho – Former Boise State safety JL Skinner will raise the Blue Chaos flag ahead of the 2024 Old Trapper Mountain West Championship Game, Friday evening at Albertsons Stadium.
Skinner (2019-22) started in 31 of the 44 total games he played as a safety for the Broncos. He was named First Team All-MW as a senior, Second Team All-MW as a junior, and earned invitations to both the East-West Shrine Bowl and the Reese's Senior Bowl. The San Diego, Calif., native finished his career tallying 208 total tackles, seven interceptions, three fumble recoveries and two forced fumbles.
"I am really excited to be raising the Blue Chaos flag," Skinner said. "Being a Boise State Bronco means everything to me. I have so many memories here and this place will forever hold a special place in my heart."
Skinner currently plays for the Denver Broncos after being selected in the sixth round of the 2023 NFL Draft. The safety has played in 12 career games (10 this season) for the squad, and has garnered seven tackles and one fumble recovery so far in his professional career.
"Bronco Nation has the best fans," Skinner said. "I can't wait to see them bring the juice for tomorrow's game. This is a special team doing special things. I can't wait to see us protect The Blue and bring another championship to the program."Â
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