Podcasts about montana state

Colter Nuanez catches up with standouts from the 1970s, 1980s, 1990s and 2000s on their perspective on the rise of Montana State over the last 50 years. MSU will try to end a 41-year national title drought on Monday.3:25 - Paul Dennehy, quarterback of 1976 national title team 12:23 - Kelly Davis, WR on 1984 national title team 30:16 - Chad Mayer, Bobcat TE from 1992-1996 55:26 - Brent Swagger, All-American offensive tackle 2000-2003

Brandon Vancleeve, a former Montana State player and now the president of of the Bobcat Collective, talks about NIL, MSU's rise to the ranks of the nationally elite and how the collective has played a role.

Illinois State defensive coordinator Travis Niekamp and strength and conditioning coach Matt Nicholson, each formerly coaches at the University of Montana, analyze playing Montana State in the FCS title game.

On this episode of The Bluebloods, Zach McKinnell and Timothy Rosario from FCS Football Central preview the FCS National Championship game between Montana State and Illinois State. The duo discusses key matchups to watch on each side of the ball, potential x-factors for both teams, the most important positional battles, and makes their official predictions on who will win it all on Monday night. All this and more right here on The Bluebloods! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this week's Akem's Analysis, I preview the upcoming FCS National Championship game. Montana State and Illinois State will face off for the FCS crown on Monday, January 5th, in Nashville, Tennessee. Stay tuned for the whole episode. Like and comment your thoughts down below! SUBSCRIBE BEFORE YOU LEAVE!!! SPORTS BET MONTANA LINK: https://sportsbetmontana.com/en0:00 - Intro2:21 - Montana State/Illinois State Preview29:42 - 5 Biggest Matchups in The FCS Championship41:42 - Final Thoughts43:03 - End

Samuel Akem and Colter Nuanez join forces to talk about current transfer portal action, comings and goings for the Griz, what Illinois State brings to the table for the FCS title game and what makes this the greatest era of Bobcat football ever for Montana State.

Former Montana State coach and player Michael Rider joins Colter Nuanez to break down the dynamics that have gone into Montana State reaching its third national championship game in five seasons.

Analyst Ty Gregorak joins Colter Nuanez to talk about NIL, the transfer portal, the lack of regulation + thoughts on Montana State's pursuit of a national championship for the first time since 1984.

Leo Davis, a former Bobcat football player and now the color commentator on the Bobcat Radio Network, joins Colter Nuanez to talk about MSU's two straight rivalry wins and three playoff wins to punch another ticket in the national title game.

Kris Atteberry, a Bozeman native and former Voice of Montana State, joins Colter Nuanez to share memories and analyze what gives MSU a chance to win its first national title since 1984, when Atteberry was a 12-year-old growing up in Bozeman.

On this episode, Sam and Zach preview the FCS championship game between Montana State and Illinois State. What are some key matchups, things to watch, and storylines heading into this game?The podcast is presented by HERO Sports and BetMGM. Visit HERO Sports for FCS coverage and BetMGM for online betting odds.

Joe DeLeone & Sean Anderson preview the upcoming FCS National Championship game between Montana State & Illinois State Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the first hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez is joined by FCS Insider Sam Herder to break down Montana's season—one that featured flashes of dominance but ultimately left fans wanting more. The two discuss what went right, what fell short, and how the Grizzlies stack up on the national FCS stage. Colter and Sam also preview the FCS National Championship matchup between Montana State and Illinois State, analyzing key matchups, major storylines, and what's at stake in the title game. (8:12)Next, Colter provides updates on both Montana and Montana State men's and women's basketball, breaking down recent results and where each program stands. (38:11)To close out the hour, Colter discusses the news of Glacier High standout flag football quarterback Karley Allen becoming the first woman from Montana to continue her flag football journey at the collegiate level. (51:06)

On this week's ESPN Roundtable, Colter Nuanez sits down with Missoula native and Montana State running back Adam Jones to discuss the Bobcats' impressive season and what it means to compete for a national championship. Jones shares insight into the team's journey, the mindset heading into the title game, and the pride of representing Montana on college football's biggest stage. (17:08)Next, Colter reacts to an intriguing tweet from Montana quarterback Kealiʻi Ah Yat announcing his return to the Grizzlies next season, then is joined by Brooks Nuanez to break down additional transfer news and roster movement coming out of Griz Country. (35:38)

Montana State sophomore captain running back joined Colter Nuanez on Nuanez Now to preview the FCS national title game between MSU and Illinois State.

Tom Stuber, a veteran sportswriter who covers Montana State for Skyline Sports, helps break down MSU's semifinal win over rival Montana in the FCS Playoffs and previews the Bobcats' national title game tilt against Illinois State.

Skyline Sports senior photographer Blake Hempstead gives his impressions of Montana State as the crew makes their way to the national championship game for the fifth time since 2019.

On this episode, Sam is joined by Colter Nuanez of Skyline Sports and ESPN Montana. They discuss:-Montana State's journey to the national title game-How this year's team has a different personality from last year's team-Is last year's championship result a motivating factor?-Is this the best coaching job by Brent Vigen in his time at MSU?-Justin Lamson and the new-look offense-Illinois State matchup-Nashville-And moreThe podcast is presented by HERO Sports and BetMGM. Visit HERO Sports for FCS coverage and BetMGM for online betting odds.

On this episode of The Bluebloods, Zach McKinnell is joined by Timothy Rosario of FCS Football Central to discuss how Illinois State and Montana State built their rosters to make a run to Nashville for the FCS national championship. The duo also debates which teams should be considered the best national championship teams of the Frisco Era, highlights some of the best teams that didn't win it all during that era, and breaks down how Montana State and Illinois State compare to past FCS national championship teams. All this & more right here on The Bluebloods! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Hour 1 of Nuanez Now opens with Colter Nuanez recapping his Christmas week before shifting focus to Montana State's national championship matchup. Colter breaks down Illinois State's remarkable postseason run, highlighted by four straight road wins — including a stunning upset of heavy favorite North Dakota State — and what it means for the Bobcats heading into the title game.The hour continues with an in-depth interview featuring Colter's brother, Brooks Nuanez, as they discuss Montana State's rebuild last season and the journey that led the Bobcats back to the national championship stage. (32:27)The hour wraps up with Colter featuring interviews with Montana State seniors Paul Brott and JT Reed, who share their preparation and emotions heading into the final game of their college football careers, along with their thoughts on the championship matchup against Illinois State. (41:47)

Hour 2 of Nuanez Now kicks off with Colter Nuanez welcoming Montana State play-by-play voice Keaton Gillogly for an in-depth conversation on the Bobcats. The two discuss Montana State's impressive rebuild from last season to now, the program's sustained success this year, and the impact of head coach Brent Vigen in leading the Bobcats to another championship run. (1:31)The hour continues with Colter featuring interviews with Illinois State senior quarterback Tommy Rittenhouse and junior linebacker Tye Niekamp, as they reflect on their remarkable journey to the FCS National Championship and making history as the only team to win four straight road games on the path to the title game. (27:52)

Montana State fifth-year head coach Brent Vigen has led MSU to the FCS national title game in consecutive seasons and in three of the last five years overall. The Bobcats take on No. 17 Illinois State, the first team in FCS playoff history to win four straight road games. The contest takes place in Nashville, Tennessee on Monday January 5.

Illinois State head coach Brock Spack broke down his team's four consecutive road wins in the FCS Playoffs to reach the national title game for the first time since 2014 and the second time under Spack's leadership.

Former Montana State All-American JP Flynn joins Colter Nuanez for a breakdown of MSU's 48-23 win over Montana to advance to the FCS title game for the third time in five years. The Bobcats will play No. 17 Illinois State on Monday January 5 in Nashville, Tennessee.

Montana State senior defensive tackle Paul Brott (left) and senior center JT Reed addressed the media a week ahead of MSU's FCS national title game against Illinois State. The Bobcats have advanced to three of the last five title games, losing to North Dakota State in its previous two trips. Illinois State beat NDSU in the second round of this year's playoffs.

Montana State head coach Brent Vigen, offensive lineman JT Reed, and defensive tackle Paul Brott met with the media for a virtual press conference a week before the FCS championship. In-person media interviews will be conducted two days before the game in Nashville. Here is audio from the Dec. 29 presser.

The FCS CheckDown Podcast is the go-to show for fans of Football Championship Subdivision (FCS) college football. Hosted by veteran sports broadcasters Nathan McCreary and Brandon Joseph, along with former Western Kentucky player and football aficionado Coach Ron Jackson, the podcast dives deep into everything happening across the FCS landscape.Each episode features in-depth discussions, game analysis, and exclusive interviews with standout players and coaches from around the nation. The hosts bring a mix of professional insight, on-field experience, and authentic passion for the game that connects with both hardcore fans and newcomers alike.From live broadcasts and weekly previews to interactive fan segments, FCS CheckDown keeps listeners plugged into the heart of college football's most competitive division. Whether it's breaking down the latest upsets or highlighting under-the-radar programs, the FCS CheckDown Podcast celebrates the teams, players, and traditions that make FCS football special.Nathan McCreary @mccrearyradioBrandon Joseph @BJosephRadioRon Jackson @GOS_Coach_Ron#FCS #fcsfootball #NCAAFCS #collegefootball

In this Akem's Analysis, Keenan and I discuss the Brawl of the Wild 2.0 and the repercussions of the game, and look ahead for the Grizzlies. Stay tuned for the entire episode. SPORTS BET MONTANA LINK: https://sportsbetmontana.com/en

In this week's Akem's Analysis, I give my thoughts about the FCS Semifinals. A lot happened, and there is a lot to discuss. So stay tuned in for the whole episode.SPORTS BET MONTANA LINK: https://sportsbetmontana.com/en 

Brooks Nuanez joins Colter Nuanez to talk all things "Super Brawl", what the result meant for Montana and Montana State and the factors that have helped Montana State reach a third national championship game in the last five seasons. The Bobcats play Illinois State in Nashville on January 5.

HEY! We encourage you to listen to this show as part of the "Happy Hour with John Gaskins" daily podcast, which you can find at SiouxFallsLive.com, and most podcast platforms like the one you find here! So, if you enjoy the topics Matt & John cover, you'll get those topics, plus relevant local guests, every Monday through Thursday on Happy Hour... so we highly recommend you check that out!Merry Christmas Eve Eve!Go ahead an unwrap our Happy Hour with John Gaskins early Christmas present to you — nothing much different than any other Tuesday with Sioux Falls Live's Matt Zimmer on the show.No "Top 5 Christmas Movies" or "Most Overrated Christmas Songs" lists, or "Egg Nog — Yea or Nay?"No "Year in Review" chronological stroll down memory lane of the biggest sports stories of 2025. (That's for tomorrow's Happy Hour — our Christmas Eve present!) Instead, Zim and the host give the gift that keeps on giving the whoooooooole year for the last five years of the weekly "Nobody's LIstening Anyway" podcast — brutal honesty and candor (with some humor) about the most intriguing current sports topics of the Sioux Empire and South Dakota.In this week's case, yet another discussion about what the future may look like for both NDSU and SDSU in college football, thanks to the latest internet whispers about the Bison's "playing footsie" with the Mountain West Conference. While nothing has been confirmed as fact, it's an open door to discussing which level of football is more desirable for NDSU and SDSU — the FCS or FBS.Did the humiliation of James Madison and Tulane by Power Four schools with far more resources and NIL money signal the beginning of the end to a "seat at the table" for the "rest of the FBS" beyond the Big 10, SEC, ACC, and Big 12? It certainly appears so.If that's the case, do the Bison and Jackrabbits really have a reason to move up? Well, maybe if there is ever the splitting of P4 from Non-P4, creating a new sub-level Div. I fusion of Group of Six FBS programs with some of the more established FBS-ish operations in the FCS like NDSU, SDSU, Montana, Montana State, and USD. As usual, Zim moves to the beat of his own drum on this topic. Then, a dive into the splashiest early pre-transfer portal headlines — heavy hitters who have announced they are staying at SDSU (Chase Mason, Quentin Christensen) and leaving USD (L.J. Phillips and Larenzo Fenner).It isn't just a conversation about the retention of players, but the types of players the two South Dakota programs recruit. Nuance is necessary and provided.Nuance would have been nice as rumors exploded about the possibility that Kalen DeBoer would ever leave Alabama for Michigan. Zim, a former teammate of DeBoer's in South Dakota amateur baseball who also covered DeBoer's five-year run of NAIA dominance at the University of Sioux Falls, sheds his own light on watching the speculation ignite in a ball of flames during the Crimson Tide's 17-point comeback playoff win at Oklahoma.Stocking stuffer — a glimpse into a weekend of South Dakota State's women's basketball that featured the two marquee games on the non-conference schedule within four days of each other. Duke and Texas both soundly beat the Jackrabbits. What might this mean in March for SDSU's possible NCAA Tournament seeding? Is it too early to just assume the Jacks will reach the Big Dance, which feels like an annual rite of passage?    Stocking stuffer II — Now what for Minnesota Vikings fans like Zim if J.J. McCarthy is done for the season with his new hand injury? It seemed like tracking the quarterback's progression to see if there is something to be optimistic about in 2026 has likely been replaced with the QB quandary that has stunted the team's growth for most of our lives.Merry Christmas. Bah Humbug! 

The Christmas holiday season is now underway.  Yours truly will trek down I-20 to visit family in north Louisiana for several days later this week. This will be the final SwampSwami report for 2025, so let’s make it worth your time with some bold predictions for the upcoming playoff games! First, a review of last weekend’s first round of the College Football Playoffs #9 seed Alabama 34, #8 Oklahoma 24 The Oklahoma Sooners looked unbeatable early in the second quarter of last Friday night’s opening game of this year’s playoffs. Alas, it was the second half of that same second quarter which wrecked the Sooner Schooner and its national title hopes. OU raced to 17-0 lead early in the second quarter by scoring on three consecutive possessions.  Alabama finally put some points on the board with a 75-yard touchdown drive to make it 17-7. Then Oklahoma’s All-SEC punter Grayson Miller accidentally dropped the ball just prior to punting it.  Bama quickly recovered and would kick a field goal to trail 17-10. On the next possession, Oklahoma quarterback John Mateer completed a beautiful pass – right into the hands of Alabama defensive back Zabien Brown – for a 50-yard interception and score for the Crimson Tide. This game went to halftime tied at 17 apiece.  The Oklahoma football team and its home crowd of more than 80,000 looked shocked and deflated heading to the locker room after a self-inflicted second quarter collapse. Alabama tacked on ten more points in the third quarter to take a 27-17 lead.  The Tide went on to win 34-24 and will face #1 seed Indiana in a second round game on January 1. #10 seed Miami 10, #7 seed Texas A&M 3 Nobody could have predicted this putrid offensive performance by both teams in the first two quarters.  The scoreboard registered 0-0 at halftime on a dry, warm 75-degree Saturday afternoon in College Station, Texas. Miami finally got on the scoreboard with a third quarter field goal.  They were matched by Texas A&M early in the fourth quarter to make the score 3-3. That’s when Hurricanes’ running back Mark Fletcher, Jr. took over and literally carried his team on his back Saturday with 172 rushing yards.  His punishing fourth quarter runs carried the Canes downfield to take a 10-3 lead with two minutes to go. A final drive by the Aggies to the Miami 5-yard line ended when Texas A&M quarterback Marcel Reed was intercepted on a questionable pass into the end zone. Miami returns to the state of Texas next Wednesday night to play #2 seed Ohio State in the Cotton Bowl on New Year’s Eve. #6 seed Ole Miss 41, #11 seed Tulane 10 Before you blinked, the Coach Lane Kiffin-less Rebels jumped to a 14-0 lead with only a few minutes gone in the first quarter.  You may remember that Ole Miss played Tulane earlier in the season and came away with a lopsided 45-10 victory. Tulane never had a chance (again) in stepping-up to play this high-scoring SEC foe.  The Green Wave finished the season with an 11-3 record. Ole Miss travels to New Orleans to face #3 seed Georgia next Thursday on New Year’s Day in the Sugar Bowl. #5 seed Oregon 51, #12 seed James Madison 34 The Ducks had their way with the JMU Dukes in Saturday’s final first round College Football Playoff game.  Oregon led 34-6 at halftime and coasted the rest of the way. James Madison finished its season with an outstanding 12-2 record. The Ducks of Oregon will migrate across the USA next week to play #4 seed Texas Tech in the Orange Bowl on New Year’s Day. Prediction time! Wednesday, December 31 – 6:30PM CST on ESPN – Cotton Bowl in Dallas, Texas #2 seed Ohio State (12-1) vs. #10 seed Miami (FL) (11-2) Ohio State is rusty after nearly a month off, but they have more than enough firepower to sink Miami’s battleship.  The Hurricanes’ very expensive NIL transfer quarterback Carson Beck needs to have his best game of the year to deliver a win for the Canes. I don’t think he will. Prediction – Ohio State 31, Miami 14 Thursday, January 1 – 11AM CST on ESPN – Orange Bowl in Miami, Florida #5 seed Oregon (12-1) vs. #4 seed Texas Tech (12-1) Oregon and Texas Tech can light-up the scoreboard, but the Red Raiders’ defense should become the big difference in this game.  Oregon’s second half against James Madison displayed a number of defensive lapses.  Texas Tech took good notes and should exploit the Ducks secondary in rolling to a surprisingly easy win. Prediction – Texas Tech 38, Oregon 24 Thursday, January 1 – 3PM CST on ESPN – Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California #9 seed Alabama (11-3) vs. #1 seed Indiana (13-0) The only unbeaten team in major college football takes center stage in the famous Rose Bowl against SEC power Alabama.  Indiana’s gritty 13-10 win over Ohio State in the Big Ten championship game validated their claim to the #1 spot. Alabama’s offense must duplicate its second half performance against Oklahoma’s defense in order to stay close in this game.  In the end, Indiana’s Heisman Trophy winning quarterback Fernando Mendoza has a more balanced offense than Alabama and should prevail. Prediction – Indiana 28, Alabama 17 Thursday, January 1 – 7PM CST on ESPN – Sugar Bowl in New Orleans, Louisiana #6 seed Ole Miss (12-1) vs. #3 seed Georgia (12-1) Watch to see if the Ole Miss offense can exploit enough weaknesses in the Georgia defense to stay close in the first half of this game.  If not, Georgia’s ball-control offense has a tendency to wear down opponents late in the game.  Georgia has a proven big-time coach in two-time national champion Kirby Smart.  I cannot pick four favorites, so I like Ole Miss to jump to an early lead and stun Georgia in the Superdome next week. Prediction – Ole Miss 27, Georgia 21 Now, let’s review Saturday’s FCS Semifinals and make a Championship Prediction! #2 seed Montana State 48, #3 seed Montana 23 Montana State has been really close to winning a national title in recent years.  The Bobcats have finished second to North Dakota State three times in the past five seasons. This year, the Bison of NDSU lost – at home – to fast-improving Illinois State and left the door open for a new champion.  Montana State (now 13-2) punched its ticket to the title game on January 5 in Nashville with an emphatic fourth quarter performance to eliminate intrastate rival Montana. The Bobcats scored 21 points in the final quarter on Saturday afternoon to pull away from the Grizzlies.  Montana State will be attempting to win the school’s first FCS national title since 1984. Unseeded Illinois State 30, #12 seed Villanova 14 Illinois State won its fourth consecutive road playoff game by wearing down Villanova in Philadelphia on Saturday night. The “Roadbirds” improved to 12-4 in advancing to the FCS title game in Nashville in less than two weeks.  Illinois State traveled south, north, west, and east to defeat Southeastern Louisiana, defending champion North Dakota State, UC-Davis, and Villanova in succession in this year’s FCS playoffs. Quarterback Tommy Rittenhouse, school-record holding wide receiver Daniel Sobkowicz, and the Redbirds’ relentless 220-pound running back senior Victor Dawson controlled the football for nearly 40 minutes to just 20 for Villanova in Saturday night’s latest win. The Redbirds will try to grab the school’s first FCS football championship against 13-2 Montana State in the title game. *Prediction – FCS Championship Game – Monday, January 5 – 6:30PM CST on ESPN in Nashville, Tennessee #2 seed Montana State (13-2) vs. unseeded Illinois State (12-4) The two teams which have defeated all comers and will face-off in a fascinating title game being held this year at Vanderbilt University’s football stadium in Nashville. Montana State is capable of beating teams methodically or with big plays on offense.  The Bobcats’ opportunistic defense has been stellar all season.  This confident Illinois State team fears no one.  The Redbirds just became the first FCS football team to go 4-0 on the road to reach the finals. Illinois State’s defense can be suspect at times.  Montana State must not allow the Redbirds to control the ball like they have done throughout their incredible run in the FCS playoffs. This game should be a dandy!  I like the experience of Montana State to prevail in a very competitive title game. Prediction – Montana State 35, Illinois State 28 Heaux, Heaux, Heaux – it’s time for me to geaux! Merry Christmas to all! The post Holiday College Football Review + Playoff Predictions! appeared first on SwampSwamiSports.com.

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Colter Nuanez is joined by close friend and former Montana Radio Sportscaster of the Year Ryan Tootell to break down one of the biggest games in Montana football history. The highly anticipated rematch between Montana and Montana State lived up to the hype—and then some—as the Bobcats delivered a statement win, punching their ticket to the National Championship.The duo dives deep into what went right for the Cats, what went wrong for the Grizzlies, and how this rivalry showdown reshaped the FCS landscape. Plus, hear exclusive reactions and insight from Montana State head coach Brent Vigen, Montana head coach Bobby Hauck, and Bobcat standout Taco Dowler.

The conversation continues as Colter Nuanez and former Radio Sportscaster of the Year Ryan Tootell dive further into the aftermath of Montana State's emphatic win over Montana. With the rivalry rematch in the rearview, the focus shifts to what the Bobcats' performance means as they prepare for the National Championship, and where the Grizzlies go from here.This episode features insight and reaction from Montana State head coach Brent Vigen, Montana head coach Bobby Hauck, along with player perspectives from Michael Wortham and TJ Rausch. Colter and Ryan break down key takeaways, standout moments, and the broader impact this result has on both programs and the FCS landscape.

Former Montana running back and NFL agent Andrew Schmidt joins Colter Nuanez for a post mortem of the Griz football season following UM's 48-23 loss to Montana State in Bozeman.

On this episode, Sam and Zach discuss:-Recapping the semifinal games as Montana State defeats Montana in an epic atmosphere, and Illinois State's incredible run continues with a win at Villanova.-They then give a 500-foot view of the FCS championship matchup and the atmosphere it'll be in Nashville.The podcast is presented by HERO Sports and BetMGM. Visit HERO Sports for FCS coverage and BetMGM for online betting odds.

On this episode of The Bluebloods, Zach McKinnell and Timothy Rosario from FCS Football Central recap all the semifinal games of the 2025 FCS Football Playoffs. The duo discusses Montana State's win over Montana in the "Super Brawl" and Illinois State's remarkable run through the FCS Playoffs as an unseeded Cinderella story. All this and more right here on The Bluebloods! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Joe DeLeone & Sean Anderson react to the FCS semifinals playoff games between Illinois State - Villanova & Montana State - Montana. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Montana head coach Bobby Hauck, senior captain safety TJ Rausch and senior wide receiver Michael Wortham addressed the media following Saturday's 48-23 loss to Montana State in the semifinals of the FCS Playoffs. 

No. 2 Montana State linebacker Bryce Grebe leads a press conference before MSU head coach Brent Vigen and wide receiver Taco Dowler following MSU's 48-23 win over No. 3 Montana on Saturday afternoon in Bozeman. 

The College Football Playoff starts this weekend and it's a much different vibe than last year without Boise State, Ashton Jeanty and the Fiesta Bowl - do you still follow the CFP and who's going to win a national title, Bob previews a new Mountain West basketball season in Bronco Focus - Boise State opens Saturday in Reno, Big Sky commissioner Tom Wistrcill on the importance of the Montana-Montana State FCS playoff game in Bozeman, B.J. addresses the future of safety Ty Benefield in his BNN Report - will the Boise State football star leave or bolt for the NFL, our Six Pack of top college football games this weekend, Friday Five - our week in review, with a twistSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The time has finally arrived. Twelve regular season games, and the conference championship games, have all led up to this point. After all of the questions, debate, anger and anxiety; the first round of the College Football Playoff begins Friday! The excitement gets started with ninth-seeded Alabama visiting eighth-seeded Oklahoma. A rematch from the regular season in which the Sooners came out on top. Andy Staples, Ross Dellenger and Steven Godfrey discuss the matchup and what they think both teams need to do to come out victorious. Then, they take a look at another big-time matchup that will see tenth-seeded Miami visit seventh-seeded Texas A&M. They discuss the quick turnaround A&M has made under Mike Elko and how Miami can come away victorious. Also, Godfrey discusses the Group of Five teams deserving a spot in the Playoff and Ross looks at the fourteen coaches who will be coaching in the Playoff despite having accepted a different coaching job for next season. Then, Ross talks about a story he wrote last year that is coming back to light. The current CFP agreement states that in the 2026 season, the Power 4 conference champions will be guaranteed a spot in the field. It also stated that a Top-12 ranked Notre Dame would automatically get a bid. This overlooked and forgotten caveat has become the topic of much debate. The crew discusses its impact and what may come of this agreement if the Playoff is expanded to 16 teams. They also dive into the NFL's impact on the CFP and why some of the premiere college games this weekend are not in the premiere time slots.Later, it's time for I've Got A Feeling. You get double the picks today as the guys not only pick games for this weekend, but they also pick who they think will be crowned National Champion. Alabama, Miami and Montana State are the favorites for the weekend. Meanwhile, two Big Ten teams and one SEC team are chosen to win it all!Get ready for the College Football Playoff with College Football Enquirer.0:00:00 - Alabama vs. Oklahoma CFP preview17:14 - Miami vs. Texas A&M CFP preview24:21 - CFP Coaches who are leaving their team30:40 - Automatic bids changing for future CFPs47:53 - How the NFL impacts the CFP54:17 - I've Got A Feeling59:53 - I've Got A Feeling National Champ edition Subscribe to the College Football Enquirer on your favorite podcast app:

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On this episode of The Bluebloods, Zach McKinnell and Timothy Rosario from FCS Football Central preview both semifinal games of the 2025 FCS Playoffs. The duo discusses: A historic rematch between Montana State and Montana The battle of underdogs between Villanova and Illinois State Potential X-factors for each semifinal matchup Keys to the game for every semifinal team Official predictions on who will advance to Nashville for the FCS national championship All this and more right here on The Bluebloods! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On week 16 of #DWMODpod #Big6Picks We've got a legend! #AmericanGladiators Jim Starr who you probably know as "Laser" and were talking about his time as an NFL prospect at Montana State, The Brawl of the Wild, Getting Drafted by the USFL, Playing in the NFL for the Rams, and of coarse his time on American Gladiators as well as the latest string of football injuries, Turf vs. Grass, Over training?, we play a little gladiators trivia, FBS Playoffs, and more on #QuickHits, #NoWay, #KnockItOff #WhatJustHappened #GordonButterfeld #CrimesAgainstFootball, #SportsForTheWin, #BrassMonkey #OldeEnglish800 #MontanaStateFootball #Bobcats #gemini #Turbo #ice #Nitro #ApacheDan #MusclesandMayhem #LARams #Rams #USFL #CFP #FCS #BrawlofTheWild

On the first hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez is joined by FCS expert and HERO Sports contributor Sam Herder to break down a massive weekend in the FCS playoffs.The two dive into the chaos on one side of the bracket, where unranked Illinois State and No. 12 seed Villanova shocked the college football world, running the table to reach the semifinals with a chance to play for a national championship.On the other side, history is set to be made as Montana and Montana State meet in the postseason for the first time in this storied rivalry. Dubbed the “Super Brawl,” it's one of the most anticipated games in the history of Montana sports, with a spot in the FCS National Championship on the line. (3:38)Later in the hour, Colter welcomes Montana State color commentator Keaton Gillogly to continue the conversation, diving deeper into the stakes, storylines, and matchup details surrounding the Super Brawl. (30:36)To wrap up the first hour, Colter shares his own analysis on the other semifinal matchup between Illinois State and Villanova, breaking down what to watch as both teams fight for a spot in the national championship game. (47:39)

On the second hour of Nuanez Now, Colter is joined by former Griz legend, NFL player, and current Scripps Sports color commentator for the Grizzlies, Jordan Tripp, for the weekly ESPN Roundtable.The conversation continues with an in-depth breakdown of the “Super Brawl” between Montana and Montana State, marking the first-ever postseason meeting between the two rivals in a historic series that dates back to 1897. With a trip to the FCS National Championship on the line, Colter and Tripp dive into the key matchups, storylines, and what makes this game one of the biggest moments in Montana sports history. (1:00)

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.splitzoneduo.comEvery rivalry has a story, and the one between Montana and Montana State is REALLY good. Kevin Van Valkenburg, the former Griz linebacker and ESPN writer and current Fried Egg Golf content director, joins Alex and Richard to talk about what this series means to his home state. How do Griz and Bobcat fans view each other? How does Missoula vs. Bozeman play into this? How did a 16-year Montana win streak change the rivalry for the future? And what's with the “Brawl of the Wild” nickname, which didn't always exist?Subscribers get the full episode. Thanks to everyone who's joined us this year. By subscribing, you make this show a sustainable operation, and you also get a lot more Split Zone Duo. Subscriptions cost $10 a month or $110 for the year, and we're proud to have extremely low cancel rates as people try it out and enjoy it. You can subscribe at this link.Producer: Anthony Vito

Sam and Andy sit down to celebrate Oregon State's meteoric rise above .500 on the season. They break down the Montana State game, question the validity of Andy's facts, compare Josiah Lake to Steve Francis (with barely even trying), and prepare for the most Bobby Hurley–esque Arizona State team in years.Follow The Payton Years on X @YearsPayton