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This week, Colter Nuanez kicks things off with Eastern Washington head coach Aaron Best to preview the Eagles' upcoming showdown against a red-hot, 9-0 Montana Grizzlies team this weekend at Washington–Grizzly Stadium. (8:17)Then, Geoff Safford checks in with Griz Hockey senior forward Ben Creamers to preview Montana's upcoming series against Providence, breaking down key matchups on the ice. (28:26)Finally, Colter closes out the show with Weber State head coach Joe Dale for the second straight week to talk about the Wildcats' matchup with Montana State and the dominant defense that's been driving their success. (41:52)

Ken Vance highlights former Camas High School star Addison Harris' stellar start to her sophomore season at Montana State, including a 27-point opener against Carroll College. He notes Harris' growing leadership role and her upcoming appearance in Portland. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-sophomore-season-may-be-even-better-for-former-camas-standout-addison-harris/ #Opinion #AddisonHarris #Camas #MontanaState #CollegeBasketball #WomensSports #BigSkyConference #ClarkCounty #LocalAthletes #SportsColumn

This week, Colter Nuanez dives deep into the world of FCS football! We start with a full-field look at the national landscape before zeroing in on the weekend's biggest games that rocked the polls. Both Montana and Montana State made major statements — now sitting at No. 2 and No. 3 in the country. (5:49)Colter breaks down how each program got there, what's fueling their success, and what to watch as the playoff picture starts to take shape.Then, in our Montana State Minute, Colter is joined by former Bobcat coach and current Scripps Sports color commentator Ty Gregorak to talk about Montana State's dominant defense — especially that lights-out secondary — and the team's strong season so far. (31:35)Finally, Colter brings in Geoff Safford, the voice of the Missoula PaddleHeads, to break down the World Series finale — from the Dodgers' incredible championship run to the Blue Jays' heartbreaking finish. (42:17)

This week on the ESPN Roundtable, Colter Nuanez dives into the latest in Montana prep football before sitting down with one of the state's top prospects, Jackson Presley, the standout Glacier High quarterback bound for Sacramento State. Jackson reflects on the lessons learned from back-to-back state title losses and shares what's fueling his motivation this season.(14:52)Then, Colter shifts gears to preview Montana's upcoming matchup with Eastern Washington and Montana State's showdown with Weber State, breaking down the key storylines, matchups, and what the Griz need to do to keep their momentum rolling. Finally, Colter catches up with Spokane native and Montana sophomore safety Diezel Wilkinson post-practice for an inside look at the Grizzlies' preparation heading into the weekend.(32:10)

"In this week's Akem's Analysis, I talk about a ton of exciting games happening in FCS football. Both Montana schools are heavy favorites on the road against EWU and Weber State. UC Davis will be tested for the second straight week against Idaho, who's is coming off a big, ranked victory on the road. UND attempts to bounce back after a loss to South Dakota. They take on a dominant NDSU squad that has an unblemished record. Mercer and Western Carolina face off in a big-time SoCon matchup that could see Mercer clinch the conference's autobid. All of this and a ton more in this week's Akem's Analysis."SPORTS BET MONTANA LINK: https://sportsbetmontana.com/en0:00 - Intro 2:39 - Montana vs EWU Preview 13:42 - Montana State vs Weber State Preview 22:09 - UC Davis vs Idaho Preview 31:14 - NDSU vs North Dakota Preview 39:37 - SDSU vs South Dakota Preview 46:55 - Mercer vs Western Carolina Preview 51:38 - No Huddle Notes 51:53 - FCS Playoff Committee Top-10 Reveal 55:22 - Southern Illinois vs Youngstown State (MVFC Matchup) 56:46 - SELA vs Lamar (Big Time SLC Matchup) 58:49 - Drake vs St. Thomas (Pioneer Matchup) 1:00:17 - NAU vs Northern Colorado (Big Sky Matchup)

In the second hour, Colter Nuanez is joined by Justin Angle for a business-focused conversation on the financial side of sports. The two dive into the economic impact of the upcoming Montana vs. Montana State rivalry game and discuss what it means for the local economy.They also explore how the Grizzlies' stretch of home games to start the season affects everything from revenue and fan engagement to program visibility.(0:35)Next up, Geoff Safford is joined in studio by Hayden Smith for a fun and wide-ranging hockey conversation. The two break down the latest in Griz Hockey and the NHL, before diving into the ongoing saga of Toronto sports teams — and why their fans just can't seem to catch a break. (24:45)

Colter Nuanez joins Dave Wooten for his weekly "Blue & Gold Thursday" on KSKY Country 106.9 FM and for the Bobcat pregame Tailgate Show. 

Andrew Schmidt joins Colter Nuanez to talk about Griz quarterback Keali'i Ah Yat leading the FCS in passing yards....how did this happen? For those that say it's because of weak competition for Montana, well, everyone is weak competition compared to the Griz, Montana State and North Dakota State. Plus, a review of Andrew's favorite sandwiches and much more!

Weber State defensive coordinator Joe Dale, who has been at Weber State since 2018, breaks down WSU's 38-17 home loss to Montana and helps preview Weber's trip to take on Montana State on Saturday in Bozeman. 

Ty Gregorak, a 15-year coaching veteran in the Big Sky Conference and now the color commentator for Scripps Sports, joins Colter Nuanez to talk about the rare air Montana State, Montana and North Dakota State occupy compared to the rest of the FCS. Plus, Gregorak gives his thoughts on the strengths of the Montana State defense as the Cats enter the stretch run of 2025. 

Colter Nuanez and Brooks Nuanez breaks down a wild weekend across the Big Sky Conference, where road teams ruled the day — including Portland State's upset of Cal Poly, Montana's first win at Weber State in more than a decade, and Montana State's commanding victory over Northern Colorado.Hear exclusive interviews from both sides of the Montana divide:Bobby Hauck, Montana head coachClay Oven, Montana linebackerBrent Vigen, Montana State head coachJustin Lamson, Montana State quarterbackTalon Marsh, MSU defensive linemanAll the reactions, analysis, and storylines you need from another unpredictable Big Sky weekend.

Colter Nuanez keeps the football talk rolling in Hour Two with more reaction from both sides of the divide. Hear from Montana head coach Bobby Hauck, Montana State head coach Brent Vigen, and Griz receiver Blake Bohannon, who broke out in Montana's win over Weber State.Then, Andrew Houghton joins the show to shift gears to the pitch with Montana soccer head coach Chris Citowicki, fresh off guiding the Griz to their third straight Big Sky Conference title and preparing to host this year's conference tournament.

Hour 2 of Jake & Ben on November 4, 2025 Jake, Ben & Christian rank every team in the Big 12 in today's edition of the Big 12 Power Poll.  Weber State Head Coach Mickey Mental made his weekly appearance with Jake and Ben. The Wildcats dropped a tough one to Montana, and now head on the road to Montana State.  Shoutout to Preston for using the Call-In feature. He compares Kyle Whittingham to a golfer who just hit a beautiful shot and wants to come back for more. 

Jake & Ben Full Show on November 4, 2025 Hour 1 Keyonte George had another great game last night in the Jazz win over the Boston Celtics.  Top 3 Stories of the Day: AJ Dybantsa shines in BYU win over Villanova, LJ Martin expected to play against Texas Tech, JJ Peterka homecoming tonight in Mammoth at Buffalo Sabres.  Paul Pierce gives some questionable advice... Also, it's NFL Trade Deadline day and former Weber State star Rashid Shaheed is on his way to Seattle.  Hour 2 Jake, Ben & Christian rank every team in the Big 12 in today's edition of the Big 12 Power Poll.  Weber State Head Coach Mickey Mental made his weekly appearance with Jake and Ben. The Wildcats dropped a tough one to Montana, and now head on the road to Montana State.  Shoutout to Preston for using the Call-In feature. He compares Kyle Whittingham to a golfer who just hit a beautiful shot and wants to come back for more. 

Montana State has won seven in a row after last weekend's 55-7 beat down of Northern Colorado. The Bobcats host Weber State on Saturday in Bozeman.

In this week's Akem's Analysis, I talk about all the chaos that took place in the FSC during Week 10. 7 FCS Top-25 teams were upset during week 10, and it completely flipped the FCS landscape on its head. I will be discussing all the major games that took place and what the outcomes of those upsets will be.  SPORTS BET MONTANA LINK: https://sportsbetmontana.com/en0:00 - Intro2:08 - Montana State vs Northern Colorado Recap10:31 - NDSU vs Youngstown State Recap16:21 - Idaho vs Northern Arizona Recap22:39 - Tarleton State vs Abilene Christian Recap27:51 - No Huddle Notes28:06 - North Dakota Upset By South Dakota 31:13 - South Dakota State Falls To Indiana State34:12 - Incarnate Word Upsets Lamar39:26 - UC Davis Upset By Idaho State46:07 - Southern Utah Upsets Austin Peay49:10 - Harvard Remains Undefeated 50:51 - Tennessee Tech Defeats Gardner Webb 52:05 - Drake Defeats Butler To Stay Unbeaten In Pioneer Play55:30 - Final Thoughts 57:18 - End

Colter Nuanez is joined by Rajiem Seabrook to talk Montana prep football as the playoffs kick off. The guys share their predictions for how the postseason will unfold and give their takes on the new playoff bracket format and what it means for teams across the state. (3:55)Then, Colter and Rajiem break down the “Panda Bowl” before previewing both Montana and Montana State's upcoming road games. They discuss how each team is trending and make their predictions for how those matchups will play out this weekend. (25:58)Finally, the guys wrap up the hour with a look around the NFL, including analysis of several key matchups — highlighted by a big showdown between the surging Kansas City Chiefs and the Buffalo Bills. (44:17)

Brooks Nuanez joins Colter Nuanez to break down Montana State's 55-7 win at Northern Colorado and Montana's 38-17 win at Weber State as each team extended their winning streaks to begin November. 

Montana State rolled to a 55-7 win over Northern Colorado in Greeley, Colorado on Saturday November 1. Brent Vigen (0:00), quarterback Justin Lamson (5:20), defensive tackle Talon Marsh (11:25) and defensive back Seth Johnson (13:33) addressed the media following MSU's 7th straight win. 

Colter kicks things off with Northern Colorado head coach Ed Lamb to preview their upcoming home game against Montana State and talk about the broader FCS landscape as teams hit the second half of the season.(1:32)Next, Colter turns his attention to Montana prep football as the playoffs approach, featuring an interview with Bozeman head coach Levi Wesche to discuss his team's mindset and momentum heading into postseason play.(31:04)

Watching biathlon on NBC during the 2018 Winter Olympics inspired New England native Jim Becker to participate in the sport. Today, Dr. Jim Becker is leading an innovative biomechanics research project with the U.S. Biathlon Team, which could make a big difference at the 2026 Winter Games in Italy. Heartbeat met with Becker to discuss his innovative Montana State University program and how it's helping American biathletes.Becker vividly remembers tuning into the Olympics on NBC in 2018. “It was just so cool to watch how things could change in an instant, right? One athlete is leading the race. They come in to shoot. They miss a target. All of a sudden, they're on the penalty loop. Somebody else goes out in the lead. Right? All the way up to the last shoot. “You didn't really know what was going to happen. It was just exciting the entire time. Also, as an athlete, you kind of really appreciated the fitness of these individuals and how hard they're working and how fast they're moving. And I've come to appreciate that even more, you know, really getting to know the sport.”Today, Becker works in kinesiology – the study of human movement. “From a biomechanical perspective, we're looking at what are the forces that generate that movement? What are the forces that are applied to your body during that movement?”The long and short of it is that Becker and his team study human movement to give athletes optimal tactics to capitalize on every single movement.Over the past few seasons, his Montana State University biomechanics research team has collected extensive data from video and other tools, analyzed it, and provided feedback to athletes and coaches.How can it work in practice? Becker discusses how video of athletes on a given course can provide data to offer tactical advice on how to ski that section faster or more efficiently, thereby conserving energy. And, yes, it really works!From Soldier Hollow to Lake Placid, Vuokatti to Antholz, Becker's student researchers are making a difference for U.S. biathletes. If you like to geek out a bit on the science of sport, this is your podcast.Join us for season six, episode three with Dr. Jim Becker to learn more about how the U.S. Biathlon Team is shaving seconds and shooting straighter thanks to innovative data analysis.

Colter Nuanez and Brooks Nuanez talk about Montana State's dominant yet not star-driven defense and how much that reflects Brent Vigen's North Dakota State roots, Paul Brott's prowess (11:23), national narratives & polls (14:00), nobody remembering Weber State won in Missoula last year (31:32), Utah coaching trees (38:00), Ed Lamb's presence at Northern Colorado (40:11) and the challenges for the Cats & Griz on the road this weekend. 

Ryan Tootell joins Colter Nuanez to discuss a variety of Big Sky Conference football subjects, including the perceived collision course Montana and Montana State seem to be on. 

In this week's Akem's Analysis, Samuel Akem discusses Montana taking on Weber State in their 2nd-straight road game. They come off an emotional week against Sac State. Montana State takes on the explosive Northern Colorado offense. Their defense has been stingy this season, and they'll look to continue that. NDSU faces off against Beau Brungard and the Penguins. Will he threaten them at all? All of this and more in this week's Akem's Analysis. Stay tuned for No Huddle Notes for some HOT Topics!" SPORTS BET MONTANA LINK: https://sportsbetmontana.com/en0:00 - Intro 2:27 - Montana vs Weber State Preview 11:29 - Montana State vs Northern Colorado Preview 20:37 - NDSU vs Youngstown State Preview 28:28 - Idaho vs Northern Arizona Preview 35:52 - Tarleton State vs Abilene Christian Preview 46:07 - No Huddle Notes 1:00:10 - Final Thoughts 1:01:06 - End

Colter Nuanez goes basketball-heavy on this week's ESPN Roundtable as the college hoops season tips off. He's joined by players Money Williams (4:32) and Te'jon Sawyer (9:17) , along with head coach Travis DeCuire (15:13), to break down the energy, expectations, and storylines heading into the start of the men's and women's basketball seasons next week.Next, Colter previews Montana State's away matchup against Northern Colorado in Greeley, Colorado. (26:54)Lastly, Colter has a post-practice interview with Grizzlies defensive lineman Jake Mason to discuss their win over Sac State and what's ahead this weekend. (31:45)

Colter kicks things off with FCS insider Sam Herder to break down a wild weekend across the subdivision. The guys recap Montana's statement win over Sac State, Montana State's dominant showing against Cal Poly, and North Dakota's big road victory over South Dakota. They also dig into FCS playoff implications, key storylines, and how conference races are heating up as November approaches. (5:28)Next, Montana State defensive tackle Talon Marsh stops by to preview the Bobcats' upcoming matchup against Northern Colorado and share insight on the team's mindset heading into the final stretch.(30:32)Finally, Geoff Safford joins Colter in studio to break down a tightly contested World Series, now tied 2–2, and discuss what's shaping up to be an exciting finish on the diamond.(41:19)

Northern Colorado head coach Ed Lamb has his team off to a 3-5 start, an improvement considering UNC went 1-22 the previous two seasons. The Bears will look for their second Big Sky Conference win of the season on Saturday against No. 4 Montana State. 

Former Bobcat coach & player Michael Rider breaks down Billings West's playoff hopes and the recruiting phenomenon of Matt Ludwig, analyzes Brent Vigen's high coaching standards, the consecutive road tests MSU is navigating currently and how it might set up the Bobcats for it's season finale in Missoula. 

Which of Montana's offensive trio should the Griz promote most for the Walter Payton Award ? Where does the trio of QB Keali'i Ah Yat, Eli Gillman and Michael Wortham rank in Griz history already?  What do you think of Montana State head coach Brent Vigen's deliberate, standard-driven and demanding coaching style? How much has that elevated the Bobcats over the last five seasons?   Which quarterback would you rather have RIGHT NOW - Ah Yat or MSU quarterback Justin Lamson?

This week on the Montana Football Hour, Colter Nuanez breaks down a big weekend across the Treasure State and beyond.The Montana Grizzlies made a statement with a dominant win over Sacramento State, while the Montana State Bobcats handled business against Cal Poly.Colter also takes a look around the FCS landscape — including North Dakota State's emphatic rivalry win over South Dakota State.Plus, you'll hear multiple clips from Bobcats head coach Brent Vigen, as he shares his thoughts on the Cats' performance, execution, and what's next for Montana State.

Montana State sophomore Talon Marsh joins Colter Nuanez on Nuanez Now on ESPN MT to talk about his progression and the Bobcat defensive line as MSU enters November on a six-game winning streak. 

Montana State head coach Brent Vigen on his team's trip to Northern Colorado on Saturday. 

Montana State head coach Brent Vigen addressed the media following his team's sixth straight win, a 34-17 win at Cal Poly that moved MSU to 6-2 overall entering November. 

Montana State senior running back Julius Davis rushed for a career-high 175 yards and scored a touchdown to help pace a Bobcat run game that rolled up 290 yards on the ground in a 34-17 win over Cal Poly. 

DISCLAIMER - THIS SOUND IS MUFFLED AND THERE'S A TON OF BACKGROUND NOISE.Montana State sophomore linebacker Cole Taylor addresses the media after having an interception in MSU's 34-17 win at Cal Poly. 

In Hour 2, it's all football on Nuanez Now. Colter and Brooks Nuanez kick things off with a deep dive into the NFL — breaking down this week's slate of games, analyzing the spreads, and building their weekly parlay to wrap up the segment. (0:49)Then, Colter shifts gears to the college game as he's joined by Cal Poly head coach Paul Wulff to preview the Mustangs' upcoming matchup with Montana State. They talk about Cal Poly's growth this season, what to expect from the Bobcats, and keys to the game in Bozeman.(35:16)

Ryan Tootell joins Colter Nuanez to discuss Montana and Montana State entering the second half of the season, including: - Keali'i Ah Yat is the best Griz quarterback since....?- Why Brent Vigen has such a steady hand and NEVER drops games in which his team is the decided favorite- Montana's offensive production despite a shaky offensive line- Montana State's run game coming alive and now pairing with a surging pass game and how dangerous it makes the MSU offense- An evaluation of the strengths and weaknesses of the Griz defense- Which running back duo would you rather have - Bobcats or Grizzlies? - And is Dr. Luke Wood the most sophomoric smack talker in the history of the Big Sky....

Cal Poly head coach Paul Wulff joined Colter Nuanez to help preview the Mustangs' home game against Montana State on Saturday in SLO. 

In this hour of Nuanez Now , Colter Nuanez is joined by Ben Wineman for the weekly ESPN Roundtable. They start with some Griz football talk — touching on the passion of Montana's fan base and the unique culture surrounding the program. (2:15)Then, the conversation shifts to baseball as they unpack the Seattle Mariners' heartbreaking end to the season, what the team needs to do to take the next step, and why simply being satisfied isn't enough. They also highlight catcher Cal Raleigh's leadership and consistency on and off the field.The discussion circles back to Griz football as Colter and Ben reflect on Montana's stretch of four straight home games in September — fun but exhausting — and what's ahead for the team.Finally, Colter closes the hour with an interview with Montana State offensive tackle Titan Fleishmann to preview the Bobcats' upcoming matchup with Cal Poly. (30:38)

In this week's Akem's Analysis, I preview the big-time, much-anticipated matchup taking place in Sacramento between Montana & Sac State. There has been a ton of talk on social media, and now all that's left is the competition on the field. NDSU & SDSU face off in a big-time matchup in Brookings with MVFC and playoff implications on the line. Montana State returns to the field after a bye week, and they go on the road to play Cal Poly. UC Davis is also back from their second bye week to play against Northern Colorado. Could we potentially see an upset? All of this and a bunch more in this week's Akem's Analysis.SPORTS BET MONTANA LINK: https://sportsbetmontana.com/en0:00 - Intro2:39 Montana vs Sac State Preview14:13 - Montana State vs Cal Poly Preview22:32 - North Dakota State vs South Dakota State Preview31:10 - UC Davis vs Northern Colorado Preview37:58 - South Dakota vs Illinois State Preview44:41 - No Huddle Notes56:10 - Final Thoughts56:54 - End

Montana State junior captain offensive lineman Titan Fleishmann joins Colter Nuanez for a mid-season update and a preview of MSU's road game at Cal Poly on Saturday evening. 

Colter Nuanez dives deeper into Montana's upcoming showdown with Sacramento State, including a breakdown of the viral comments from the Sac State president, who had some pointed words for the Griz.You'll also hear Colter's conversation with Montana head coach Bobby Hauck, who responds to the remarks and shares where his team stands heading into Friday night's Big Sky clash. (10:09)Plus, Montana State head coach Brent Vigen checks in ahead of the Bobcats' matchup with Cal Poly. (23:38)Later, Griz senior safety Micah Harper joins the show post-practice to give his take on Sac State, the team's mindset, and what it will take to get a win on the road. (31:34)Plenty of buildup, insight, and interviews ahead of a huge weekend in Big Sky football.

No. 4 Montana and No. 5 Montana State at the midpoint of the season on winning streaks. The Griz have won 7 straight while MSU has won 5 in a row. Montana plays at Sac State on Friday night while Montana State plays at Cal Poly on Saturday. Brooks Nuanez & Colter Nuanez talk about national championship standards, OL play, Walter Payton Award candidates and matchups this week.

Former Montana State player and coach Michael Rider joins Colter Nuanez to talk about handling the hype and blocking out the noise if you are Montana State + the duo talks about MSU's road game at Cal Poly on Saturday. 

It's a fast-paced hour of college football talk on Nuanez Now as Colter Nuanez recaps the weekend and checks in with coaches from around the Big Sky.We're diving into Montana's win over Sacred Heart with thoughts from head coach Bobby Hauck and former Griz QB Keali'i Ah Yat. Sacred Heart head coach Mark Nofri also shares his perspective on what it was like facing the Griz in Missoula.You'll also hear from Montana State head coach Brent Vigen, as he breaks down the Bobcats' bye week and how they're keeping the momentum going into the second half of the season.Plenty of football, plenty of insight — don't miss it.

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Montana State took its bye week last week. The Bobcats are on a five-game winning streak entering Saturday's matchup with Cal Poly (3-4) in San Luis Obispo, California. 

In the first hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez is joined by national FCS expert Sam Herder to break down the FCS Committee's newly released Top 10 rankings. They dig into the biggest risers, surprise teams, and where both Montana and Montana State stand in the national conversation. (3:16) Then, Colter chats with Montana State head coach Brent Vigen about the Bobcats' season so far and what lies ahead as they head into their bye week at the halfway point.(35:36)To close the hour, Colter previews the MLB postseason picture and offers his thoughts on where things stand as we head into the heart of October. (46:06)