In this week's Akem's Analysis, I look at the best teams heading into the 2026 season. I also grade Montana's 2026 transfer portal class so far. The transfer portal is now closed, and where have players ended up? All of that and more in this week's episode.

0:00 - Intro
3:21 - Way Too Early Contenders For 2026
9:27 - Grading Montana's 2026 Transfer Portal Class
19:24 - Where Are Big Sky Players Going In The Transfer Portal?
27:26 - What Are The Transfer Portal Numbers After Closing?
35:05 - Top FCS Players Returning For 2026
42:51 - CFB Heading Towards 5 Years of Eligibility
46:52 - Sac State's '26 Schedule Coming Together
51:02 - Hot Coaching Candidates Heading Into 2026
55:04 - Final Thoughts
56:43 - End

Montana State head coach Matt Logie, junior guard Jeremiah Davis and senior guard Davian Brown addressed the media following MSU's first win over Montana in Bozeman in Logie's three seasons at the helm. 

Montana head coach Travis DeCuire addressed the media following his team's 76-67 loss to Montana State in Bozeman on Saturday afternoon. 

Montana first-year head coach Nate Harris addressed the media following his team's 82-44 loss to Montana State in Bozeman on Saturday afternoon.

Montana State sophomore Taylee Chirrick, freshman Jamison Phillip and head coach Tricia Binford address the media following MSU's 82-44 win over the Lady Griz of Montana.

Montana State senior Jed Miller talks about his breakout final season and his last home rivalry against the Montana Grizzlies.

Montana State women's basketball play by play radio man Daniel Salle joins Colter Nuanez on Nuanez Now to preview Saturday's rivalry game for MSU against Montana. 

Montana head coach Travis DeCuire addressed the media ahead of the rivalry game. He is 16-5 against the Bobcats in his career at his alma mater.

Montana is the defending Big Sky Conference champions in men's basketball. The Griz are off to a 3-1 start in league. UM had a lull in the non-conference before starting league play with three straight wins. Saturday, the Griz play in Bozeman against Montana State. Montana guard Brooklyn Hicks and forward Connor Dick addressed media ahead of the rivalry game. UM head coach Travis DeCuire is 16-5 against the rival in his 12 seasons.

Former Montana State player & coach Michael Rider joins Colter Nuanez to discuss the generations of effort that went into MSU winning its first national championship in 41 years.