Big Sky Breakdown

UC Davis head coach Tim Plough joins the Big Sky Breakdown to discuss the Aggies’ 62-22 loss to Montana and preview Saturday’s nationally televised matchup with Eastern Washington.

Plough breaks down what went wrong against the Grizzlies, what UC Davis can learn from the loss, and how the Aggies plan to respond against the Eagles.

The Samuel Akem Show and Big Sky Breakdown Podcast Network team up for a crossover episode as Samuel Akem and Colter Nuanez break down the news that Illinois has parted ways with former Montana Grizzlies head coach Bobby Hauck just four games into the season. Sammy and Colter discuss the surprising timing of the coaching change, Hauck’s connection to Montana football, what the move means for Illinois, and the broader implications for the college football coaching landscape.

The latest Vandals Weekly is packed with Idaho football coverage ahead of Friday night’s matchup with No. 1 Montana State.

Ryan and Colter sit down with Idaho head coach Thomas Ford Jr. to preview the Vandals’ showdown with the top-ranked Bobcats and discuss the challenges facing Idaho heading into the matchup.

At 15:00, Colter interviews Idaho standout quarterback Josh Week about the matchup and the Vandals’ preparation.

At 25:00, Colter and Samuel Akem debate whether the Montana State matchup could be a trap game and break down what could make Friday night’s showdown especially intriguing.

Then, former Idaho sports information director Jerek Wolcott joins the show to discuss what Idaho has to play for heading into Friday night.

The latest Talkin’ Schmidt is loaded with Montana Grizzlies football discussion on the Big Sky Breakdown Podcast Network.

The guys give plenty of praise to the Griz offensive line after Montana’s latest performance, break down the good news and bad news coming out of the weekend, and examine the defensive adjustments that helped Montana find its stride.

Plus, it wouldn’t be Talkin’ Schmidt without some strong opinions — including a discussion of the top soups and a surprise cameo guest who drops in for the conversation.

Montana bounced back from a 52-17 loss at Oregon State to roll UC Davis 62-22, partially because of defensive improvements. 

UM defensive coordinator Eric Sanders & linebacker Nai Mose chimed in on the latest trajectory. 

Montana Grizzlies head coach Bobby Kennedy joins Tootell & Nuanez on ESPN Montana to break down the Grizzlies’ dominant win over UC Davis and look ahead to the upcoming matchup with Northern Colorado.

Kennedy discusses Montana’s performance in Davis, what the Grizzlies can build on moving forward, the challenges Northern Colorado presents, and the latest surrounding Montana football.

Montana State head coach Brent Vigen joins Tootell & Nuanez for his weekly one-on-one interview on ESPN Montana.

Vigen discusses the Bobcats’ latest performance, the challenges of Big Sky Conference play, what Montana State needs to improve moving forward, and the latest around the Bobcats as they continue their championship pursuit.

FCS national analyst Sam Herder joined Colter Nuanez for an in-depth conversation about some of the storylines coming out of the Missouri Valley, including South Dakota State winning without QB Chase Mason and Youngstown State "upsetting" South Dakota. 

Sam & Colter also talk about Montana's statement-making 62-22 win over No. 10 UC Davis and Montana State earning a 28-14 win over Northern Arizona despite a glut of injuries to key All-American players.

What was the bigger & more important win between Montana's 62-22 drubbing of UC Davis and Montana State's 28-14 win over Northern Arizona despite four All-Americans being on the shelf? 

Brooks & Colter Nuanez discuss that and much more on the latest Big Sky Breakdown podcast

Montana State true freshman wide receiver Carter Dahlke continued his breakout rookie season with seven catches for 117 yards and a 47-yard touchdown in MSU's 28-14 win over No. 18 Northern Arizona with All-American wideout/punt returner Taco Dowler on the shelf with a head injury. Dahlke joined Colter Nuanez to talk about his standout rookie year.