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In the second hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez dives into the recent rarity of Cinderella runs in the NCAA Tournament. With only one double-digit seed from a non-power conference advancing, he explains why these underdog stories are becoming increasingly uncommon and what it reveals about the widening gap between power leagues and the rest of college basketball.

Colter then turns to spring football, discussing how Montana and Montana State are ramping up preparations for the upcoming season as the gridiron heats up.

In the first hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez goes all-in on college hoops, breaking down the latest NCAA Tournament results and what they mean as the field continues to narrow.

Later, Colter is joined by Ian Laird to discuss Montana State women’s impressive win over San Francisco and their continued run in the WNIT.

Finally, Colter reports on Lincoln Rodgers being named Montana Gatorade Player of the Year after leading Sentinel High School to their first Class AA state championship in 40 years.

In the second hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez provides a live update on all the latest action from the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Tournament before sitting down with Taco Dowler, wide receiver for the Montana State Bobcats football and a Billings, Montana native, to discuss the Bobcats’ national championship run and the football camps he’s hosting across Montana.

Colter also shares clips from an interview with Brent Vigen, head coach of Montana State Bobcats football, discussing spring ball, including changes in the secondary following several departures and other key storylines as the Bobcats prepare for the upcoming season. 

In the first hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez continues his coverage of the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Tournament live from the Rockin R Bar. Broadcasting on location, Colter brings you the latest reactions, updates, and analysis as March Madness action unfolds, capturing the energy and excitement surrounding the tournament. He also sits down with Tricia Binford, head coach of the Montana State Bobcats women's basketball, to talk about the team’s results in the Big Sky Conference and earning a bid to compete in the Women's National Invitation Tournament.

Next, Colter provides interviews with Justine LaMontagne and head coach Kris Shampeny of the Montana State Bobcats ski program, as they discuss capturing both the slalom and giant slalom titles at the 2026 NCAA Skiing Championships and what the achievement means for her personally as well as the program.

In the second hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez is joined by longtime friend and former co-host Ryan Tootell for a lively discussion covering the NCAA tournament and more. The two break down standout performances, key matchups, and what to watch as basketball season continues to heat up.

Next, Colter sits down with Addison Harris, forward for the Montana State Bobcats women's basketball, to talk about competing in the WNIT and reflect on the team’s run through the Big Sky Conference Tournament. 

In the first hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez is joined by Brooks Nuanez for a hoops-heavy breakdown of the opening results from the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Tournament. The duo recaps the early action, including the High Point Panthers men's basketball pulling off an upset over the Wisconsin Badgers men's basketball, along with the Duke Blue Devils men's basketball narrowly escaping with a win over the Siena Saints men's basketball. Colter and Brooks also discuss the chances of both the Idaho Vandals men's basketball and Idaho Vandals women's basketball in their upcoming matchups.

Later, Colter Nuanez is joined by Mike Nugent to talk high school and college hoops, including their thoughts on standout player Lincoln Rodgers, as well as a broader look at Montana’s basketball scene.

In the second hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez breaks down some of the players he’s most excited to watch in the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Tournament as March Madness gets underway, highlighting key names who could make a big impact.

Later in the hour, Colter is joined by Colby Dant, host of The College Experience podcast, for a deeper dive into the tournament as a whole. The two discuss the top seeds they like, potential sleeper teams with a chance to make a run, and other storylines to watch as the bracket unfolds. 

To kick off Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez is joined by Sammy Akem to go Inside the FCS, breaking down the latest headlines from around the subdivision. The two discuss the idea of FCS fatigue, including declining attendance for the North Dakota State Bison football despite their continued dominance over the years. They also talk about the impact of NDSU’s departure and what it means for the rest of the FCS landscape, as well as how changes in recruiting methods are reshaping the way programs build their rosters.

Next, Colter is joined by Jerek Wolcott, Assistant Athletic Director for Brand Engagement at the University of Idaho, to discuss both the men’s and women’s Idaho Vandals basketball teams running the table to win the Big Sky Conference and advancing to their respective NCAA tournaments. 

In the second hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez reacts to the Montana State Bobcats women's basketball being left out of the Women's Basketball Invitation Tournament despite a strong season. He breaks down why the Bobcats looked like a solid candidate for the field and shares his thoughts on the decision.

Next, Colter dives into the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Tournament, giving his take on March Madness, including the teams he likes heading into the tournament and a few he’s not sold on as the bracket gets underway.

Lastly, Colter continues his coverage of spring football for both the Montana Grizzlies football and Montana State Bobcats football as both programs begin preparing and retooling for next season.

To kick off Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez runs through his latest edition of Treasure State Stars, highlighting standout athletic performances from around Montana. Leading the list is Justine LaMontagne of the Montana State Bobcats ski team, who became the most decorated skier in program history after winning the slalom at the 2026 NCAA Skiing Championships in Park City. Colter highlights LaMontagne’s historic accomplishment along with several other notable performances from athletes across the Treasure State.

Next, Colter continues his coverage of the various state basketball tournaments with an interview featuring Jim Stergar, the boys basketball head coach at Billings Central Catholic High School. Sergar joins the show to talk about the Rams’ run to the Class A state championship, breaking down the title game, the key moments that defined their postseason, and what the championship means for the program.

Lastly, Colter reports on recent NFL signings, including former Montana State Bobcats football standout Alex Singleton re-signing with the Denver Broncos.