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On the second hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez continues the breakdown of a rivalry-filled weekend between Montana State and Montana, diving deeper into the Bobcats’ sweep over the Grizzlies on the hardwood. Colter expands on the biggest storylines to come out of the matchups, what the results mean in the conference race, and how both programs are positioned moving forward.

Hear extended postgame reactions from Montana State men’s head coach Matt Logie, along with Montana head coaches Travis DeCuire and Nate Harris, as they evaluate their teams’ performances and look ahead to the next stretch of the season. You’ll also hear from Grizzlies players Te’Jon Sawyer and Money Williams as they reflect on the rivalry matchup.

To close out the hour, Missoula native and Montana State running back Adam Jones joins the show to recap his experience in Nashville, where the Bobcats defeated Illinois State to capture their first national championship since 1984. Jones shares what the title run meant to him and what it was like bringing a championship back to Bozeman.

On the first hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez recaps all the action from an electric weekend on the hardwood as the Montana State Bobcats earned an impressive sweep over the Montana Grizzlies in both the men’s and women’s rivalry matchups.

Colter breaks down how Montana State controlled the weekend, the key performances that made the difference, and what the results mean moving forward for both programs. You’ll also hear postgame reaction from Montana State head coaches Matt Logie and Tricia Binford, along with Montana head coaches Travis DeCuire and Nate Harris, as they share their thoughts on the rivalry battles and what’s next for their teams.

Plus, hear from Bobcat players Addison Harris, Ella Johnson, Jed Miller, and Patrick McHahon as they reflect on the rivalry wins.

Full analysis, standout moments, and exclusive coach and player interviews from another intense chapter of the Cats–Griz rivalry.

In the second hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez is joined by Chick Who Doesn’t Know Sports for a wide-ranging and entertaining conversation that goes well beyond the box score. The two dive into the latest buzz surrounding Stefon Diggs and his headline-making drama at the Super Bowl, including the viral moments involving Cardi B. They also break down the halftime spectacle featuring Bad Bunny, weigh in on Tom Brady’s much-talked-about new look, and even venture into discussion about the Olympic Games. From pop culture crossover moments to the biggest storylines in sports, it’s a fun and free-flowing segment you won’t want to miss.

To wrap up the hour, Colter sits down with Montana men’s head coach Travis DeCuire and guard Te’jon Sawyer to continue the buildup to the highly anticipated rematch against the Bobcats in Missoula, breaking down adjustments, intensity, and what it will take to protect home court in the rivalry showdown.

Colter Nuanez opens the first hour of Nuanez Now by sitting down with former Montana Grizzlies wide receiver Sammy Akem to break down the recent coaching changes at the University of Montana following Bobby Hauck’s departure. The two discuss how Hauck’s exit has reshaped the Griz coaching staff, reflect on the legacy he leaves behind in Missoula, and examine what his transition to the defensive coordinator role at the University of Illinois means for both programs.

Colter then delivers a statewide update on Montana prep basketball, highlighting standout performances from across the state — including a 44-point eruption from Sentinel product Lincoln Rodgers in his latest game. He also continues building toward this weekend’s Montana vs. Montana State rivalry matchups with an interview featuring Montana State women’s head coach Tricia Binford.

In the second hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez is joined by Brooks Nuanez to wrap up the NFL season, highlighting Patrick O’Connell and other former Grizzlies who have won Super Bowls, along with additional Big Sky Conference representatives on the league’s biggest stage, including Cooper Kupp. The two break down a Super Bowl that wasn’t particularly close, as the Seahawks dominated the Patriots to claim their first title of the Russell Wilson era and avenge a previous heartbreaking loss to New England. They also discuss which teams may have the biggest regrets from the season, as several top quarterbacks failed to make deep postseason runs, and look ahead to early Super Bowl favorites for next season.

Then, in this week’s Class C Spotlight, Geoff Safford sits down with St. Regis boys basketball head coach Jesse Allen to discuss the Tigers’ impressive season, highlighted by a 16–0 start and a No. 2 ranking in Class C.

Colter kicks off Nuanez Now with an in-depth interview with filmmaker Scott Diener, discussing his film Big Sky Falling, which examines the 2007 drug scandal at Montana State involving multiple athletes, drug dealing, and a homicide. Diener explains what drew him to the story, how he built trust and relationships with those directly involved, and the factors and circumstances that led to the scandal unfolding.

Later in the show, Colter sits down with Lady Griz head coach Nate Harris to preview Saturday’s rivalry matchup against the Montana State Bobcats in Missoula. Harris breaks down the keys to the game and what his team will need to do to bounce back after a tough loss in the previous meeting.

On the second hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez sits down with University of Montana Athletic Director Kent Haslam to unpack a whirlwind week in Missoula. Haslam breaks down Bobby Hauck’s brief retirement and rapid move to defensive coordinator at the University of Illinois, the decision to elevate Bobby Kennedy as the next head coach of Montana Grizzlies football, how Kennedy will be evaluated moving forward, and what truly changes during a leadership transition—from locker-room culture to on-field philosophy and beyond.

The conversation also covers the hire of Montana women’s soccer head coach Stuart Gore and what the addition means for the future of the program, along with Haslam’s perspective on North Dakota State’s move up to the Mountain West Conference and his take on the upcoming Griz Cat matchups on the hardwood here in Missoula

Colter kicks off the show by sitting down with FCS expert and HERO Sports contributor Sam Herder to break down the latest news from around the FCS. The two discuss North Dakota State’s transition to the FBS, Bobby Hauck’s brief retirement before taking the defensive coordinator job at the University of Illinois, South Dakota head coach Travis Johansen’s move to Rutgers, and other major storylines shaping the subdivision.

Later in the show, Colter visits with Montana State freshman guard Jamison Phillips to recap recent conference results, including a big win over Eastern Washington, and to preview the upcoming rivalry matchup against the Montana Grizzlies.

On the second hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez sits down with Montana Grizzlies men’s basketball assistant coach Jay Flores to preview the second matchup of the season against the Montana State Bobcats. Flores breaks down the keys to the rivalry showdown, what the Griz are emphasizing heading into the game, and what to expect when the two programs meet again.

Then, Colter continues the hardwood conversation with Manhattan, Montana native Seth Amunrud, discussing his journey to playing for the Bobcats, what the rivalry means to him, and a preview of Montana State’s upcoming clash with the Grizzlies.

Colter Nuanez opens the show by breaking down North Dakota State’s move up to the FBS after signing a one-year agreement to join the Mountain West Conference. He dives into every angle of this historic transition, including the financial implications, the ripple effects on both the FCS and FBS playoff picture, and what the move means for NDSU and the Mountain West moving forward.

Later in the show, Colter provides an update on prep basketball from across the Treasure State, highlighting key scores, standout performances, and notable storylines from around Montana.

Lastly, Colter highlights this week Treasure State Stars highlighting impressive athletic performances from across the State.