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 Colter Nuanez is joined by former NFL coach and Montana Grizzlies quarterback Marty Mornhinweg for a wide-ranging conversation about the NFL. They break down the NFC and AFC Championship games, resulting in wins by the New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks, and share what stood out as we move toward the Super Bowl. The discussion also covers the impact of weather on football games, the ups and downs of Sam Darnold’s career, the Pittsburgh Steelers’ hiring of Mike McCarthy as their new head coach, Michael Wortham’s invitation to the East-West Shrine Game and how it could boost his NFL chances, along with many more storylines from the weekend. 

It was a big weekend for college basketball in Montana. Colter Nuanez breaks down wins across the board for Montana and Montana State on both the men’s and women’s sides, highlighted by a huge road victory for the Lady Griz over Idaho State in Pocatello. He digs into what that win means moving forward, who stood out, and how the Griz and Bobcats are starting to take shape as conference play heats up.

Colter also covers recruiting news, including Glacier quarterback Jackson Pressley’s commitment to Portland State following his recent decommitment from Sacramento State after a coaching change, and runs through a bunch of prep basketball news from around the state.

Colter Nuanez is joined by fan favorite CWDKS to dive into the latest sports drama. They break down the FBS National Championship, catch up on what Carson Beck is up to, discuss David Beckham’s son marrying a billionaire, weigh in on LeBron’s recent behavior, and much more. Expect hot takes, lively debate, and all the stories you don’t want to miss. (0:23)

Next, Geoff Safford sits down with Griz Hockey forward Johnny Baird to preview tonight’s game against Providence in Missoula, breaking down key matchups and what fans can expect on the ice.

Colter Nuanez kicks off the show by breaking down last night’s action on the hardwood, recapping big wins for both Montana and Montana State, along with a surprising loss for the Montana State women’s program. He dives into what stood out from each performance, key contributors, and what the results mean moving forward as both programs continue their push through the season. 

Next, Colter is joined by Rajiem Seabrook and special guest Shannon Holmes for a conversation centered on her experience within the table tennis community in Missoula and beyond, including her time in Denmark. They explore the growth of the sport, local involvement, and what makes the scene unique. (18:25)

To wrap up the hour, Colter and Rajiem return to the hardwood, talking Montana prep and college hoops while highlighting the standout performance of Sentinel product Lincoln Rodgers. The discussion then shifts to the NFL, with Rajiem sharing his thoughts on John Harbaugh being named head coach of the New York Giants, before the duo breaks down the remaining matchups left on the NFL docket. (32:24)

 On the second hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez is joined by Brooks Nuanez for an in-depth breakdown of the weekend’s NFL action. They dive into the teams that came up short, what those franchises need to fix, and what separates the squads advancing to the conference championships. They also preview the high-stakes matchups ahead: the AFC Championship clash between the Broncos and Patriots, and the NFC showdown between the Seahawks and Rams. (2:23)

Colter Nuanez kicks off the show by previewing Montana’s matchup against Weber State tonight, breaking down key players to watch for both the Griz and the Wildcats. Then, Colter reports on Michael Wortham earning an invitation to the East-West Shrine Bowl. Next, he discusses coaching additions and departures for both Montana and Montana State, including the addition of Brent Myers as the new offensive line coach for the Grizzlies, highlighting his impressive résumé and sharing his thoughts on what the move means for Montana. 

Later, Geoff Safford sits down with Lustre Christian head coach Randy Reddig to talk about his standout high school basketball program at the boarding school in the tiny town of Lustre, Montana. Geoff asks Randy about where his students come from, how they discover the school, what makes the team so successful, and previews some upcoming games this weekend. (30:18)

Lastly, Colter wraps up the hour by breaking down the results of Tuesday’s prep basketball games from across the state. (44:46)

On this week’s ESPN Roundtable, Colter breaks down the surprising departure of Seth Bodner as president of the University of Montana. He examines the legacy Bodner leaves behind, the potential impact on Grizzly athletics, and what the university should prioritize in finding his successor. (0:04) 

Next, Colter highlights rising Cross Country star Addison Kegel from Billings Central. Fresh off an incredible freshman season—including a 16:51 finish to win the Nike Northwest Regional Championships and earning Montana’s Gatorade Cross Country Runner of the Year. (31:01)

Finally, Colter reviews the latest prep basketball rankings across Montana, giving listeners a comprehensive look at the top high school teams and standout players shaping the state’s basketball scene. (35:20)

Colter Nuanez kicks off the show with a phone call to SWX reporter DJ Bauer, recapping the championship parade celebrating the Montana State Bobcats’ national title. The conversation shifts to the rivalry basketball matchups, where the Bobcats stayed dominant with two more wins. The highlight came on the women’s side, as Montana State posted the widest margin of victory in program history. The two also dive into Butte High basketball, spotlighting Hudson Ludke and a Bulldogs squad that’s jumped out to an impressive 8–1 start to the season. (7:21)

In the second segment, Geoff Safford is joined by the man behind the glass Hayden Smith to recap Griz hockey’s weekend in Boise and their outdoor game in Kalispell. The conversation then moves to the NHL, breaking down an up-and-down Seattle Kraken team and sizing up potential Stanley Cup contenders as the season reaches its midpoint. (28:29)

In the second hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez is joined by former Lady Griz and current Big Sky Conference color commentator Krista Redpath for their “Around the Big Sky Women’s Hoops” segment. The two kick things off by breaking down the recent Brawl of the Wild matchups between Montana and Montana State, highlighted by a big win for the Bobcats. Hear their analysis of the rivalry game, along with reactions to results and storylines from around the Big Sky Conference, as they take a league-wide look at women’s basketball. (1:09)

Next, Colter runs through his Treasure State Stars of the Week, highlighting standout athletic performances from across Montana. This week’s list features several impressive individual efforts on the hardwood. (33:42)

Colter Nuanez kicks off the show with a breakdown of the FBS National Championship, where Indiana edges Miami 27–21 in a hard-fought victory. The win caps a perfect 16–0 season and marks one of the most impressive program turnarounds in FBS history. Hear Colter’s reaction and analysis on how Indiana pulled it off, what it took to complete the historic run, and what the championship means moving forward. (8:28)

Next, Colter runs through all the remaining undefeated high school basketball teams in the Treasure State, highlighting standout programs still chasing perfect seasons. (30:52)

Lastly, Colter continues his breakdown of the women’s Brawl of the Wild from this past Saturday with an interview featuring Montana women’s head coach Nate Harris, sharing his perspective on the rivalry weekend and the questions it raised about the current state of the program. (41:20)