Colter Nuanez continues his coverage of the 124th Brawl of the Wild, starting with former Montana Radio Sportscaster of the Year Ryan Tootell, who brings insight, analysis, and plenty of rivalry perspective. (2:08)
Next, Colter welcomes former Griz standout Samuel Akem to break down this year’s matchup and reflect on what it’s like to play in one of college football’s fiercest rivalries. (14:14)
Lastly, Colter shifts to the high school ranks as Frenchtown head coach Seth Mason joins the show to preview their upcoming state championship showdown against Billings Central. (33:05)
Colter Nuanez is joined by Rajiem Seabrook as they continue their conversations about the 124th Brawl of the Wild, featuring interviews with Griz head coach Bobby Hauck and Cats head coach Brent Vigen. Together, they break down the key matchups and storylines that will shape Saturday’s showdown. (1:32)
Next, Colter and Rajiem shift to the high school ranks, discussing state championship action from across Montana — including a Glacier team looking to rebound after back-to-back title game losses and a strong Billings West squad aiming to finish the job. (32:16)
To wrap up the first hour, former Montana State player and coach Michael Rider joins Colter to talk about his alma mater, Billings West, and what has allowed the program to sustain its success. Then, Brent Vigen returns for a short conversation about small-town football and the impact those players have had on the Bobcats’ roster. (40:43)
In the second hour of Nuanez Now, Colter is joined by Brooks Nuanez for a full slate of NFL talk — breaking down this weekend’s matchups and building out their weekly parlay. (2:07)
Next, Colter welcomes former Griz legend, NFL veteran, and current Scripps Sports color commentator Jordan Tripp to share his perspective on this year’s matchup between Montana and Montana State. (28:45)
To kick off Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez is joined by SWX Sports Director Shaun Rainey as they continue the conversation around the 124th Brawl of the Wild heading into Saturday’s showdown. (9:12)
Next, Colter welcomes the voice of Montana Hockey, Geoff Safford, into the studio to break down Montana’s season so far and preview this weekend’s matchups in Billings against Lake Region State out of Devils Lake, North Dakota. (31:10)
To close the hour, Colter shifts to the hardwood, recapping the early-season starts for the men’s and women’s basketball teams at both Montana and Montana State. (44:14)
On this week’s ESPN Roundtable, Colter Nuanez is joined by Montana State head coach Brent Vigen as they continue the conversation surrounding Saturday’s Brawl of the Wild. (1:35)
Then, Colter sits down with Geno Leonard to talk about facing the Bobcats this weekend, what it will take to win at home, and how the Griz can keep their unbeaten streak alive. (34:37)
Colter continues his deep dive into rivalry week, previewing the Brawl of the Wild and examining the wider FCS landscape with FCS expert and Hero Sports contributor Sam Herder. (4:50)
Then, the voice of the Bobcats, Keaton Gillogly, joins the show to add even more insight as the countdown to the Brawl of the Wild heats up. (29:26)
Lastly, Colter takes time to discuss and honor the life and legacy of Lady Griz basketball great Skyla Sisco, who recently passed away at the age of 50 after a battle with cancer. (47:54)
Colter Nuanez continues his deep dive into the 124th Brawl of the Wild, featuring the undefeated No. 2 Montana Grizzlies (11–0) and the No. 3 Montana State Bobcats (9–2). He brings you exclusive interviews with both head coaches — Bobby Hauck of the Griz and Brent Vigen of the Cats — offering insight straight from the leaders of each program
Colter also checks in with Montana Star of the Week, Dylan Botner, for a quick conversation ahead of the rivalry showdown. (32:12)
Colter kicks things off with his Treasure State Stars, highlighting standout athletic performances from across Montana. Then, Glacier head coach Grady Bennett joins the show to preview the Class AA State Championship — a game Glacier has reached but come up short in each of the past two seasons. (18:42)
Next, Colter teams up with Pete Hamill for their weekly Vertical Raise Player of the Week, spotlighting one of the top individual performances in Montana high school football. (31:50)
To close things out, Cats head coach Brent Vigen offers a brief take on Billings West(45:18) before Colter is joined by Billings West head coach Rob Stanton for a final breakdown of this weekend’s Class AA State Championship clash. (47:49)
In the second hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez is joined by Griz legend and longtime NFL coach Marty Mornhinweg for an in-depth conversation ahead of the 123rd Brawl of the Wild. The two dive into Montana–Montana State storylines, key matchups, and what to watch for in this year’s rivalry showdown.
Marty also brings his trademark insight to the latest NFL action, offering expert takes, quarterback analysis, and league-wide perspective.
On this week’s Montana Football Hour, Colter Nuanez breaks down both Montana and Montana State’s weekend performances as we gear up for the 123rd edition of the Brawl of the Wild in Missoula. Colter shares his three big takeaways for each team heading into the rivalry matchup we’ve all been waiting for.
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Whether you're a Griz, a Cat, or just love Montana football, this episode gets you fully prepped for Saturday’s showdown.
Colter Nuanez is joined in studio by Brooks Nuanez for a full NFL rundown, breaking down every matchup on this weekend’s slate. The two go back and forth on the biggest storylines, guess the spreads, and wrap it all up by putting together their weekly parlay. (1:12)
Next, Colter welcomes Carolyn, the Chick Who Doesn’t Know Sports, for a fun and chaotic dive into the latest sports gossip—both local and national. They cover everything from Chloe Seelhoff’s unbelievable penalty-kick goal while wearing a sling to Matt Kalil’s recent six-figure offer from a rather unexpected website. (31:53)
Colter Nuanez kicks off the show with a full FCS preview of this week’s games before diving into a lively and entertaining interview with longtime Portland State head coach Bruce Barnum. They break down the Vikings’ upcoming matchup this Saturday, mixing insight, strategy, and plenty of Barnum’s trademark humor. (10:54)
Next, Colter is joined by Scot Gladstone the voice of the Glacier Range Riders and someone deeply familiar with both Montana and Washington’s women’s soccer programs. They preview Friday night’s matchup in Washington, offering context, key storylines, and what to watch for when Gladstone takes the mic for the call. (32:40)
To close out the show, Colter welcomes Amy Allison and Tom Severson into the studio to promote the annual Can the Cats food drive ahead of the 123rd Brawl of the Wild next Saturday. They discuss the impact of the campaign, how the community can get involved, and why this tradition matters more than ever. (44:26)
On this week’s ESPN Roundtable, Colter goes all in on Montana prep football with a lineup of standout guests. He’s joined by Bozeman Gallatin’s Carter Dahkle (7:48), Glacier’s Asher Knopik (16:05), and Big Sky’s star receiver Cormac Batt (24:33) for a conversation about their seasons, team goals, and what it takes to shine on the Montana high school football stage.
Then, Colter throws it back to 2019 with a hilarious interview featuring Portland State head coach Bruce Barnum. It’s a fun, classic conversation that sets the stage for this weekend’s matchup between Montana and Portland State. (35:07)
Colter kicks things off with FCS expert Sam Herder to recap all the action from this past week and take a big-picture look at the current FCS landscape. They dig into how the majority of the resources and recruiting power remain concentrated within just a handful of top programs and what that means for parity, competition, and the future of the subdivision. (5:02)
Next up, it’s time for the Montana State Minute. Colter sits down with junior cornerback Tahkari Carr to preview the Bobcats’ upcoming showdown against #9 UC Davis. They talk preparation, mindset, and what it’ll take for Montana State to come out on top in this key FCS matchup. (28:40)
Next, Colter is joined by the man behind the glass, Hayden Smith, to talk Thursday Night Football. They dive into a recent take from Jon Gruden, who voiced his dislike for the midweek matchup and even said he hopes it comes to an end — sparking a broader discussion about player safety, scheduling, and the NFL’s primetime priorities. (39:51)
Colter breaks down the upcoming matchup between the Montana Grizzlies and the Portland State Vikings. Hear from head coach Bobby Hauck as he previews the Griz’s approach, key players to watch, and what it’ll take to stay hot heading into the postseason. (12:26)
Next up, Colter turns his attention to the Montana State Bobcats as they prepare for a pivotal showdown with UC Davis. Head coach Brent Vigen joins the show to discuss the Cats’ mindset, game plan, and the keys to success against a tough Aggies squad. (28:33)
Colter kicks things off with our weekly look at Montana high school football as teams get set for the semifinals across the state. He breaks down the biggest matchups, standout players, and what to watch this weekend — then catches up with Whitefish head coach Brett Bollweg to talk about the Bulldogs’ postseason run. (19:48)
Next, Colter is joined by Pete Hamill to dive deeper into the prep football scene and hand out Pete’s weekly Vertical Raise Player of the Week – postseason edition. (29:27)
Finally, Colter chats with Montana senior cornerback Prince Ford about the Grizzlies’ mindset heading into their upcoming game against Portland State. (43:21)
Colter kicks things off with all the latest from high school football across Montana — from the biggest wins and playoff pushes to standout performances statewide. It’s your one-stop listen for everything happening under the Friday night lights in Big Sky Country. (1:43)
Then, Colter breaks down Montana Soccer’s thrilling Big Sky Conference Championship run, featuring back-to-back penalty shootout wins over Idaho and Weber State in front of a sold-out South Campus Stadium crowd. Hear from head coach Chris Citowicki, goalkeeper Ashley Dvorak, and midfielders Mattie Ditta and Chloe Seelhoff as they reflect on the Griz’s dramatic title victory. (8:50)
Colter Nuanez breaks down a jam-packed weekend of college football across the Treasure State! Hear in-depth analysis of both the Montana Grizzlies and Montana State Bobcats, plus interviews with Montana head coach Bobby Hauck, Montana State head coach Brent Vigen, Eastern Washington head coach Aaron Best, and standout players Caden Dowler, Jake Schakel, and Kellan Detrick.
In the second hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez is joined by Carolyn, the Chick Who Doesn’t Know Sports, for another round of fun and offbeat sports talk. They dive into the latest gossip from around the sports world — from the newest twists in the Antonio Brown saga to the changing world of sports betting, plus pro tennis player Danielle Collins’ surprisingly entertaining dating profile and much more. It’s a lighthearted, laugh-filled segment packed with hot takes and hilarious moments you won’t want to miss. (2:02)
Lastly, Colter Nuanez catches up with Big Sky head coach Matt Johnson to talk about the team’s bye week, how they’ve used the extra time to prepare, and what they’ll need to do to advance through the quarterfinals tonight. (32:12)
Colter Nuanez is joined in studio by former Montana wide receiver Nate Dolan to talk all things Montana AA prep football as the state heads into the quarterfinals. They break down the top matchups, standout players, and storylines to watch as the chase for a state championship heats up. (5:34)
Next, Colter continues the prep football conversation with Bozeman Gallatin head coach Hunter Chandler, discussing the Raptors’ strong season, their mindset heading into the quarterfinals, and what it’ll take to keep their playoff run alive. (36:25)
Lastly, Colter provides an update on Montana soccer, which narrowly defeated Idaho in a shootout to advance to the Big Sky Conference Championship against Weber State. (50:24)