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Big Sky Breakdown

Colter Nuanez
Montana State University
Big Sky Conference
Montana State
Montana Grizzlies
University Of Montana
Montana State Bobcats
National Championship
Montana
College Football
Basketball
Transfer Portal
FCS National Championship
Illinois State
Nashville
Bobby Hauck
Playoffs
Montana Football
Montana Grizzlies Football
NIL
Football

Skyline Sports covers the Big Sky Conference with more depth and breadth than any news outlet in the country. Check out the Big Sky Breakdown podcast presented by Skyline Sports.

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Latest Episodes

Eastern Washington defensive tackle Isaiah Perez joins Colter Nuanez and Samuel Akem at the Big Sky Kickoff to talk family, what keeps him at EWU, his off-season weight gain and the prospects for the Eagles heading into the 2026 season.

Montana head coach Bobby Kennedy, offensive line coach Brent Myers, senior offensive tackle Austin Buehler & junior OT Torin Jeske analyzed the Griz offensive line following Tuesday's fall camp practice.

Samuel Akem joins Colter Nuanez to go through some of the former FCS standouts battling to make NFL rosters plus the duo picks over/under win totals for the best teams in the Big Sky Conference.

Montana State head coach Brent Vigen talks about his team's visit to the White House, the collective mentality of his program and plenty of specifics about his roster with this long-form sit down with Colter Nuanez.

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Recent Guests

Bobby Daly
Montana State defensive coordinator
Montana State University
Episode: Montana State Minute - MSU defensive coordinator Bobby Daly on 2026 fall camp
Walker Olson
Billings West High School senior, Montana Grizz football commit
Montana Grizzlies
Episode: Billings West senior Walker Olson on committing to Montana Grizzlies
Brayden Zimmer
Offensive tackle for Montana State, returning All-American
Montana State Bobcats
Episode: Montana State media day - Sophomore tackle Brayden Zimmer
Samuel Gbatu Jr.
UC Davis wide receiver entering 2026 season
UC Davis
Episode: Big Sky Kickoff 2026 - UC Davis senior All-American Samuel Gbatu Jr. with Samuel Akem
Joshua Wood
Quarterback, Idaho Vandals
Idaho Vandals
Episode: Vandals Weekly - previewing the 2026 season with Thomas Ford Jr., Joshua Wood & Cruz Hepburn
Cruz Hepburn
Senior linebacker, Idaho Vandals
Idaho Vandals
Episode: Vandals Weekly - previewing the 2026 season with Thomas Ford Jr., Joshua Wood & Cruz Hepburn
Tayden Gray
Defensive back for Montana State Bobcats, preseason All-League selection
Montana State University Bobcats
Episode: Montana State media day - junior nickelback Tayden Gray
Coulter Nuanez
Avid sports journalist from ESPN Montana
ESPN Montana
Episode: Montana State 2026 media day - Brent Vigen opening address
Bobby Kennedy
Head coach of the Montana Grizzlies football program
Montana Grizzlies
Episode: Big Sky Kickoff - Montana head coach Bobby Kennedy

Host

Colter Nuanez
Host of the show with deep coverage of Big Sky and Skyline Sports; frequent on-air collaborations and analysis across Missoula networks.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 92 ratings
  • Explicit talk (profanity) & Varying Audio quality & volumes.

    great football content for the FCS, mostly Big Sky and Montana teams. Love them for that. however, they regularly tout there professional jounalism but use unnecessary profanity on a regular basis. You guys do a great job, you dont need profanity to sound cool or add street cred. It makes you sound uneducated which I know you are not. You can do better, use language that will elevate your journalism and take on the teams/games. Secondarily, Please Edit your audio. It is easy to level out your gu... more

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    3
    briancayko
    United States9 months ago
  • Low quality

    Consistently bad audio quality and content is even worse

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Player1307
    United Statesa year ago
  • Low quality

    Consistently bad audio quality and content

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Player1307
    United Statesa year ago
  • Love it

    The best podcast around that covers the Cats (and the Griz...) and the Big Sky Conference.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    saber t00th
    United States6 years ago
  • Explicit talk (profanity) otherwise great.

    great football content for the FCS, mostly Big Sky and Montana teams. Love them for that. however, they regularly tout there professional jounalism but use unnecessary profanity on a regular basis. You guys do a great job, you dont need profanity to sound cool or add street cred. It makes you sound uneducated which I know you are not. You can do better, use language that will elevate your journalism and take on the teams/games.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    briancayko
    United States7 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Strong support for Montana-based guests and community-focused content.
Listeners praise in-depth Big Sky coverage and local program insights.
Some critique audio quality and profanity; audience values authenticity but seeks cleaner production.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#101
Spain/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#189
India/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#227
China/Sports/Football

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Billings West senior Walker Olson on committing to Montana Grizzlies
Q: What sold you on the Montana program and the vision under the new head coach?
The new head coach, Bobby Kennedy, prioritizes in-state recruiting and has a track record of pulling in strong in-state talent, which made me feel confident about contributing to a program that values local players.
Bobby Kennedy, Brent Pease, Keali'i Ah Yat & Gage Sliter on Montana Grizzlies offense, 2026 camp
Q: What does, like, a level up for you look like?
The guest suggests that an expanded role and continued growth, consistent leadership, and daily improvement would constitute a level up, with emphasis on processing coverages, being a vocal leader, and maintaining performance under pressure.
Montana State offensive coordinator Pete Sterbick on 2026 fall camp
Q: How's fall camp going and what tactics are you using to get players to buy in and focus on the here and now?
Sterbick emphasizes a hungry, highly focused group that stays disciplined because practices are clearly recorded and reviewed, with leadership from Coach Viggen setting the tone. The approach blends detailed, year-over-year continuity with a push to test and expand schemes while keeping players engaged and accountable.
Big Sky Kickoff - Montana State head coach Brent Vigen
Q: What's the approach to roster changes with players leaving for Power Five programs?
He emphasizes open, honest conversations about players' goals, wishing them well, and prioritizing the next year's squad while rebuilding with targeted additions.
Big Sky Kickoff - Montana State head coach Brent Vigen
Q: How does this process compare to what you've done at North Dakota State?
The biggest difference is the modern environment and keeping the team together in a different world, with a focus on leadership, adapting culture, and sustaining the program through changes.

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Seasoned regional football coverage leans into Big Sky Conference storylines, with a strong focus on Montana programs, in-state recruiting, spring ball developments, and community engagement through youth camps and NIL ventures. Episodes blend on-field analysis, coaching philosophy, and recruiting dynamics with a clear emphasis on local teams, fan culture, and the business of college sports, often featuring in-state talents, coaches, and standout players as guests. Noteworthy are the tight-knit Montana media connections, sponsor integrations tied to local brands, and a recurring emphasis on building pipelines between high school talent and university programs across the state.

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1. Bobby Daly
2. Walker Olson
3. Brayden Zimmer
4. Samuel Gbatu Jr.
5. Joshua Wood
6. Cruz Hepburn
7. Tayden Gray
8. Coulter Nuanez

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