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Big Sky Breakdown

Colter Nuanez
Montana State University
Big Sky Conference
Montana State
Montana Grizzlies
Montana State Bobcats
University Of Montana
College Football
National Championship
Montana
FCS Playoffs
Football
Transfer Portal
Basketball
Illinois State
FCS National Championship
Bobby Hauck
Nashville
Playoffs
Montana Grizzlies Football
Montana 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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Timm Rosenbach, a former Missoula Hellgate quarterback who also served as the offensive coordinator at Montana 2018-2022, also played at Washington State and the Phoenix Cardinals before getting into coaching. 

Rosenbach is one of the headlining mem... more

Samuel Akem and Colter Nuanez talk about congressional conversations about regulating college football, the changes to Big Sky Conference media days, a tease for an event with the GFPA at the Mo' Club June 18 + Myles Garrett to the Rams and the NBA F... more

Montana State senior Rob McManus is a three-time Big Sky Conference champion in the 3,000-meter steeplechase and is headed back to Eugene, Oregon for the NCAA Outdoor Track & Field Championships June 10-13.

Montana senior pole vaulter Kevin Swindler tied his own UM school record in the pole vault during the first round of the NCAA Outdoor Track & Field championships next week in Eugene, Oregon.

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Recent Guests

Timm Rosenbach
Former NFL quarterback; inductee into the Montana Pro Football Hall of Fame
Montana Pro Football Hall of Fame, former quarterback for Washington State and NFL teams
Episode: ESPN Roundtable - former Washington State & Phoenix Cardinals QB Timm Rosenbach on going into the Montana Pro Football Hall of Fame
Rob McManus
Montana State steeplechase athlete
Montana State University
Episode: Montana State senior Rob McManus headed back to Eugene, Oregon for national championships
Kevin Swindler
Pole vaulter, University of Montana
University of Montana
Episode: Montana pole vaulter Kevin Swindler on school record & heading to NCAA Outdoor championships
Kamryn Reinker
Basketball player from Billings Central High School, future Montana Lady Griz
Billings Central High School
Episode: Senior Spotlight - Billings Central basketball standout Kamryn Reinker, a future Montana Lady Griz
Dawson Hammond
Incoming Griz football player; Malta High School senior
University of Montana Grizzlies (upcoming)
Episode: Senior Spotlight - Griz signee Dawson Hammond, a 3-sport athlete from Malta, Montana
Rick Halmes
Chairman of the Board and inductee in the Montana Pro Football Hall of Fame
Montana Pro Football Hall of Fame
Episode: ESPN Roundtable - Montana Pro Football Hall of Fame founder & chairman Rick Halmes
Rick Ogle
Montana football figure, inducted nominee
Montana football / NFL (as referenced)
Episode: ESPN Roundtable - Montana Pro Football Hall of Fame founder & chairman Rick Halmes
Corey Whitmer
Former Montana/College football player, NFL veteran
Montana football / New York Giants (former)
Episode: ESPN Roundtable - Montana Pro Football Hall of Fame founder & chairman Rick Halmes
Tony Bodie
2026 inductee into the Montana Pro Football Hall of Fame
Montana Pro Football Hall of Fame
Episode: ESPN Roundtable - Montana Pro Football Hall of Fame founder & chairman Rick Halmes

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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    briancayko
    United States7 months ago
  • Low quality

    Consistently bad audio quality and content is even worse

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    Player1307
    United Statesa year ago
  • Low quality

    Consistently bad audio quality and content

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    Player1307
    United Statesa year ago
  • Love it

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

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    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.

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Talking Points

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ESPN Roundtable - former Washington State & Phoenix Cardinals QB Timm Rosenbach on going into the Montana Pro Football Hall of Fame
Q: How did injuries impact your career trajectory and your eventual move into coaching?
The knee injury in my second year changed everything; I never fully recovered to be the full-time starter again, which shifted my focus toward coaching and mentoring younger players, using the experience to teach resilience and preparation.
ESPN Roundtable - former Washington State & Phoenix Cardinals QB Timm Rosenbach on going into the Montana Pro Football Hall of Fame
Q: What stood out about your first NFL season and the early adjustments you had to make?
The pace and level of competition were overwhelming; I started under a two-quarterback system, then had to adapt quickly as injuries and coaching changes reshaped my role. The learning curve was steep, and I had to rely on mental reps and coaching to adjust.
ESPN Roundtable - former Washington State & Phoenix Cardinals QB Timm Rosenbach on going into the Montana Pro Football Hall of Fame
Q: What were you doing when the Phoenix Cardinals called you after the draft, and how did that moment feel?
I was surprised and excited; I hadn't talked much with the Cardinals before, and getting drafted by them felt like a boundary-breaking moment, especially since it was during the Cardinals' relatively new era in Phoenix. The conversation and immediate plans signaled a fresh start at a new level.
Montana State senior Rob McManus headed back to Eugene, Oregon for national championships
Q: What role does the evolving information and technology in track and field play in your training?
Rob noted that advancements in information flow and shoe technology have accelerated training and performance, enabling more consistent workouts and faster improvements.
Montana State senior Rob McManus headed back to Eugene, Oregon for national championships
Q: How did you approach the national meet prep this season, especially coming off regional experiences?
He emphasized using regionals to tune his race strategy, staying confident, and drawing on prior national experience to manage nerves while aiming to perform at his best.

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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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Recent guests on Big Sky Breakdown include:

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2. Rob McManus
3. Kevin Swindler
4. Kamryn Reinker
5. Dawson Hammond
6. Rick Halmes
7. Rick Ogle
8. Corey Whitmer

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