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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
Montana
College Football
National Championship
FCS Playoffs
Transfer Portal
Basketball
Illinois State
Football
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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Latest Episodes

Montana senior safety Tanner Huff sits down with Colter Nuanez to talk about his off-season, UM's defensive transition under a new coaching staff and his youth football camp coming up July 17 at Washington-Grizzly Stadium.

Montana sophomore wide receiver Brooks Davis joins Colter Nuanez to discuss his Freshman All-American debut season, his priorities this off-season and his upcoming youth football camp.

Montana linebacker Peyton Wing talks about his transition to UM after transferring from Portland State, acclimating to "Linebacker U" and his upcoming youth football camp on July 17 at Washington-Grizzly Stadium.

Montana junior quarterback Keali'i Ah Yat joins Colter Nuanez to discuss his upcoming youth football camp on July 17 at Washington-Grizzly Stadium in Missoula.

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Recent Guests

Tanner Huff
Senior defensive back for the Montana Grizzlies
University of Montana Grizzlies
Episode: Montana senior safety Tanner Huff on UM's transitioning defense & his upcoming youth football camp
Brooks Davis
University of Montana / Grizzlies football
Episode: Montana sophomore WR Brooks Davis on his breakout rookie season, & his upcoming youth football camp
Peyton Wing
Senior linebacker for the Montana Grizzlies
University of Montana / Montana Grizzlies
Episode: Montana senior linebacker Peyton Wing talks about transition to UM + upcoming youth camps
Keali'i Ah Yat
Quarterback, University of Montana
University of Montana
Episode: Montana junior quarterback Keali'i Ah Yat on his upcoming youth camp
Buck Prather
High school athlete featured as a guest on the show
Columbus High School (Montana)
Episode: ESPN Roundtable - Colter Nuanez's top stories from 2025-2026 sports year
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

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

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    briancayko
    United States8 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

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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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#109
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#187
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Talking Points

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Montana senior linebacker Peyton Wing talks about transition to UM + upcoming youth camps
Q: So take me through last year, what was it like adjusting to the defense and what helped you have such a good year?
The year was tough and new, with unfamiliar verbiage and a different scheme, but daily meetings with Coach Coop, guidance from senior leaders, and a highly talented group pushed me to learn fast, stay disciplined, and contribute as much as I could to the team.
Inside the FCS with Samuel Akem - Big Sky Conf national TV games, Eli Gillman's legacy, the GFPA and more
Q: Which non-conference games are seen as pivotal for Big Sky standings this year?
The NAU-Montana State clash is viewed as highly pivotal for identity-shaping in the early season, with implications for the rest of the league race.
Montana defensive coordinator Eric Sanders introductory press conference
Q: Throughout your various stops, what have you taken from those experiences to form your own defensive philosophy?
I've learned to be detail-oriented, identify problems quickly, and balance effort with technique, focusing on teaching players to play fast and with purpose while adapting to the unique Big Sky rhythm.
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.

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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. Tanner Huff
2. Brooks Davis
3. Peyton Wing
4. Keali'i Ah Yat
5. Buck Prather
6. Timm Rosenbach
7. Rob McManus
8. Kevin Swindler

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