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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
FCS Playoffs
College Football
Football
National Championship
Bobby Hauck
Transfer Portal
Illinois State
Basketball
UC Davis
FCS National Championship
Playoffs
FCS 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

Colter Nuanez and Brooks Nuanez talk about the primary narrative for Montana State (1:57) entering 2026 as the Bobcats charge through spring ball. Plus, key positions to watch in this weekend's MSU spring game (16:15), and full reactions from the Gri... more

Montana State offensive line coach Matt Smith joins Colter Nuanez to give his national championship game reactions, position versatility along the offensive front, Titan Fleishmann's huge aspirations for his senior year and things to watch in the Bob... more

Montana State defensive line coach Nick Jean-Baptiste joins Colter Nuanez on the first half of this week's ESPN Roundtable on 102.9 ESPN Radio to preview the MSU spring game on April 25.

Samuel Akem joins Colter Nuanez on Nuanez Now, ESPN MT to break down the top returning QBs in the FCS, why they stayed at their respective schools, how we rank each AND the controversy behind those rankings.

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Recent Guests

Hashim Jones
Montana Grizzly running back, interview guest
University of Montana
Episode: AKEM'S ANALYSIS: HASHIM JONES SPRING GAME INTERVIEW, 5 YEARS OF ELIGIBILITY, FAMU FOOTBALL SUSPENDED
Teya Yeomans
Rodeo commentator/host covering the MSU Spring Rodeo for Skyline Sports
Skyline Sports
Episode: Teya Yeomans on Montana State rodeo final day
Eric Sanders
Defensive Coordinator, Montana Grizzlies
University of Montana
Episode: ESPN Roundtable - Montana OC Brent Pease & DC Eric Sanders on Griz spring game
Faith Marshall
Top cowgirl from Montana State University; MSU rodeo athlete
Montana State University
Episode: Montana State cowgirl Faith Marshall on MSU spring rodeo
Cole Detton
Senior cowboy at Montana State, MSU Spring Rodeo competitor
Montana State University
Episode: Montana State rodeo cowboy Cole Detton on spring rodeo & Little Sullivan Award nomination
Bobby Daly
Montana State defensive coordinator
Montana State University
Episode: Montana State defensive coordinator Bobby Daly on return to Bozeman
Kyle Whitaker
Head coach of Montana State Rodeo
Montana State Rodeo
Episode: Montana State spring rodeo - MSU rodeo coach Kyle Whitaker
Bobby Kennedy
Head football coach at the University of Montana
University of Montana
Episode: Montana head coach Bobby Kennedy on his coaching influences
Madison O'Connor
Basketball player, Baker High School senior
Baker High School
Episode: Montana State women's basketball - recruit Madison O'Connor on state title, coming to MSU

Host

Colter Nuanez
Co-Host; Host of Big Sky Breakdown

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 91 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 States5 months ago
  • Low quality

    Consistently bad audio quality and content is even worse

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Player1307
    United States10 months 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 States5 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 States6 years ago

Listeners Say

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- Fans appreciate access to insider perspectives on coaching moves, player development, and rivalry context.
- Positive feedback highlights deep Big Sky coverage and strong guest lineups, especially for Griz and Cat fans.
- A few reviews note that the show stands out for comprehensive insight into Montana State and Montana rivalry dynamics and overall Big Sky insights.
- Some listeners call out profanity and audio quality as areas for improvement, with requests for tighter production and cleaner sound.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

"Inside the FCS with Samuel Akem" - analyzing the NFL Pro Days at UM & MSU
Q: What were your impressions of Loller's pro day and how it fits into his Montana career.
Loller's pro day was phenomenal, transparent about his journey, and showed he could handle the pressure and perform when given opportunity, which could finally translate into more look from NFL teams.
ESPN Roundtable - Montana OC Brent Pease & DC Eric Sanders on Griz spring game
Q: How has the transition to a different defensive scheme been going?
Sanders says it's gone great, with players receptive to new voices and techniques, and the emphasis on fundamentals and adaptability across different alignments.
Montana State spring rodeo - MSU rodeo coach Kyle Whitaker
Q: How important is it to adapt to indoor vs. outdoor venues and how does that affect your training and strategy going into the spring rodeo?
Indoor facilities have allowed more consistent practice, with flexible scheduling and more roughstock practice, which improves readiness for the varied indoor and outdoor environments across the season, and it helps the team be more competitive from the outset.
Montana State spring rodeo - MSU rodeo coach Kyle Whitaker
Q: First of all, you gotta tell us about just sort of this time of year for your team. How do you think they did in the fall, and what does this spring new chapter mean for you guys?
The team has built speed through a focused fall, and spring represents a chance to translate that hard work into performance in front of big crowds, with ongoing emphasis on mental preparation and preparing to compete at a high level as the season resumes.
Montana State national championship skier Justine Lamontange
Q: When you did cross the finish line and you realized that you had the top time, what was that moment?
It was an incredible moment of relief and joy, and the team's reaction made it feel even more special as they cheered wildly.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Big Sky Breakdown

What is Big Sky Breakdown about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Sports-focused analysis with a heavy emphasis on the Big Sky Conference, particularly football and Montana-centric programs. Episodes cover coaching changes, spring practices, transfer dynamics, and notable program milestones, often featuring direct insights from coaches, players, and analysts. The show tends to blend in-depth tactical discussion with community and rivalry context, making it a strong listen for fans who crave granular coverage of Montana and Montana State dynamics, as well as broader FCS developments. A notable strength is near-daily engagement with coaching staff and players, which yields timely, role-specific perspectives; a recurring challenge noted by listeners is audio quality and profanity levels, which the show often... more

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Recent guests on Big Sky Breakdown include:

1. Hashim Jones
2. Teya Yeomans
3. Eric Sanders
4. Faith Marshall
5. Cole Detton
6. Bobby Daly
7. Kyle Whitaker
8. Bobby Kennedy

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