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Big Sky Now: FCS Playoff preview

BIG SKY NOW PODCAST | Hagadone News Network | UPDATED 1 month, 2 weeks AGO
by BIG SKY NOW PODCAST
Big Sky Now brings the best sports reporters from the inland Northwest to the table to discuss Big Sky Conference football and basketball. | December 3, 2025 11:15 AM

The Big Sky Now panel breaks down everything you need to know heading into Round 2 of the FCS Playoffs — starting with the most dramatic moments from Round 1. 

Yale’s stunning comeback, South Dakota State’s snow-storm domination, North Dakota’s statement win, and Rhode Island’s fast start all set the tone for a wild postseason. 

Luke Schmit, Fritz Neighbor, Mark Nelke, and Mike Maynard also revisit this year’s Big Sky Conference awards, including standout performances from Montana, Montana State, Idaho, and Idaho State. 

Then it’s on to deep previews of the biggest matchups of the week: South Dakota State vs. Montana in Missoula, Yale vs. Montana State in Bozeman, and Rhode Island vs. UC Davis.


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