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Big Sky Now: Quarterfinal recap and historic Super Brawl as Cats and Griz battle for a place in the finals

BIG SKY NOW PODCAST | Hagadone News Network | UPDATED 2 weeks, 6 days AGO
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Big Sky Now brings the best sports reporters from the inland Northwest to the table to discuss Big Sky Conference football and basketball. | December 18, 2025 1:05 PM

This week on Big Sky Now, host Luke Schmit and the panel break down a massive quarterfinal weekend in the 2025 FCS Playoffs for Big Sky Conference teams. And stay tuned as the Daily Inter Lake team covers this weekend's game in Bozeman and then hops a plane to Nashville for the Chipper.

The Montana Grizzlies knocked off the South Dakota State Jackrabbits 50–29 behind big performances from their offense, while Montana State topped Stephen F. Austin 44–28. 

In a surprise upset, Illinois State knocked off UC Davis 42–31. 

In a first-ever playoff meeting - Montana faces Montana State in Bozeman this weekend for the Super Brawl!

The crew breaks down what both Big Sky teams need to do next to keep their national title hopes alive. 

If you’re tracking the postseason, rankings, and what comes next - this episode will break all the Big Sky action for you.


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