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Big Sky Now: Idaho's overtime thriller and Montana teams stay hot

BIG SKY NOW PODCAST | Hagadone News Network | UPDATED 2 months, 1 week 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. | November 4, 2025 1:55 PM

The road to the FCS playoffs is heating up, and Montana football continues to roll. In this week’s Big Sky Now podcast, host Luke Schmit and the Daily Inter Lake sports team recap a wild Week 10 where every road team — including Montana, Idaho, and Idaho State — came away with victories. 

The crew breaks down Montana’s workmanlike win in Ogden, Idaho’s overtime thriller over Northern Arizona, and Idaho State’s statement upset over UC Davis.

Plus, a full Week 11 preview as Montana hosts Eastern Washington, Montana State defends home turf against Weber State, and playoff contenders fight for survival.


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Idaho State sweeps Big Sky football awards

Bobcats dominate in 55-7 win over UNC

Griz break through in Ogden for 37-20 win

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