Big Sky Now: Vandals frustrated after officiating error, Cat-Griz preview
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The Big Sky Now sports panel recap Montana’s strong finish to conference play, Montana State’s statement win at home, Idaho’s tough loss on the road, and key performances from Eastern Washington, Sacramento State, and Northern Arizona.
Big Sky Now brings the best sports reporters from the inland Northwest to the table to discuss Big Sky Conference football and basketball. | November 20, 2025 5:35 PM
Week 12 brought major momentum shifts across the Big Sky as teams fight for playoff position.
On this episode of Big Sky Now, host Luke Schmit and the Big Sky Now sports panel recap Montana’s strong finish to conference play, Montana State’s statement win at home, Idaho’s tough loss on the road, and key performances from Eastern Washington, Sacramento State, and Northern Arizona.
Then the crew turns the focus to one of the biggest rivalry weeks in college football: a complete preview of Montana vs. Montana State, with matchup analysis, strengths and weaknesses, playoff stakes, and predictions.
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