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BIG SKY NOW PODCAST | Hagadone News Network | UPDATED 3 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. | October 7, 2025 1:55 PM

Week 6 of Big Sky football didn’t disappoint — from Montana’s thrilling rally in Pocatello to Montana State’s dominant ground game and Idaho’s push for playoff positioning. 

Host Luke Schmit of the Daily Inter Lake and the panel breaks down every highlight, stat, and standout player, plus NFL updates from former Big Sky stars like Cooper Kupp, Ty Okada, and Rashid Shaheed. 

Then, the crew previews Week 7 — including Montana vs. Cal Poly, Idaho State vs. Montana State, UC Davis vs. Northern Arizona, and the battle between Sac State and Weber State. 

Predictions, insights, and bold calls — everything you need to know heading into another wild weekend across the Big Sky.


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