Nuanez Now

Colter Nuanez is joined by SWX Sports reporter Shaun Rainey for a wide-ranging conversation on the overall state of the FCS, using Montana State’s National Championship and Shaun’s experience covering the title game in Nashville as a launching point. They discuss the long-standing dominance of programs from Montana and the Dakotas, why that power structure has remained so consistent, and how it co...

For this week’s ESPN Roundtable, Colter Nuanez sits down with KPAX Sports anchor Kyle Hansen to talk about his experience in Nashville watching Montana State win an FCS National Championship. The two discuss the significance of a Montana school winning a national title, what it means for the state and the program, and how being in Nashville added to the overall experience. (1:25) Next, Colter cont...

Colter Nuanez takes a statewide look at high school hoops, breaking down team records across all classes as the season reaches its midpoint. He then shifts to the college football transfer portal, examining where Montana and Montana State have lost players and offering his take on which positions both programs need to address heading into next season. Next, Colter sits down with Montana State men’...

With only eight teams remaining, Colter Nuanez previews the upcoming NFL matchups next weekend in a season that feels as wide open as ever, breaking down what to watch as the playoff race continues. (0:44) Next, Colter sits down with Montana State junior Taylee Chirrick ahead of the Bobcats’ game against Montana this Saturday. They discuss her impressive start to the season and the impact she’s ha...

Colter Nuanez continues his discussion around the FCS transfer portal, breaking down the players who have departed Montana, highlighted by the exits of Kyon Loud, Micah Harper, and Caleb Otlewski. With those losses, Colter examines where the Grizzlies stand defensively, who is returning, and which positions need to be filled heading into next season. (12:12) Next, Colter shifts gears to high schoo...

Colter Nuanez goes all in on the NFL, breaking down the first weekend of playoff football and sharing his reactions to every game from a loaded weekend around the league. (5:36)

Colter Nuanez breaks down a big opening weekend of conference play on the hardwood, diving into what we learned from Montana and Montana State men’s and women’s basketball—from statement wins to early-season questions as Big Sky play gets underway. He also continues his ongoing discussion of the transfer portal, covering a wide range of movement and storylines, including the return of star running...

Colter Nuanez is joined by fan-favorite CWDKS after a month-long hiatus for an episode filled with sports gossip, bold opinions, and must-hear takes. The conversation breaks down Montana State’s FCS National Championship run, including CWDKS’s firsthand experience of the Cat–Griz rivalry at the “Super Brawl.” They also discuss the disappointing—but not surprising—wave of Cats players entering the...

Colter Nuanez is joined by his close friend Rajiem Seabrook for a full hour of conversation, breaking down an electric FCS National Championship, recapping the Fiesta Bowl that sent Miami to the FBS National Championship, and diving into Griz and Bobcats basketball along with transfer portal news for Montana and Montana State. The guys also share their thoughts on the NFL coaching carousel, plus p...

Colter Nuanez is joined by Brooks Nuanez for a wide-ranging conversation around the NFL, diving into the head coach carousel, which preseason futures they hit over the course of the year, and which teams they were right—and wrong—about along the way. The guys also look ahead to upcoming playoff matchups and hit on plenty more storylines as the postseason takes shape. (0:36)

Colter Nuanez opens the show by breaking down the latest results from Montana and Montana State basketball, diving into both the men’s and women’s programs. He looks at how each team has performed so far, what those results reveal about their identities, and where their seasons are headed as conference play heats up. (5:58) Next, Voice of Griz Hockey Geoff Safford jumps on the mic, joined by Hayde...

On this week’s ESPN Roundtable, Colter is joined by Bozeman native Kris Atteberry —the former voice of the Bobcats and current radio voice of the Minnesota Twins—to relive an unforgettable weekend in Nashville. Atteberry shares his firsthand experience watching the Bobcats capture a national championship for the first time since 1984, reflecting on the atmosphere, the emotion, and what the moment...

Colter Nuanez kicks off the show alongside FCS expert and HERO Sports contributor Sam Herder , continuing their breakdown of a wild FCS National Championship. They discuss the title game being played in Nashville for the first time, what the setting brought to the event, and how the atmosphere elevated an already unforgettable championship week. From there, the conversation turns to the game itsel...

Colter Nuanez continues the conversation around one of the craziest FCS National Championship games ever played. Hear from Cats head coach Brent Vigen , who reflects not only on the championship moment, but what this title means for the future and legacy of the program. Standout players Justin Lamson and Taco Dowler also join the discussion, breaking down the plays, preparation, and pressure that...

Colter Nuanez is back in the studio following one of the most unforgettable games in college football history. The Cats are national champions after an absolutely unbelievable FCS National Championship—sealed by a go-ahead extra point in overtime. It was the first overtime game ever in FCS National Championship history, and it delivered drama until the very last kick. Hear from Cats quarterback Ju...

Colter Nuanez is live from Nashville to set the stage for the FCS National Championship, wrapping up his on-site coverage with final thoughts before kickoff. He’s joined first by former Montana Grizzlies receiver Sammy Akem, then by former Montana State player and coach Mike Rider, as they break down today’s matchup between Montana State and Illinois State and lay out exactly what to watch for whe...

In the second hour of Nuanez Now , Colter and Brooks Nuanez continue their preview of the upcoming FCS National Championship. Hear from Montana State head coach Brent Vigen and Illinois State head coach Brock Spack as they share their thoughts on each other’s teams and the matchup ahead.  Then, Colter catches up with Montana State junior right guard Titan Fleishmann, who reflects on the experience...

Colter Nuanez is live in Nashville ahead of the FCS National Championship, where Montana State takes on Illinois State. Colter and Brooks Nuanez break down the Bobcats’ impressive rebuild from last season, how they’ve powered their way to a second straight national title appearance, and what’s fueling this championship run. Plus, the guys share their analysis and expectations for a tough Illinois...

On this week’s ESPN Roundtable , Colter Nuanez sits down with Missoula native and Montana State running back Adam Jones to discuss the Bobcats’ impressive season and what it means to compete for a national championship. Jones shares insight into the team’s journey, the mindset heading into the title game, and the pride of representing Montana on college football’s biggest stage. (17:08) Next, Colt...

On the first hour of Nuanez Now , Colter Nuanez is joined by FCS Insider Sam Herder to break down Montana’s season—one that featured flashes of dominance but ultimately left fans wanting more. The two discuss what went right, what fell short, and how the Grizzlies stack up on the national FCS stage. Colter and Sam also preview the FCS National Championship matchup between Montana State and Illinoi...

Hour 2 of Nuanez Now kicks off with Colter Nuanez welcoming Montana State play-by-play voice Keaton Gillogly for an in-depth conversation on the Bobcats. The two discuss Montana State’s impressive rebuild from last season to now, the program’s sustained success this year, and the impact of head coach Brent Vigen in leading the Bobcats to another championship run. (1:31) The hour continues with Col...

Hour 1 of Nuanez Now opens with Colter Nuanez recapping his Christmas week before shifting focus to Montana State’s national championship matchup. Colter breaks down Illinois State’s remarkable postseason run, highlighted by four straight road wins — including a stunning upset of heavy favorite North Dakota State — and what it means for the Bobcats heading into the title game. The hour continues w...

The conversation continues as Colter Nuanez and former Radio Sportscaster of the Year Ryan Tootell dive further into the aftermath of Montana State’s emphatic win over Montana. With the rivalry rematch in the rearview, the focus shifts to what the Bobcats’ performance means as they prepare for the National Championship, and where the Grizzlies go from here. This episode features insight and reacti...

Colter Nuanez is joined by close friend and former Montana Radio Sportscaster of the Year Ryan Tootell to break down one of the biggest games in Montana football history. The highly anticipated rematch between Montana and Montana State lived up to the hype—and then some—as the Bobcats delivered a statement win, punching their ticket to the National Championship. The duo dives deep into what went r...

On the second hour of Nuanez Now , Colter is joined by Ty Gregorak , a coach with unique perspective on the rivalry who has been on both sidelines of the matchup. Gregorak, who served as a defensive coordinator in 15 Brawl of the Wild games, shares his thoughts on the Super Brawl, breaking down the matchup from a coach’s point of view while also reflecting on the historical significance of one of...