Nuanez Now

On the second hour of Nuanez Now, during the Senior Spotlight, Colter Nuanez interviews Malta native Dawson Hammond, who recently committed to the University of Montana to play football. Colter discusses Hammond’s journey to becoming a Grizzly, along with his standout success as a multi-sport athlete in football, track, and basketball during his high school career. Next, Colter continues his discu...

On the first hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez breaks down last night’s thrilling double-overtime win for Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs over NBA championship favorite Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals. Colter also answers more fan questions and dives into a variety of topics from around the sports world. Next, Colter interviews Montana State track and f...

On the second hour of Nuanez Now, Colter discusses the upcoming Montana Pro Football Hall of Fame ceremonies taking place at the end of June in Billings. Colter breaks down the significance of the event, highlights several football figures who have made lasting impacts on Montana sports, and discusses their contributions to the game both in and around the state. Next, Colter interviews Missoula na...

On the first hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez breaks down Montana State’s impressive performance at the 2026 Big Sky Outdoor Track and Field Championships and what the Bobcats’ dominant showing says about the overall strength and momentum of the program. Colter also discusses Aaron Rai capturing his first major championship victory and becoming the first English golfer to win the PGA Championship...

On the second hour of Nuanez Now, Colter is joined by fan favorite Carolyn, the Chick Who Doesn’t Know Sports, to break down the latest sports drama from around the country. The duo discusses the NBA Playoffs, the latest involving Dianna Russini and Mike Vrabel, Tiger Woods getting out of rehab, and plenty more from across the sports world. Next, in the weekly Senior Spotlight, Colter highlights B...

On the first hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez provides updates from the Big Sky Track and Field Championships, highlighting standout performances and major storylines from around the conference. He also discusses the newly announced partnership between Montana Knife Company and University of Montana Athletics, including an eight-year commitment that will help fund new turf at Washington–Grizzly S...

 On the second hour of Nuanez Now, Colter is joined by Voice of the Missoula PaddleHeads Geoff Safford along with PaddleHeads manager Michael Schlact for a wide-ranging baseball discussion. The guys break down several major MLB storylines from around the league while also taking a closer look at how the PaddleHeads are shaping up ahead of the upcoming regular season, which begins next Tuesday on t...

On the first hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez discusses the latest additions to Big Sky basketball as both the men’s and women’s programs announce new coaching hires. Colter breaks down what KC McGowan brings to the men’s side and what Vanessa Welsh could mean for the future of the women’s program, while also covering several other coaching positions being filled across the state as programs gear...

On this week’s ESPN Roundtable, Colter Nuanez is joined by Montana Grizzlies football head coach Bobby Kennedy to discuss spring football, the program’s increased commitment to in-state recruiting, and expectations for the upcoming season. Kennedy also shares his vision for the future of Montana football and the culture he’s building as the Grizzlies enter a new era. Later in the show, Colter catc...

On the first hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez is joined by former Montana Grizzlies wide receiver Sammy Akem to take a deep dive into the latest storylines around the NCAA Division I Football Championship Subdivision. From roster movement and coaching changes to conference races and national contenders, the two break down everything happening across the FCS landscape. Later in the hour, Colter we...

On the second hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez sits down with new Montana Grizzlies offensive line coach Brent Myers to discuss what led him to Missoula after spending the last 12 seasons at Weber State Wildcats. Myers reflects on his previous stops coaching alongside former Montana head coach Bobby Hauck at Northern Arizona Lumberjacks, Washington Huskies, and UNLV Rebels, sharing insights from...

On the first hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez flips the script on Montana’s sports Mount Rushmore by building out his all-time list of the greatest players and coaches in Montana State Bobcats history. From legendary athletes to iconic coaches, Colter debates who deserves a spot among the Bobcat greats. Then, during the Treasure State Stars segment, Colter highlights standout performances from ar...

Colter Nuanez takes a deep dive into the evolving landscape of the NBA, exploring why the league appears to have fewer true household-name superstars today and what’s driving that shift away from the larger-than-life personalities that once defined professional basketball. He breaks down factors like media exposure, player movement, and the modern evolution of the game, and what it all means for t...

On the first hour of Nuanez Now, Colter answers a wide range of fan questions, including revealing his Mount Rushmore of Griz football legends. In the Prep Extra, Colter dives into the controversy surrounding Glacier football head coach Grady Bennett and the suspension that will sideline him for the first two games of next season. 

To kick off the second hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez is joined by Carolyn “the chick who doesn’t know sports” for an entertaining conversation surrounding some of the latest sports drama, including the ongoing Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini storylines as well as Stefon Diggs being found not guilty in his recent court case. Next, in the first Senior Spotlight of the year, Colter sits down with...

On the first hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez answers questions from listeners of the show, including discussing the latest surrounding Montana State legend Tommy Mellott. Next, Colter is joined by Brooks Nuanez for a fun and wide-ranging conversation debating who the greatest athlete of all time is, comparing legends from across multiple sports and eras. Lastly, Colter discusses which FCS progra...

On the second hour of Nuanez Now, Geoff Safford is joined by Hayden Smith to break down the results of the NHL Draft Lottery while also discussing all four remaining series in the Stanley Cup Playoffs and the biggest storylines from around the postseason. Next, Colter Nuanez sits down with Montana State Director of Track & Field/Cross Country Lyle Weese to recap recent meet results and help pr...

On the first hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez is joined by good friend of the show and former co-host Ryan Tootell for a wide-ranging and entertaining sports conversation covering a variety of topics from around the sports world. The two dive into the officially announced expansion of March Madness from 68 to 76 teams, along with the College Football Playoff expanding from 16 to 24 teams, while q...

On this week’s ESPN Roundtable, Colter Nuanez is joined by the founder and publisher of the Extra Point newsletter Matt Brown to discuss the growing trend of postseason expansion across college sports, including March Madness potentially expanding from 68 to 76 teams and the recently announced expansion of the College Football Playoff from 16 to 24 teams. The two break down the implications of the...

On the first hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez is joined by former Montana receiver Sammy Akem for a wide-ranging football conversation, diving into the potential expansion of the FBS playoffs to 24 teams while exploring a variety of storylines from across both the FBS and FCS landscape. The two also mix in some NBA talk, touching on current trends and headlines from around the league. Later, Colt...

On the second hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez has some fun with the crew behind the glass as they each throw questions his way, leading to a wide-ranging and entertaining segment filled with his takes, insights, and off-the-cuff reactions. Next, continuing the conversation around in-state rivalry, Colter sits down with Choteau native Dax Yeager to discuss his commitment to Montana State and what...

On the first hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez is joined by FCS expert Sam Herder to break down some of the biggest storylines around the subdivision, including the number of draft picks in this year’s NFL Draft and whether it’s as simple as top talent migrating to the FBS level. The two dive into that debate and explore a variety of other key topics shaping the current landscape of FCS football....

 In the second hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez breaks down the assistant coaching staffs for both Montana and Montana State football, highlighting the value each coach brings to their respective programs and how their roles impact development, recruiting, and overall team success. 

To kick off Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez breaks down recent track and field results for athletes from both Montana and Montana State, highlighting standout performances from around the state while also exploring why track and field doesn’t receive more attention on the national stage and the factors impacting its visibility and popularity. Next, Colter highlights Griz softball’s explosive win over We...

On the second hour of Nuanez Now, Colter Nuanez is joined by Carolyn “the chick who doesn’t know sports” for a lively and entertaining conversation about some of the latest drama in the sports world, including discussions surrounding Mike Vrabel, Dianna Russini, and other trending storylines. Next, Geoff Safford is joined by Griz lacrosse head coach and senior captain Mason Slapper to preview thei...