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At the Big Sky Kickoff in Spokane, Washington, Montana State head coach Brent Vigen outlined his team's strategy for defending its national championship, while Skyline Sports senior writer Colter Nuanez shared the personal journey that shaped his sports storytelling.
Governor Greg Gianforte and President Donald J. Trump hosted the Montana State Bobcats at the White House to honor their historic national championship victory, a first since 1984.
The Bobcats will meet President Trump in the Rose Garden on Wednesday, celebrating a 35‑34 overtime victory that ended a 41‑year title drought.
Montana State University’s Bobcats, fresh off a dramatic overtime win over Illinois State, will head to the White House to commemorate their first championship since 1985, a triumph made possible by donor support and relentless perseverance.
Projected to finish third in the Big Sky Conference, the UC Davis Aggies are preparing for a season that could deliver a fifth FCS playoff appearance under coach Tim Plough, while Montana State and Montana dominate the preseason conversation.
The Cowboys have reshaped their roster with nearly 50 newcomers, including freshman wide receiver Jordan Styles, while retaining key veterans such as Samuel Harris and Dante Drake.
Montana State University announced the addition of tight end Bruin Fleischmann from Air Force and cornerback Alec Wills from Penn, both graduates with notable collegiate careers. Coach Brent Vigen highlighted their potential impact while outlining upcoming positional changes and departures within the program.
Montana State will showcase its coaching excellence and standout players at the 2026 Big Sky Kickoff Weekend in Spokane, featuring a Hall of Fame Gala and live broadcasts on ESPN+ and Scripps Sports.
The conference revealed the full roster of student‑athlete participants, broadcast details on ESPN+ and Scripps Sports, and announced a gala honoring the 2026 Hall of Fame class.
From a 14‑point comeback against North Dakota State to an overtime showdown with Montana State, the Redbirds’ journey blended grit, community support and unprecedented national visibility.
Montana State University has locked in non‑conference matchups that will pit the Bobcats against Ivy League powerhouse Harvard and Northeast Conference member Long Island University in the late 2020s, reviving long‑awaited gridiron rivalries.