In a top-ten showdown, No. 3 Montana State bounced back from an unsteady beginning to defeat No. 9 UC Davis. Head coach Brent Vigen praised the Bobcats’ year-long resilience, highlighting this game as a testament to their ability to respond. The win cements Montana State’s place among college football’s elite.

Weber State University has fired head football coach Mickey Mental, marking a notable change in the Big Sky Conference. The latest notebook also highlights NFL updates on former Montana-based players, a top-tier Bobcat honor, and a glance at the Top 25.

South Dakota State University (SDSU) is off to a blazing 2-0 start, while the University of South Dakota (USD) is grappling with an 0-2 record. As the Bison thrive and Montana State faces setbacks, the early outlook in college football’s regional battles is already taking shape.