As the Big Sky Conference football regular season winds down, two of the league's top teams, the 10th-ranked Montana Grizzlies and the 2nd-ranked Montana State Bobcats, are set to take the field in crucial matchups this Saturday, November 16th. The Grizzlies will look to bounce back from a recent loss when they host the Portland State Vikings, while the Bobcats will travel to face the 4th-ranked UC Davis Aggies in a battle for the conference's automatic bid to the FCS playoffs.
Tune in for Big Sky Football Action on MTN Sports
Both games will be broadcast locally in Montana, with the Grizzlies-Vikings matchup airing on the MTN channel and the Bobcats-Aggies showdown being televised on CBS affiliates across the state. Fans can also stream the action on ESPN+.Montana Grizzlies vs. Portland State Vikings
The Grizzlies (7-3 overall, 4-2 Big Sky) will look to bounce back from a 30-14 loss to UC Davis when they host the Portland State Vikings (2-7, 2-4) at 1 p.m. in Missoula. Montana's offense will need to find its rhythm after struggling against the Aggies, and the defense will need to tighten up to contain a Vikings squad that has shown the ability to put points on the board. The Grizzlies have the talent and experience to get back on track, but they'll need to execute at a high level to avoid another setback.No. 2 Montana State Bobcats vs. No. 4 UC Davis Aggies
The marquee matchup of the day will be the clash between the 10-0 Bobcats and the 9-1 Aggies, with kickoff set for 6 p.m. in Davis, California. This game will have major implications for the Big Sky's automatic bid to the FCS playoffs, as the winner will likely secure that coveted spot. Montana State's high-powered offense, led by quarterback Tommy Mellott, will be tested by a stout UC Davis defense, while the Aggies' balanced attack will look to exploit any weaknesses in the Bobcats' unit. This game has all the makings of an instant classic, and the outcome could have far-reaching consequences for both teams' postseason aspirations.Pregame Coverage and Viewing Options
Fans in Montana can tune in to the Saturday Showdown Pregame Show on the MTN channel starting at 12:30 p.m. for in-depth analysis and previews of the day's action. The MTN channel is available on DirecTV, DirecTV Stream, Fubo, and over the air with an antenna or Tablo.Whether you're a diehard Grizzlies or Bobcats supporter, or simply a fan of high-quality FCS football, this Saturday's slate of Big Sky Conference games is sure to deliver plenty of excitement and drama. Tune in to see which teams will emerge victorious and take a step closer to the FCS playoffs.New
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