Stepping back, looking at the bigger picture:
Yes, this was great for the Bobs. But also great for all of FCS football. TV is the Almighty Money God of Collegiate Athletics and this game elevated the major FCS programs, including us. Look for more national exposure in the future, especially for the two Montana teams. A rising tide lifts all boats.
How many times was the Brawl of the Wild brought up? And the Griz--or Grizzlies? We got plenty of good pub last night.
Maybe the biggest beneficiaries were the announcers, Brock Osweiler and Dave Flemming. Osweiler is smooth, articulate, and knowledgeable. Flemming has been a rising star for a few years now. Expect to see this team on more national telecasts. And as we learned from Brent Musburger, it never hurts to have a national announcer with full knowledge of Montana football.
The Montana kids. They showed out! Very proud of them no matter the uniform. Yet another reason to recruit more of them: They're less likely to go into the portal.
Yes, this was great for the Bobs. But also great for all of FCS football. TV is the Almighty Money God of Collegiate Athletics and this game elevated the major FCS programs, including us. Look for more national exposure in the future, especially for the two Montana teams. A rising tide lifts all boats.
How many times was the Brawl of the Wild brought up? And the Griz--or Grizzlies? We got plenty of good pub last night.
Maybe the biggest beneficiaries were the announcers, Brock Osweiler and Dave Flemming. Osweiler is smooth, articulate, and knowledgeable. Flemming has been a rising star for a few years now. Expect to see this team on more national telecasts. And as we learned from Brent Musburger, it never hurts to have a national announcer with full knowledge of Montana football.
The Montana kids. They showed out! Very proud of them no matter the uniform. Yet another reason to recruit more of them: They're less likely to go into the portal.