3:05 p.m. - The Montana Griz grab an impressive 30-point win against The Montana State Bobcats. Final: 37-7
The Great Divide Trophy comes back to Missoula. Griz will likely be a two seed in the playoffs.
2:50 p.m. - Montana puts more distance between them and the Cats in the 122nd Brawl of the Wild
2:45 p.m. - Defense continues to hold up against the Bobcats
2:30 p.m. - Fourth quarter is on deck
Montana Griz are looking for their 74th win in this rivalry. Three quarters down with one to go.
2:25 p.m. - Griz tack on to their lead
A field goal pushes Montana's lead to 30-7.
2:00 p.m. - Griz respond
Montana takes it down the field to extend their lead 27-7 in the 3rd.
1:54 p.m. - The Bobcats are in the game
Bobcats open up the second half with a scoring drive to get on the board. 20-7 Griz.
1:28 p.m. "What a crazy way to end the first half"
It's all Montana Griz in the first half. 20-0 with a stout defensive performance. A sack left one second on the clock for the Griz. A missed field goal was nullfied after a roughing the kicker penalty on the Bobcats. A second attempt from 33 yards out was good to send the Griz into the locker room with a 20 point lead.
"It looks like all the breaks have gone Montana's way." - Marty
"Yeah. That was interesting," Coach Hauck said when recapping the end of the first half. "A lot to unpack in those five seconds.
1:20 p.m. - Three and out for the Griz
Ah Yat comes in at QB. Griz can't move the ball. 39 seconds in the half.
1:16 p.m. - Griz defense rises up again
Montana State now 0-4 on third down conversions. Griz defense holds once more to force a punt. Griz have the ball in Bobcat territory with 1:23 to go in the half.
1:11 p.m. - Griz punt. 3:44 left in the half
Can the defense keep the shutout intact or will the Bobcats strike to get on the board?
1:05 p.m. - Griz defense holds
Bobcats go for it on fourth down and can't convert after an incomplete pass. Griz take over on downs.
1:00 p.m. - Yellow laundry slows drive
Multiple flags push the Griz backwards. Team settles for three. Griz up 17-0.
12:45 p.m. - One down. Three to go.
Now's the time to refill those snacks. End of the first quarter.
12:40 p.m. - Griz defense bends but doesn't break
Bobcats drive the field and make it inside the redzone. The Griz defense gets the stop and holds the Bobcats to a field goal. Field goal attempt is wide left. 14-0 Griz.
12:33 p.m. - Griz up 14-0
"The Grizzlies have the Bobcats off balance." - Marty
12:22 p.m. - Griz strike first
12:20 p.m. - Costly turnover avoided on the opening drive
Quarterback keeper by McDowell was recovered by the Griz. The drive stays alive!
12:05 p.m. - So much on the line
Outright conference crown is up for grabs. It's time to turn the game on - Scripps Sports and KPAX have you covered!
11:50 a.m. - We're ten minutes away from kickoff!
Enjoy the game!
11:45 a.m. - Fur Sure!
11:40 a.m. - Fans are ready to go!
11:35 a.m. - Marty Mornhinweg's key to the game: "Trust"
"Keys to the game, I've got one," Marty said in the Big Sky Showdown pregame show. "It's trust. Such a big game. Trust your teammates. Trust the game plan. Trust the coaches. Trust what your momma tells ya. But most importantly, trust your gut instincts."
11:10 a.m. - It's all gonna be settled right here. You don't have to wait much longer.
Soon.
10:55 a.m. - You're covered here too!
Okay, okay. If your living room is packed with kids, dogs or any other distractions, you can find a hiding place in your house and watch the pregame in peace. Just make sure you have your smartphone or tablet so you can go mobile. It's all right here waiting for you:
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10:50 a.m. - Big Sky Showdown is about to start...
Now's the time to put your TV or smart devices on KPAX. The pregame special is on right now. You can catch us FOR FREE (how sweet is that?!) over-the-air, or on your cable or streaming service providers. Here's a peek at what's about to be on! Does this get you pumped?! YES!!
10:35 a.m. - 'Frenemies'
Here's your proof that rivals can thrive together. Fans are out around Washington-Grizzly Stadium prepping for the big one. Our crews are all around the stadium chatting up football fans ready for the big clash. If you're out there tailgating - watch out for the bear. What do they say? "Be Bear Aware?"
10:15 a.m. - Calm before the brawl
Your first look inside Washington-Grizzly Stadium. It's a calm and foggy start before kickoff. All is quiet now, but you know that's going to change in a big, big way.
10:00 a.m. - The time is almost here
We're two hours away from kickoff. The 122nd Brawl of the Wild featuring two top-five teams is the hottest ticket in Montana. If you can't make it to the game, we've got you covered right here. You can watch the battle exclusively on KPAX. And don't worry - if you've got to get mobile today or if you've got to multi-task around the house, follow along right here. We'll keep you up to speed on all the biggest plays throughout the game.
