Weber State takes a three-game winning streak and its first national ranking in two years to Bozeman for a major Big Sky test against defending FCS champion Montana State. The 22nd-ranked Wildcats are tied for first in the conference; the third-ranked Bobcats are a formidable home team, with 12 straight wins at Bobcat Stadium.

By the Numbers
  • Weber State: 5-3 overall, 4-1 in Big Sky play; ranked No. 22.
  • Montana State: 6-1 overall, 3-1 in Big Sky play; ranked No. 3 nationally and No. 1 in the FCS committee rankings.
  • Noah Kjar leads the nation with 10 touchdown catches.
  • Montana State leads the all-time series 34-23-1 and has won the last five meetings.
Yes, But

Weber State’s momentum is real, but the Wildcats face a steep challenge: Montana State is the defending national champion, leads the conference in several key offensive and defensive categories, and has won 12 straight at home. Weber State has also struggled with turnovers, sitting at minus-9 on the season.

State of Play
  • Weber State rallied past Idaho State, 27-20, after trailing by 8 at halftime; Robert Young’s 68-yard punt-return touchdown helped spark the win.
  • The Wildcats are 5-0 when holding opponents below 40 points, but 0-3 when opponents reach 40.
  • Kickoff is Saturday at 1 p.m. MT at Bobcat Stadium. The game will air on Scripps Sports and stream on ESPN+.
What’s Next

A win would strengthen Weber State’s position near the top of the Big Sky and deliver a major road result. The Wildcats’ next three opponents are all nationally ranked: Montana State, UC Davis and Northern Arizona.

Bottom Line

Weber State has earned its way into the rankings, but this is its toughest test yet: protect the ball, contain Montana State’s balanced attack and see whether the Wildcats’ winning streak can travel to Bozeman.