No. 7 Montana to Host Idaho in Little Brown Stein Game

Missoula, MT, October 17, 2026 —

The University of Montana football team is set to host rival Idaho in Missoula for the Little Brown Stein game, with the No. 7-ranked Grizzlies aiming to respond to a recent loss and strengthen their position in the Big Sky Conference.

The matchup puts Montana at home against Idaho. The trend summary identifies the teams as rivals and names the game, but does not provide a date, kickoff time, venue details beyond Missoula, or information about ticketing or broadcast coverage.

Montana enters the game after a loss, according to the information provided. The opponent in that game, its score and the circumstances of the result were not specified. The summary also does not state Montana’s conference record, the standings, or how the result against Idaho could affect its position. It describes the Grizzlies’ aim as rebounding and solidifying their place in the Big Sky Conference.

Idaho’s ranking, recent results and conference standing were not provided. No player, coach or team representative was quoted, and no details were included about injuries, lineup changes or other preparations for the game.

The Little Brown Stein is identified as the name associated with the matchup, but no additional history or details about the game were included. The available information does not specify what happened in previous meetings or whether the teams have played for the Stein in a particular format.

Further details about the schedule, the teams’ records and the recent loss were not provided. The confirmed information is that Montana will host Idaho in Missoula, and that the ranked Grizzlies are seeking a rebound while looking to solidify their Big Sky Conference position.

Story summarized from the original created by Alex Hoffman on nbcmontana.com, see more information here.

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