TSN Big Sky Preview
Posted: Wed Aug 18, 2010 8:29 pm
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1. Montana
2. Eastern Washington
3. Northern Arizona
4. Montana State
5. Weber State
6. Sacramento State
7. Northern Colorado
8. Portland State
9. Idaho State
Offensive Player of the Year: Michael Herrick, QB, Northern Arizona
Defensive Player of the Year: J.C. Sherritt, LB, Eastern Washington
The Sports Network's predicted order of finish:The Montana Grizzlies football program has an impressive track record: 24 consecutive winning seasons, a Football Championship Subdivision record 17 consecutive playoff appearances, 12 consecutive outright or co-Big Sky Conference titles and a Division I-leading 119 victories over the last 10 years.
This is success on an inspiring yet humbling scale. Inspiring to opponents motivated by showdowns with the best and humbling to those same opponents respectful of a legacy of dominance. Both as inspiring and as humbling as the open air and wondrous natural beauty from which Montana's conference draws its name: the Big Sky.
This year, Montana has been chosen in preseason coaches and media polls to capture its 13th straight Big Sky title. Montana has earned this level of respect. Patterns must be given credence, and Montana's pattern of 12 consecutive conference titles warrants faithful attention.
Still, no legacy comes without significant challenge. This season, Montana will look to keep its legacy intact sans Tim Hauck, its former head coach for seven seasons. Will new head coach Robin Pflugrad fulfill expectations and keep Montana's legacy intact?
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1. Montana
2. Eastern Washington
3. Northern Arizona
4. Montana State
5. Weber State
6. Sacramento State
7. Northern Colorado
8. Portland State
9. Idaho State
Offensive Player of the Year: Michael Herrick, QB, Northern Arizona
Defensive Player of the Year: J.C. Sherritt, LB, Eastern Washington
