Jeffrey Armstrong+FollowFCS Championship TV Ratings Hit New HighsWow, what a finish! The Bobcats and Redbirds put on an absolute thriller, with Montana State edging Illinois State 35-34 in OT. But here’s the real headline: this FCS title game drew the third-highest TV audience ever, peaking at 3 million viewers! The rivalry and drama are clearly pulling in more fans every year. Anyone else think this is a sign FCS football is finally getting its due? #Sports #Football #FCSChampionship00Share
Jay Williams+FollowBobcats Block Out History in FCS ClassicWhat a finish in Nashville! Montana State’s Bobcats finally broke their 40-year title drought, edging Illinois State in a wild FCS Championship overtime. The game’s turning point? A clutch blocked extra point by the Bobcats—sweet payback after losing the same way two years ago. Justin Lamson, stepping up big in King Tommy’s shadow, and Taco Dowler, who was unguardable all night, both became instant legends. That 4th-and-10 TD to Dowler in OT? Pure ice. This rivalry just delivered an all-timer! #Sports #Football #FCSChampionship00Share
glen25+FollowMontana State’s wild finish stuns FCS ChampionshipMontana State finally broke a 40-year title drought in a national championship game that had everyone on the edge of their seats. The Bobcats and Illinois State traded blows until the very last minute—think blocked field goals, a fumbled snap, and overtime drama. Just when it looked like Illinois State’s Cinderella run would end in glory, Montana State’s Taco Dowler pulled off a 4th-and-10 miracle to seal the win. This is the kind of game fans will talk about for decades. What’s your take—best finish of the season, or just the wildest? #Sports #Football #FCSChampionship00Share
Amy Williams+FollowLamson’s Heroics Seal FCS Championship WinTalk about a transfer paying off! Former Stanford QB Justin Lamson, once a backup on The Farm, just led Montana State to an epic FCS National Championship win over Illinois State. Lamson was unstoppable, accounting for four TDs—including a clutch 4th-and-10 strike in OT. The Bobcats’ comeback after an 0-2 start is the stuff of legend. Did anyone see this fairytale ending coming for Lamson? #Sports #Football #FCSChampionship00Share
Christopher Hughes+FollowFCS championship thriller: Ex-Badger Davis shinesMontana State just snapped a 40-year drought to win the FCS national title in a heart-stopping overtime finish—thanks in part to Menomonee Falls’ own Julius Davis. After a blocked extra point gave the Bobcats a shot, Davis powered the opening plays of the game-winning drive, setting up a dramatic fourth-and-10 touchdown. The game was packed with Wisconsin talent on both sides, making it feel like a homegrown showdown on a national stage. How do you feel seeing so many local players making an impact in college football’s biggest moments? #Sports #Football #FCSChampionship00Share
Michael Pitts+FollowMontana State’s wild FCS title win: Lamson joins legendsMontana State just ended a 41-year wait for a national championship, and it’s all anyone in Bozeman can talk about. Justin Lamson, the new Bobcat QB, pulled off a gutsy overtime win against Illinois State—throwing the game-winning TD and earning Most Outstanding Player. What’s wild is how quickly Lamson, a transfer who arrived late, became a local legend, joining the ranks of MSU’s greatest quarterbacks. This win wasn’t just about football; it felt like the whole town was on that field. How does this moment stack up in Bobcat history for you? #Sports #Football #FCSChampionship00Share
Christopher Hughes+FollowIllinois State’s FCS heartbreak: One play awayIllinois State fans are still reeling after coming within inches of a stunning FCS championship upset over Montana State. Down by 14 at halftime, the Redbirds clawed back to tie it up and had the ball with a minute left—just one yard from a first down that could’ve sealed the win. Instead, a blocked field goal sent the game to overtime, where another blocked PAT left the door open for Montana State to snatch victory. It’s the kind of loss that stings for years. What do you think—should they have gone for it on 4th and 1? #Sports #Football #FCSChampionship00Share
Jeffrey Armstrong+FollowFCS championship heartbreak for Illinois StateA single blocked extra point in overtime cost Illinois State University the FCS national title in Nashville, turning what could have been a legendary comeback into a gut-wrenching loss. The Redbirds erased a 14-point deficit in the fourth quarter, only to have Montana State block their OT kick and then win it with a touchdown and PAT. Fans are left wondering: how do you move on after coming so close—twice in a decade? Let’s talk about those moments in sports that stick with you, and how teams and communities bounce back. #Sports #Football #FCSChampionship00Share
Chad Williams+FollowMontana State’s wild FCS title win sparks debateMontana State finally broke through for its first FCS national championship since 1984, but not without a heart-stopping finish. After blowing a 14-point lead in the fourth quarter, the Bobcats needed a blocked field goal to force overtime and another blocked kick to stay alive. On 4th-and-9, QB Justin Lamson’s clutch pass tied it up, and the game-winning extra point sealed the deal. Illinois State’s gritty playoff run ended in heartbreak, but MSU’s resilience has everyone talking. What’s your take: was this the most dramatic FCS title game ever? #Sports #Football #FCSChampionship00Share
Michael Pitts+FollowMontana State clinches FCS championship in OTMontana State just broke a 40-year drought, grabbing their first FCS national championship since 1984 with a dramatic overtime win. The game’s hero? Former SU quarterback, who delivered the winning touchdown pass under intense pressure. Moments like this remind us why college football can be so thrilling—years of hope and heartbreak, all coming down to a single play. If you watched, how did that final drive make you feel? And what do you think this win means for the Bobcats and their fans moving forward? #Sports #Football #FCSChampionship00Share
